Why do we need to keep moving? What are the benefits of sports? In a nutshell, physical activity is good for everyone, for all sorts of reasons. Sport psychology experts find that sporting activities boost both the general physical fitness as well as specific muscle groups but most importantly for our day and age – our mental health. 

How does that happen? In a world where we all run around in mad panic and the mental health crisis is a global affair – sport is the answer. Sport helps manage stress and release tension, supporting the production of endorphins–happiness hormones–and reducing the level of the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline, which makes us feel tense. Sport in itself is calming, takes our mind off the day-to-day hardships, can be a team-building experience, a hobby, or a very much needed personal achievement. Sport is also a prescribed medicine that can help manage or banish depression or anxiety. 

Sport is…life. And there are so many options to choose from; anyone’s abilities can be catered to, preferences accounted for. Running, cycling, basketball, yoga, dancing, all help return us to health. It is not true that you need special equipment. The first and pretty much only rule is – you have to show up. But special sports socks will definitely come in handy and improve the experience. 

At Rainbow Socks, we recognise the important impact sport can have on mental and physical well-being. We have designed a few products that can help you get started or support your sporting journey. Below are a few options to help you with different modes of exercise.  

For any type of sport exercised in sneakers–cycling or running–we’ve got classic cotton sport socks, both practical and pretty (more info here).

If you’re looking for something thicker, for any sort of winter activity like skiing, ice-skating, climbing, or when you need that extra layer of support the best option would be warm Terry Cotton socks.

For people who are short on gym time or just like exercising at home, non-slip socks are an absolute must-have. With improved padding and grip dots, our non-slip socks are perfect for yoga, pilates, or aerobics. They also of course come in handy when doing one of the most basic sporting activities – walking. Available as ankle socks and longer crew socks.

Now you haven’t got an excuse because we’ve got you covered – head to toes! See you on the mat, or… maybe at a marathon? Good luck!