(Health-NewsWire.Net, July 11, 2015 ) San Francisco, CA -- Knee sleeves are stretchy, pull-on sleeves usually made of neoprene. They protect the knees from the risk of injury and damage. High intensity sports give knees a beating. For example, basketball requires a lot of jumping and the knees absorb the shock when landing. Power lifting, weightlifitng, WODs, and strength-training also place a lot of pressure on the knees. The WOD Nation Knee Support Sleeve can give the athlete the additional support needed for these kinds of sports.
Some of the advantages of knee sleeves are:
They give compression during and after performance. They provide overall support and stability by preventing twisting at the knees. They give warmth to muscles and tissues. This helps reduce pain and swelling and promotes healing. They help alleviate pain. They help give support to injured knees.
Whether one is doing squats or rounding the bases, the WOD Nation Knee Support Sleeve can help an athlete keep fit without damaging the knees. This knee sleeve is made for high performing athletes who engage in activities that take a toll on the knees.
The WOD Nation knee sleeve is made of 5 mm SBR neoprene. The neoprene material keeps the sleeve tight without cutting off circulation. It gives the right amount of support but still allows ease of movement. This knee sleeve stays in place while exercising. It stays tight and snug but is not stiff. Some flimsier sleeves do not give support and thicker ones make bending the knees difficult.
Individuals who are serious about training and keeping fit are also serious about being pain and injury-free but injuries are common among athletes. This problem can be minimized or prevented in many ways. One of them is to use the proper tool or equipment. For those who train and participate in sports that place regular, daily pressure on the knees, technique and the proper equipment like the WOD Nation knee support sleeve can be helpful in keeping them pain and injury-free.
About WOD Nation
WOD Nation is a United States based company that provides workout gear to elite athletes. All of the company's fitness products are rigorously tested by athletes around the world to ensure they meet the demands of intense exercise programs. WOD Nation's website can be found at http://wodnationgear.com.
