Why do marathon runners wear arm sleeves?

RUNNING arm sleeves have lately become a common sight at marathons. First popularised by elite athletes, they are now run by many marathon runners. 2 Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge wears his arms bands at the finish of the elite men’s race of the 2020 London Marathon Credit: AFP or licensors Why do marathon runners wear arm sleeves? Arm sleeves are primarily worn for the benefits of the compression they provide. Various sports medicine studies have shown that this compression helps to stabilise the arm muscles and prevent swelling. It also increases blood flow which help in recovery after hard exercise or… Read Full Article