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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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...
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Compression Boots: The Complete Australian Guide
What compression boots are, how they work, what mmHg means, what the research shows, how to use them...
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Normatec Alternatives in Australia: What You're Actually Paying For
The Normatec alternatives sold in Australia compared on price, pressure, chambers and sizing, and how much you save...
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Best Wireless Compression Boots Australia 2026
The wireless compression boots sold in Australia compared on price, pressure, battery, sizing and warranty, and why PROAir...
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PROPulse vs Normatec: Control, Pressure and Value Compared
PROPulse and Hyperice Normatec compared on chamber control, pressure range, power, sizing and Australian price, and why PROPulse...
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PROAir vs Normatec: What Actually Differs, and Is the Extra Spend Worth It?
PROAir Wireless and Hyperice Normatec compared on Australian price, pressure, chambers, battery, sizing and warranty, and why PROAir...
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Dr Peter Fowler: The Sports Scientist Behind The Recovery Project
Dr Peter Fowler's qualifications, ESSA accreditation, career in high-performance sport and published research, and the rules he follows...
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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,...
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The Ultimate Recovery Gift Guide
Your go-to recovery gift guide is here! Whether you’re shopping for an athlete, traveller, or wellness lover, find...
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Which Compression Boots Are Right for You?
Not sure which of our compression systems is right for you? Compare PROPulse, PROAir, PROLite and the Lower...
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🧠 Top 5 Recovery Tips They Don’t Want You to Know
Most people only focus on physical recovery - but there’s a lot more to it. Pete shares five...
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How many recovery points do you score?
Track your recovery like a pro. Pete’s Recovery Points System helps you see if you’re really doing enough...
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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