Compressport R2 (Race & Recovery) Calf Guard: The Compressport R2 was the number one calf guard worn at the Ironman World Championships in Kona 2010. The Compressport R2 calf guard boosts your venous return, reducing the accumulation of toxins while increasing oxygenation to the muscles. The reduction in lactic acid build-up coupled with its shock absorption properties protects you from muscular fatigue & damage. Compressport compression products are meant for all levels & abilities & are suitable for almost any sport. Train, compete & recover in Compressport. Enhanced performance The ultra light Compressport fabric is designed for more effective venous return from the feet to the heart, considerably reducing the build up of toxins in the muscles, particularly during prolonged effort Muscles benefit from enhanced oxygenation, helping to reduce the possibility of cramps & injuries This allows for longer, higher impact sessions with less fatigue & quicker recovery The Compressport fabric also optimises heat exchange & wicks away moisture, helping to regulate your body temperature Injury prevention The Compressport fabric provides rigidity & support to muscles & is designed to reduce shock waves & vibrations This helps to prevent muscle tears, joint pain, contractures, micro-injuries & muscle fatigue Enhanced recovery After exercise the Compressport R2 continues to accelerate venous return, flushing the toxins from, & increasing oxygenation to, the muscles This process reduces the possibility of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness Damaged muscles repair quicker meaning you can train & compete on fresher legs Quality assurance Always striving to bring you the highest quality, Compressport compression products are manufactured exclusively in Europe, using European yarn, on European equipment, by European medical compression specialists