Sexy, Sexy Compression Socks

An easy and inexpensive way to help travel circulation (or circulation at any time, really) is to wear compression socks on the plane (or train or car!) to assist circulation in my lower extremities.

For any journey over just a few hours, I ALWAYS switch to compression socks shortly before or after takeoff.

Essentially, they’re knee-high, sort of tight (but not uncomfortably tight) socks that gently squeeze your legs from all angles, allowing your leg muscles and veins to circulate blood easily and helping to prevent blood flow from slowing down due to limited movement.

It’s also a nice refresh to take off the icky socks you’ve been wearing through the airport and sweating into for a fresher flight experience. They come in all kinds of colors and patterns to match your style (I’m partial to a subtle pattern).

I have like 5 pairs and I always bring them all on trips. Why 5 pairs, Kel? That’s weird. 

Well..they’re also good for things you might be doing on vacation like hiking, skiing or any other reason you might be on your feet for a long period of time. 

Also, I need a fresh pair for the flight home!

It can be a slight challenge to get compression socks on.

Think of it like putting on a pair of tights. You roll them down to a stack at the toe, then put your foot in and unroll (tug?) them up your leg as you go.

This can be a real challenge sitting in an airplane or train seat, so it may be best to put them on just before you board unless you’re very flexible or sitting in an aisle seat with lots of room to flail about.

Fit is important.  While they’re meant to be snug, they shouldn’t be tight. Be sure you get the right size for your calves and don’t strangle your legs.

They should be like a warm hug from a good friend, not a choking grip on an ex boyfriend’s uh.. throat.

I’ll usually leave them on after landing as well. I feel like it helps to get things back in motion while I’m deplaning, gathering luggage and making my way to the hotel.  It also prevents me from accidentally kicking someone in the face trying to remove them on the plane. 

Check out my favorite compression socks and, like I said- make sure you’re following any manufacturer’s instructions for fit, make sure they’re CUTE (dark colors show the least dirt!), STAY HYDRATED and enjoy your noticeably less swollen feet the next time you travel.

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