WINTER ESSENTIALS
There’s plenty of winter left so it’s still wise to invest in items that will keep you warm and safe
CEP Infrared Recovery Socks
£44.95|cepsports.co.uk|Tester Rachel I
I wore these socks in training for and during a three-day trail running weekend in the Austrian Alps. I’d pop them on each evening and cross my fingers that my aching calves would be fresh as a daisy the next morning. They were hard to pull on and in the weeks since, when I’ve got a bit less careful, I’ve managed to snag them with a long nail, but if you’re careful these are a great addition to your wardrobe with just the right amount of hugging and warmth. Now for the technical bit which is not my forte so I’ve done some research: the infrared features enhance the amount of heat back into your muscles which improves microcirculation and recovery. Recommended, but don’t expect miracles if you’re scaling mountains day after day.