Each human foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, 12,500 sweat glands, and more than 100 tendons/ligaments/muscles. During exercise, your feet are more susceptible to strain and injury, so sports socks are specially designed to provide the extra protection and comfort you need that standard socks cannot provide. Here’s a rundown of exactly what performance socks should be and why you need to wear them:
· Cushioned: to absorb shock.
· Comfortable: to help you cope with intense activity for longer .
· Durable: to withstand continuous and rigorous movement.
· Lightweight: to help you move quickly and easily.
· Flexible: for maximum movement of different parts of the foot.
· Supportive: targeted compression for weaker parts of the foot to prevent injury.
· Moisture-wicking: to trap and transfer sweat from skin.
· Reinforced (particularly the heel and toes): to provide extra comfort and protection to high-impact areas.