What clothes do you train in

[Gerry Seymour]

You shouldn't always train in gi. In class obviously do as your told but at home you should in different clothes because in a real situation you most likely won't be wearing a gi.

Assuming training for self-defense, I agree.

 

[Dirty Dog]

I haven't looked, so I'm interested if you ran into anything specifically about compression socks. My calves seem to recover more quickly (I use them a lot when running, apparently) if I wear compression socks when I run. Might - as you say - be just placebo effect. Of course, if it is, and stops working because I found that out, I'll be cussing at you when I get up the next morning and can't walk right.

I did not, but there's no real reason to think it's anything other than the placebo effect. The Nike study was based on runners wearing tights, so that would be the same thing as thigh high compression socks (please, no photos of you in thigh high anythings!). Compression socks have been shown to help with varicose veins, though. So you've got that going for you, next time you're wearing your tutu in the garden.

 

[JR 137]

I did not, but there's no real reason to think it's anything other than the placebo effect. The Nike study was based on runners wearing tights, so that would be the same thing as thigh high compression socks (please, no photos of you in thigh high anythings!). Compression socks have been shown to help with varicose veins, though. So you've got that going for you, next time you're wearing your tutu in the garden.

Were the studies related to performance or recovery?

I remember hearing about compression clothing and DOMS. Not sure how scientific/objective that could be though, as it seems pretty subjective; ie I don’t foresee any other way to assess DOMS other than self-reporting, pain scale, etc.

Maybe you could test performance on consecutive days with and without compression, but there’s a ton of problems there too.

Either way, I heard it was for recovery, not for ‘here and now’ performance. And placebo, yeah. I convinced a few of my athletes Evian water spray was an analgesic a friend of mine brought back from France. Worked like a charm.

 

[JR 137]

As to the intent of the thread...

I wear a gi to the dojo. At home I wear loose dri-fit shirts and shorts.

I always wear compression underwear when working out and training in the dojo. Nike pro combat compression shorts as underwear. My former basketball players got me wearing them. No chafing, bunching up, cotton absorbing a ton of sweat, etc. I’ll never wear anything else as underwear during activity again. The first time I wore them was like a crack addict taking his first hit. That whole “so this is what’s been missing my whole life” feeling.

 

[AngryHobbit]

I’m just curious on what everyone is using as training gear. Right now I just use some Addis sweet paints and whatever shirt I feel like putting on. I would like to get some clothes strictly for training. I’m thinking about some compression shorts and dry fit shirt. What do you guys wear? Right now I train him n Kajukenbo, but I would like to do some BJJ competitions so I’m going to start training in BJJ and Hayastan grappling soon.

Black cotton karate gi. It's nice and loose, the ties can be adjusted, and it gets really soft once broken in and washed a few times.

 

[psilent child]

My main issue is finding clothes that fit. I’m 6’6 290. My waist is a 42

 

[Gerry Seymour]

Were the studies related to performance or recovery?

I remember hearing about compression clothing and DOMS. Not sure how scientific/objective that could be though, as it seems pretty subjective; ie I don’t foresee any other way to assess DOMS other than self-reporting, pain scale, etc.

Maybe you could test performance on consecutive days with and without compression, but there’s a ton of problems there too.

Either way, I heard it was for recovery, not for ‘here and now’ performance. And placebo, yeah. I convinced a few of my athletes Evian water spray was an analgesic a friend of mine brought back from France. Worked like a charm.

Is that DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness)

or doms:

EDIT: @Dirty Dog, at least it's not a picture of me in thigh-highs!

 

[drop bear]

An orange tye die gi for bjj.

And either a judge dredd rash vest or my formal rash vest and shorts or tights.

 

[drop bear]

At home I even wear my gi, I can't not! Everything feels better in it. When weight training/running just a singlet and shorts.

But if there is anyone out their using compression tops/bottoms, how have you found them? Comfortable, easy to train in? I've read many things like they help encourage blood flow, enhance performance and muscular function and also help recovery. I'd love some feedback if anyone has any! (Sorry to thread steal a bit hehe but relevant I reckon!)

They don't get pulled over your head and they don't catch fingers and toes.

Otherwise they do provide some protection from rashes.

 

[drop bear]

Were the studies related to performance or recovery?

I remember hearing about compression clothing and DOMS. Not sure how scientific/objective that could be though, as it seems pretty subjective; ie I don’t foresee any other way to assess DOMS other than self-reporting, pain scale, etc.

Maybe you could test performance on consecutive days with and without compression, but there’s a ton of problems there too.

Either way, I heard it was for recovery, not for ‘here and now’ performance. And placebo, yeah. I convinced a few of my athletes Evian water spray was an analgesic a friend of mine brought back from France. Worked like a charm.

Good undies is a must.

We also don't really have a change room.

 

[JR 137]

Is that DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness)

or doms:

EDIT: @Dirty Dog, at least it's not a picture of me in thigh-highs!

It was the boring kind. But now that you mention it...

 

[Buka]

I'm old, I'll train in anything, I don't care.

I can see the Fashion Police face palming themselves now.

 

[Gerry Seymour]

I'm old, I'll train in anything, I don't care.

I can see the Fashion Police face palming themselves now.

Just tell me you don't wear tabi socks and sandals with your ninjer gi.

 

[_Simon_]

Thanks heaps for the feedback on compression-wear guys!

You shouldn't always train in gi. In class obviously do as your told but at home you should in different clothes because in a real situation you most likely won't be wearing a gi.

... meh . I don't if I'm being totally honest train purely for self defense, so doesn't bother me too much. Although at work when it's quiet I have been known to bust out a few moves in the air, so that'll do me XD.

