The Recovery Project journal
Recovery, explained
Evidence-based guides on compression boots, sleep and recovery, from a sports scientist who has spent 15+ years in elite sport.
Dr Peter Fowler, PhDSport scientist and co-founder
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Best Compression Boots Australia 2026: An Expert Buyer's Guide
A sports scientist compares the compression boots sold in Australia on price, chambers, pressure, battery, sizing and warranty, with our pick at...
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Do Compression Boots Actually Work? What the Research Says
A sports scientist reviews the research on compression boots and what they do for blood flow, soreness, fatigue and flexibility. Every study...
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How Often Should You Use Compression Boots?
How long and how often to use compression boots, what pressure to start with, and a practical routine for training days, rest...
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Recovery After Long-Haul Travel: Beat Jet Lag and Travel Fatigue
A practical plan for before, during and after long-haul flights, built on Dr Peter Fowler's own research on...
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Recovery for Team Sport Players: Congested Fixtures, Night Games and Travel
How football, rugby, netball and basketball players can recover between games. Dr Peter Fowler covers congested fixtures, sleep...
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Recovery for Cyclists: Sleep, Fuelling and Compression Boots
What the research says about recovery for cyclists, from sleep and carbohydrate to compression boots. Practical guidance from...
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A Weekly Recovery Plan for Busy People
A realistic week of recovery for people who work and train. Dr Peter Fowler shows how to hit...
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Active vs Passive Recovery: What Works and How to Plan Your Week
Active recovery is light movement. Passive recovery is sleep, massage, compression and cold water. Dr Peter Fowler explains...
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The At-Home Recovery Blueprint
Simple recovery plays from Dr Peter Fowler to help you sleep deeper, lift your energy and ease soreness at home. Plus how to get the most from compression boots.
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Full-leg wireless, pro-level control, legs and hips, or calves on the go.
Fully wireless
PROAir Wireless
- Up to 240 mmHg
- 4 overlapping chambers
- No power cord. Pump lifts off to charge.
Most control
PROPulse
- Up to 260 mmHg, in 5 mmHg steps
- 6 chambers, switch any off
- Run on battery or plugged in
Legs and hips
Lower Body System
- PROPulse control unit
- Leg and hip attachments
- Switch between legs and hips
Calves and arms
PROLite
- 3 modes, 3 intensity levels
- Wireless, 2 to 3 hr battery
- Small enough to travel with