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Women's Compression Shorts

Womens white compression shorts can be an important piece of clothing for athletes. As they grow in popularity, more and more people try wearing them during exercise and sports. These shorts are similar to spandex, made of a stretchy material that puts pressure on your bottom and thighs. This pressure helps with inflammation and pain during and after workouts.

At SwimOutlet, we have several options for womens white compression shorts from brands like DeSoto and Castelli. If you're looking for a pair of comfortable and effective compression shorts, check out our selection. At SwimOutlet we also offer apparel, accessories, kids' wear, and menswear, making us a one-stop shop all under one roof for all of your beach essentials.

Should I Wear White Compression Shorts?

Womens white compression shorts are commonly used by athletes, like runners, to improve circulation and reduce swelling. They also support joints and reduce impact. Wearing compression pants during or after running and exercising can help reduce inflammation and swelling because they increase lymph flow.

These benefits only come through when wearing the right pair. If they're too tight, they can be distracting and uncomfortable. Consider trying a pair to see if they work for you.

How Do Compression Shorts Work?

Compression shorts work by creating gentle pressure on underlying tissue to speed up the flow of deoxygenated blood back to the heart. This improves blood flow and circulation, with the intention of boosting strength, endurance, and recovery.

What is the best material for compression shorts?

The best material for compression shorts is a blend. Most commonly, polyester and nylon are used in tandem with spandex, lycra, or elastane. This combination allows for the tight, yet stretchy and form-fitting properties of compression shorts without restricting the wearer's range of motion.

What is the difference between compression shorts and spandex?

Spandex shorts are typically made with spandex at the waist and thighs to provide tight fits in areas that need it while leaving other areas looser with different fabric blends. Some compression shorts use spandex to provide the characteristic stretchy tightness as part of a blend of several other materials.

Is it good to wear compression shorts?

Yes, wearing compression shorts is a good thing for most people. They help to reduce the risk of delayed onset muscle soreness, especially when worn during exercise. They're also quite comfortable and don't drag wearers down with wind resistance for those who need as much speed as possible.

What are compression shorts meant for?

Compression shorts are meant for applying pressure to muscle areas that would otherwise be strained to increase blood flow and endurance. They're also meant to reduce loose fabric worn by athletes or people exercising.

Do you wear anything under compression shorts?

No, you don't wear anything under compression shorts. Putting on a pair of underwear underneath compression shorts would cause the underwear to bunch and become damp with sweat, which is the last thing an athlete wants while performing. All compression wear, including shorts, tops, and socks, is meant to be worn as a base layer. They should be against the skin for the best results. The fabric is thick enough that even in white compression shorts, youth and women should have no issues with anything being visible through them.