The benefits of walking

Why is walking so healthy:

Improving cardiovascular fitness

Regular walking stimulates your heart and blood vessels, improves circulation, and helps lower blood pressure. This reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and contributes to overall better health.

Walking strengthens muscles and bones

Walking naturally trains your leg muscles and strengthens your bones. This helps prevent osteoporosis and reduces the risk of injuries.

Walking helps with weight management

Walking is an effective and accessible way to burn calories and maintain a healthy weight. Regular walks support a healthy metabolism and fat burning.

Stress reduction and improved mood

During a walk, your body releases endorphins, also known as the ‘happiness hormones.’ This helps reduce stress and promotes a better mood and relaxation.

Stimulates creativity and mental clarity

Walking in nature or even a short city walk can help refresh your thoughts. Many people find that they are more productive and creative after a walk.

Read more about the benefits of walking in our walking guide.

The importance of the right walking socks

Why regular socks are not sufficient for long walks

Normal socks often provide insufficient support, breathe less, and can retain moisture. This increases the risk of blisters and discomfort during long walks.

What are compression hiking socks, and how do they work?

Compression hiking socks are specially designed to apply gentle pressure to your legs and feet. This stimulates circulation and helps reduce fatigue and swelling.

Benefits of compression in hiking socks

Better blood circulation, ensuring your muscles receive more oxygen.

Prevention of swelling and reduced fluid retention in the feet.

Extra support for muscles and joints, especially during long hikes.

Faster muscle recovery after intensive walks.

The benefits of compression hiking socks

Improved blood circulation and oxygen supply to the muscles

The gentle pressure of compression socks stimulates blood flow, preventing fatigue and keeping your legs energized for longer.

Prevention of swelling and fluid retention

Long walks can lead to fluid buildup in the feet and ankles. Compression socks help prevent this and keep your feet comfortable.

Support for muscles and joints during long walks

Compression socks provide extra stability to the ankles and support the foot arch, helping to prevent injuries.

Faster muscle recovery after an intensive hike

Better circulation helps remove waste products faster, speeding up muscle recovery after a walk and reducing muscle soreness.

Learn more? Read the benefits of compression hiking socks.

For which situations are compression hiking socks suitable?

Daily walks for better health

Even on shorter, daily walks, compression walking socks provide extra comfort and support.

Walking as part of recovery after exercise

Have you exerted yourself heavily? Walking with compression socks can aid faster recovery and reduce muscle fatigue.

Walking in the mountains or covering long distances

For long hikes or treks in hilly terrain, compression walking socks help keep your muscles fresh for longer.

Tips for walking more often and more comfortably

How to integrate walking into your daily life

Plan fixed walking moments in your day, such as walking to work or taking a stroll after dinner.

Stay motivated to walk with these tips

Walk with others, set goals for yourself, and explore new walking routes to keep it exciting and enjoyable.

Variation in walking routes for more challenge and fun

Change your walking environment regularly for fresh energy and motivation. Alternate between forest walks, city strolls, or beach walks.

Check out our 5 must-haves for the Nijmegen Four Days Marches for extra walking tips.

How to choose the best compression walking socks

Material choice: merino wool or synthetic?

Merino wool keeps your feet warm and wicks away moisture effectively, while synthetic materials dry faster and tend to be more durable.

High or low socks

Long socks offer extra support for your calves, while short socks provide more freedom of movement and less warmth.

Sizing and fit for optimal comfort

The right size prevents slipping down or tightness. Ensure your hiking socks fit snugly without being too tight.

Browse our collection of hiking socks, including hiking socks for men and hiking socks for women, and find the perfect pair for your walking adventures.