When we think of air compression massage tools, big compression boots are often what come to mind – like the Normatec 3 Legs boots or the Therabody RecoveryAir JetBoots. The new Normatec Lower Leg compression sleeves from Hyperice however are quite opposite: they’re significantly smaller, are easy to use on the go and target solely the calf muscles. One thing that does remain the same though, is that they use the same technology as the Normatec 3 boots, they’re just in a slightly smaller package (and are half the price).
As a new runner, I’ve encountered all sorts of aches and pains in my legs – from shin splints to delayed-onset muscle soreness and tight calves – so I was excited to put the Normatec Lower Legs to the test.
