Why Compression Matters Visit any gym, and you'll see both men and women opting for compression sportswear over loose-fitting gym shorts and t-shirts. The reason for this is that the stretchy, tight-fitting material is designed to contour to your body. This provides an extra layer of support for your muscles as they undergo the numerous expansions and contractions associated with exercise. Minimize Muscle Fatigue Studies show that wearing compression pants or shorts during workouts can keep your muscles from feeling overworked. This means more energy during long games as well as more maneuverability when the team needs it most. Nothing upsets your training cycle quite like muscle soreness. However, compression garments have been repeatedly shown to reduce overall muscle soreness during and after games. So if you're worried about practice impacting your game time performance, Kronis has the cure! Improved Comfort Compression garments don't ride up, fall down, or cause unwanted chaffing or friction. Where traditional athletic wear moves with the body, compression wear supports the body as it moves. This alone has been a game-changer for many goalkeepers. Provide Turf Burn Protection Compression garments are strategically designed to reduce your risk of muscles strains. In fact, research shows that they may actually aid in strain recovery. Goaltenders are uniquely susceptible to sports-related injuries, so compression shorts or pants are an excellent investment. Stay in the game! Compression garments have the unique ability to improve what's known as “perceived power.” This is because added support for muscles, even when minimal, is directly tied with increased jumping ability and better performance during endurance events.