Recovery time is about to get drastically reduced thanks to Nike and Hyperice. The two innovative brands have developed the Nike x Hyperice boots and vest, wearable technologies designed to optimize athletic performance during training and competition. “Recovery is crucial for any athlete, but we’re hearing that ‘pre-covery’ is just as important,” says Tobie Hatfield, Senior Director of Nike Athlete Innovation. “The footwear and vest developed with Hyperice help prepare the body for activity, whether you’re competing for a title or spending long hours on your feet at work.”
With a simple press of a button, athletes can synchronize the heat and compression of both shoes or operate them individually, choosing from three levels of compression and heat, powered by a battery pack in each insole. Athlete feedback is essential for the ongoing development of the boots and vest. Nike and Hyperice are gathering input from athletes as they integrate these products into their routines. The Nike x Hyperice innovations will be released at a later date, continuing to push the boundaries of athletic performance and recovery.
“Taking care of my body has always been key to my preparation as a basketball player, allowing me to maintain a high level of play for over 21 years,” says Nike signature athlete LeBron James. “From the moment I tried the Nike x Hyperice boots and vest during development, I knew they were going to transform warm-up and recovery for athletes.”
The Nike x Hyperice boot is a mobile high-top shoe offering heat and dynamic air-compression massage for athletes’ feet and ankles. It features dual-air Normatec bladders bonded to warming elements, distributing heat evenly throughout the upper to drive heat deep into the muscles and tissues. This design helps athletes move, perform, and recover faster. Athletes report that their feet and ankles feel lighter and more flexible, as if they’ve already completed their warm-up.
“Since Hyperice’s inception, we’ve drawn inspiration from Nike, from the care and innovation we put into our products to how we connect with athletes,” says Anthony Katz, Founder and President of Hyperice. “This collaboration is the result of years of work between our two brands, delivering innovative footwear and apparel to enhance athletic performance and recovery. And this is just the beginning.”
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