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Everything you need to know about compression wear

Womens compressiontank top front

Pacific Sports compression wear features tops, pants, and shorts, for both men and women. They are excellent for all types of sporting activities like martial arts, gym & fitness, cross-training, running, and more. [...]  read more

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Pacific Sports compression wear

Womens compression tank top and measurement chart

Pacific Sports compression wear features tops, pants, and shorts, for both men and women. They are excellent for all types of sporting activities like martial arts, gym & fitness, cross-training, running, and more. A compression wear compresses the surface of the skin and thereby exerts a surface pressure on the body part where it is worn. Due to this balanced pressure, blood flow is accelerated, and the affected muscle groups obtain more oxygen, which prevents fatigue and enhances faster recovery. [...]  read more

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Women Compression Tank Tops

Wearing a compression tank top can provide several benefits for women engaged in various activities, ranging from exercise and sports to post-workout recovery. It can provide improved muscle support, increased blood circulation, enhanced performance, faster recovery, temperature regulation, injury prevention, psychological benefits, and more. [...]  read more

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Is Lycra and spandex the same?

Yes, there are the same. Sometime in the 1950s, the DuPont Corporation developed an elastomeric polyurethane fibre (polyether-polyurea copolymer) and branded it as "Lycra". Lycra is also known as elastane, spandex, Numa, Spandelle, and Vyrene; however, all these have the same polyurethane fibre and thus, they are different generic or brand names for the same fibre. This fibre has great stretchability and expands quite a lot; thus, sometimes it is said that the word "spandex" is an anagram of the word "expands". Spandex or Lycra adds itself easily with polyester, or nylon, or hemp, or cotton, or wool. Pacific Sports offers high quality compression wear made from a blend of polyester and Lycra. [...]  read more

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Why use rash guards in martial arts?

Rash guards are a popular item in sportswear and are used by athletes across a range of different sports, from martial arts and football to surfing and swimming. In martial arts, rash guard have several uses. Rash guards prevent chafing, sunburn, skin irritations, and provide numerous other protections. Because they are made from spandex, or polyester, or nylon, or a blend of these materials, they lightweight and comfortable, yet strong and durable. They can be long-sleeved or short-sleeved, and often feature UV protection as well as anti-microbial properties. Rash guards are an essential part of any athlete's wardrobe, as they provide an extra layer of protection against the elements while still allowing for maximum flexibility and movement. [...]  read more

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The multiple benefits of compression wear

A compression wear, compresses the surface of the skin and thereby exerts a surface pressure on the body part where it is worn. Due to this balanced pressure, blood flow is accelerated and the affected muscle groups obtain more oxygen, which enhances faster recovery. Athletes can derive various benefits from compression wear. [...]  read more