OK, so I did some quick and cursory checking, and there are a few studies on the subject of compression wear. Including one sponsored by Nike which, although it used a fairly small sample group, is based on pretty good methodology. They didn't find any actual difference in an athletes performance based on wearing this stuff. The conclusion is that compression gear, as a performance enhancer, is 'basically worthless.'

Could there be a placebo effect? Sure. That's a real thing. But it's not something I'd care to rely on.

Wear it if you want. I do, for reasons of comfort. It's certainly not going to have any negative impact. But neither is there any reason to think there will be any positive effect.

Ah interesting DD, appreciate you checking it out

Does anyone else go naked?

Haha can't say that I have! Would feel so odd!

Compression shorts have always been comfortable for me - I used to wear bike shorts under my uniform playing goalkeeper in soccer. The compression shirts (including rash guards) took a bit of getting used to. If you don't normally wear stretch clothing that fits tight, they feel confining at first. Now, I actually prefer them in a lot of cases.

Hmmm yeah I might have to give it a go...

Were the studies related to performance or recovery?

I remember hearing about compression clothing and DOMS. Not sure how scientific/objective that could be though, as it seems pretty subjective; ie I don’t foresee any other way to assess DOMS other than self-reporting, pain scale, etc.

Maybe you could test performance on consecutive days with and without compression, but there’s a ton of problems there too.

Either way, I heard it was for recovery, not for ‘here and now’ performance. And placebo, yeah. I convinced a few of my athletes Evian water spray was an analgesic a friend of mine brought back from France. Worked like a charm.

Yes that's what I've mainly heard, that it's moreso for helping recovery purposes, but have seen things claiming better performance too... then again if one is super comfortable, surely that can't but help affect performance!

I always wear compression underwear when working out and training in the dojo. Nike pro combat compression shorts as underwear. My former basketball players got me wearing them. No chafing, bunching up, cotton absorbing a ton of sweat, etc. I’ll never wear anything else as underwear during activity again. The first time I wore them was like a crack addict taking his first hit. That whole “so this is what’s been missing my whole life” feeling.

Ah wow, you know that's always been an issue for me, finding underwear that's actually comfortable to train in, WOW I think you may have a convert! I'll definitely look into that!

 

[_Simon_]

Just spent a bit looking up compression gear now hehe.. some are quite expensive!

Check out this one, at $189.99 (AU dollar) that's quite a bit to spend, and you'd wanna hope these benefits are true!

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Skins A400 Men's Compression Long Tights

Maximise your potential with the Skins A400 Compression Long Tights. With Skins much vaunted Dynamic Gradient Compression Technology enhancing your blood flow which allows you to reach your peak performance more often, you'll have no excuses when you work out in these tights. The MX Memory Fabric allows you to move freely while maintaining the shape of the tights for longer, while the materials actually work to regulate body temperature to keep you at the optimum level.

-Skins Dynamic Gradient Compression Technology maximises your blood flow during your workout by targeting major muscle groups
-Reduce injury risk by reducing muscular vibration during exercise
-Reduce recovery times by decreasing lactic acid build up post workout
-Unlock your full potential with Skins high performance benefits
-Memory MX Fabric retains shape for longer and allows for maximum freedom to move
-Flat lock stitching reduces irritation and makes for a smooth feel on your skin
-Fabric: 76% Nylon/24% Elastane

 

[Dirty Dog]

Were the studies related to performance or recovery?

Both, as I recall from a cursory reading, but DOMS is purely subjective and enormously prone to placebo effect, so I'd pretty much discount that anyway.

 

[JR 137]

Just spent a bit looking up compression gear now hehe.. some are quite expensive!

Check out this one, at $189.99 (AU dollar) that's quite a bit to spend, and you'd wanna hope these benefits are true!

--------------

Skins A400 Men's Compression Long Tights

Maximise your potential with the Skins A400 Compression Long Tights. With Skins much vaunted Dynamic Gradient Compression Technology enhancing your blood flow which allows you to reach your peak performance more often, you'll have no excuses when you work out in these tights. The MX Memory Fabric allows you to move freely while maintaining the shape of the tights for longer, while the materials actually work to regulate body temperature to keep you at the optimum level.

-Skins Dynamic Gradient Compression Technology maximises your blood flow during your workout by targeting major muscle groups
-Reduce injury risk by reducing muscular vibration during exercise
-Reduce recovery times by decreasing lactic acid build up post workout
-Unlock your full potential with Skins high performance benefits
-Memory MX Fabric retains shape for longer and allows for maximum freedom to move
-Flat lock stitching reduces irritation and makes for a smooth feel on your skin
-Fabric: 76% Nylon/24% Elastane

I bought a few pairs of these. $25 USD. I’ll never wear anything else, so long as they keep making them. Under Armour makes a version, but I found them too heavy/thick.

They make a version that holds a cup too. Never tried those.

 

[Dirty Dog]

I bought a few pairs of these. $25 USD. I’ll never wear anything else, so long as they keep making them. Under Armour makes a version, but I found them too heavy/thick.
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They make a version that holds a cup too. Never tried those.

I've got a pair that holds a cup. I don't use a cup, honestly, but I've got them. They're no different from the non-cup versions.

 

[JR 137]

I've got a pair that holds a cup. I don't use a cup, honestly, but I've got them. They're no different from the non-cup versions.

Good to know. I’ll look for a pair when I need new ones. I assumed they were the same thing, only with a pocket to hold a cup. You know how it goes when you assume.

 

[Kung Fu Wang]

I like to train in pink shorts.