CEP RECOVERY COMPRESSION SOCKS

£34.99, cepsports.co.uk

CLAIM: This pair of long compression socks, made of polyamide and Spandex, helps pump blood from the lower legs back up towards the heart.

The yarn has a bioactive compound that’s warmed up by the body, increasing sing blood flow and making ing muscles less painful, it is claimed. EXPERT VERDICT: T: ‘These socks are good d for anyone who does s lots of walking or who is on their feet for hours at work. They can reduce muscle cramping and aching calves linked to blood pooling in the legs,’ says Tim Allardyce. ‘Studies have shown that the calf pump mechanism (the body’s way of pumping blood back to the heart) is 30 per cent more efficient when wearing compression socks. ‘A good fit is key to the socks working properly. The CEP ones come in various sizes — so always check measurements before you buy to make sure that they’ll benefit you.’