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KNEE SLEEVES VS KNEE WRAPS

While it is true that thereu2019s a lot of gimmicks in the fitness industry, thereu2019s also equipment that can revamp the way you train and the gains you make. And when it comes to the largest joint in your bodyu2014the kneeu2014it makes sense that youu2019re going to want to keep it healthy and functional.<br><br>

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KNEE SLEEVES VS KNEE WRAPS

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  1. KNEE SLEEVES VS KNEE WRAPS: WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?

  2. While it is true that there’s a lot of gimmicks in the fitness industry, there’s also equipment that can revamp the way you train and the gains you make. And when it comes to the largest joint in your body—the knee—it makes sense that you’re going to want to keep it healthy and functional.

  3. This is where knee sleeves and knee wraps come in. Two popular methods of giving your knee added support and helping your lifts, these tools can be a boon to those who know how to use them in the correct situations. However, they’re also extremely similar when you first approach them, which leads to some obvious questions. Which one’s better? Which one should I use? Are there any special considerations to make? Further below we’ll break down these questions and more to ensure that you don’t have any knee’d for trial-and-error approach.

  4. WHAT’S IN A KNEE The knee is the largest joint in the body. And in this case, size does matter since you’re going to be using the knee for a very wide variety of movements in athletics and sports. Anything from a light jog to a heavy deadlift will hinge on a properly functioning knee. But how does a properly functioning knee, function?

  5. KNEE WRAPS, SLEEVES, AND BRACES We’ll briefly touch on the different methods of protecting your knee before going into each one in more detail. The knee brace deserves a mention as well, even if it’s not the focus of this article. It’s usually more structured than a sleeve or a wrap and used specifically to allow people to regain their knee strength and range of motion.

  6. It limits the amount you can move and helps with knee issues such as: • Locked knee • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome • Chrondromalacia Patellae • Patellar Tendonitis • Unstable knee joints

  7. However, make sure to talk to an orthopedic doctor before going the knee brace route. The knee wrap, on the other hand, is a longer strip of elastic material that is meant to wrap around the joint tightly.

  8. This is used to improve squat performance since the wrap stores elastic energy in the downward phase of the lift. The energy is released as mechanical output during the upward phase of the lift. In some cases, it can improve your lift by 75 lbs.

  9. WHAT ARE KNEE WRAPS? As we mentioned, wraps are used to restrict the movement in the knee joint and store elastic energy on the downward movement in the squat. At the bottom of the squat, your knees are going to want to spring back up due to the wrapping. This is also helpful in reducing the tension placed on knee joints and quadriceps.

  10. You’ll often find that they’re made from polyester canvas material, with rubber interwoven throughout it. They’re also often 72 inches long and 3 inches wide, but different variations exist. Some versions will have Velcro to secure them in place, while others you can simply tuck in to stay in place. There are also different methods of tying them up, but it mostly comes down to personal preference.

  11. BENEFITS OF KNEE WRAPS The biggest benefit of knee wraps is the improvement in squat performance. This is why they’re basically essential in powerlifting, and can be used to increase your 1 rep max. This is due to the tension that’s stored in the tightly bound wrap on the way down. As you press into the ground, that energy is released and allows you to stand up easier.

  12. WHAT ARE KNEE SLEEVES? Knee sleeves also go over your knees, but instead of being tightly wrapped, they’re slipped on like—you guessed it—a sleeve. Forgoing the restrictions of wraps, knee sleeves are made of Neoprene and opt for breathability and optimal comfort foremost. However, they’ll also offer some level of compression on the knee, but not as much as with knee wraps. Their main function is to keep the joint warm and slightly compressed, helping you avoid future injuries and more easily recover.

  13. These usually come in two different thicknesses: 5mm and 7mm. You’ll want to opt for the thinner variant if you’re looking to use sleeves for activities that require more mobility and agility, such as running, basketball, or CrossFit. On the other hand, a thicker sleeve can be useful for additional compression and support when it comes to doing heavier lifts—either squatting or even deadlifting. However, watch out when it comes to choosing thick sleeves for deadlifts since they can get in the way of the bar.

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