I started wearing compression socks after having varicose veins removed from my left leg in my twenties — keeping my leg snug was such a relief for my mental health after that unsettling surgery. Now, ...

As part of your getting-ready routine in the morning, chances are slipping into socks falls somewhere in the mix—and this is especially true if you’re an avid exerciser. Working out without socks can ...

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Which athletic socks are best? Choosing the right socks for the right activities is surprisingly important. You can’t wear bright white athletic socks to a black-tie event without standing out for the ...

Running a single mile — at about a 10-minute pace — consists of 1,700 steps. And each one of those steps produces ground reaction forces of about two and a half times your body weight. And you know ...

Fitness has long been a market of innovative gear, apparel, and tech that can improve your workouts. While the fitness industry continues to evolve, some of the most important gear has remained the ...

Fabric: This is quite possibly the most important quality of your sock. Natural fibers like wool and cotton help with moisture management, while nylon is smooth. The thickness is also a factor to ...

When it comes to workout gear, gym socks might not get the spotlight – but trust us, they should. The right pair can be the difference between a killer session and a sweaty, blister-filled nightmare.

As someone who walks a few miles a day and wears her fair share of narrow-footed and heeled shoes for the sake of fashion, I’m no stranger to foot pain. Plus, I’ve just started running more regularly ...

If you think all socks were created equal, you’ve never tried a pair of Bombas. The brand is beloved by everyone from marathon runners to moderately-paced walkers to infants and even my mother-in-law ...