Our shipping carriers have notified us that they are anticipating longer than normal delays this holiday season, so we're passing this information along to help you be prepared. The COVID-19 pandemic, paired with the typical holiday shipping rush has led to increased demands on shipping carriers worldwide. Please plan accordingly when placing any time-sensitive orders during the remainder of this year. We will do everything possible from our end to help ensure your orders are processed quickly, but we can not control any possible shipping delays after that point. In short, please shop early to help ensure that your orders arrive on time!
Every order will still be processed within 1 business day, but we highly recommend ordering ASAP to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays.
*Estimated cut offs by shipping option:
USPS First Class Mail: Order by December 17th
USPS Priority Mail: Order by December 18th
USPS Priority Mail Express: Order by December 22st - 11AM EST CUTOFF*
UPS Overnight: Order by December 23rd - 11AM EST CUTOFF*
If you have any additional questions, please email us at info@eliteathleticgear.com and we are more than happy to help!
Happy Holidays from EAG!
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The electrocution hit the left side of his body, causing third degree burns on his chest, left arm, the tips of 3 fingers, and all ten of his toes. After several skin graphs, a week in the hospital, and PT and OT, he was sent home with strict no sun orders.
It proved to be a difficult task for Landon’s parents to find shirts and sleeves to cover his petite arms. They even resorted to using his sister’s softball socks to cover his arm. After continuously ordering and returning arm sleeves, they stumbled upon our brand of youth collection of compression arm sleeves. The sleeve acts as a layer of protection for your skin to reduce sun exposure (UPF 50+) and provide general protection from scrapes, bumps, turf burn, etc. Landon now has a plethora of our designs that he now wears on a daily basis to stay protected from the sun.
“The miracle God allowed us to receive, by keeping our little man fully intact. We can all live with scars and we hear everyday how “lucky” he is, but we personally look at it as how Blessed and what a miracle he is.” - Heather and Dustin (Landon’s Parents)
We are thrilled that we can provide products to Landon to protect him from the sun, so he can continue to be an adventurous 7 year-old and to be able to get back out on the baseball field! Best wishes for a safe and speedy recovery, Landon! Elite Athletic Gear is rooting for you!
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Each year, recreation and sports injuries surpass 8.6 million incidences annually according to a study by the US Department of Health and Human Services. With more than 460,000 NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) student-athletes taking part in sports each academic year and a growing percentage of Americans taking up the mantle in sports and physical activity across the country, the likelihood of sustaining an injury in the process is a very real reality for many. However, sports injuries are completely preventable by taking the right prevention steps. These can range from wearing the right muscle recovery and protection gear to eating a healthy diet and staying hydrated.
Make Warm-Ups Apart Of Your Routine
By doing a warm-up before any physical activity such as engaging in a sport, you are preparing your muscles for the strenuous movements that occur during the activity and the effect that it can have on your body and your muscles. During a warm-up, your blood rate increases and the blood flow to your muscles increases. The increased blood circulation helps to loosen your joints and reduces the chances of muscle tears or rips. There are also mental benefits of warming up- your brain becomes more focused on the activity ahead and according to a report by the Tri-City Medical Center, can improve your technique and coordination skills.
Most warm-up sessions should last for at least 10 minutes. The National Sports Medicine Institute recommends a warm-up timeframe of 20 -30 minutes and that it includes aerobic or cardiovascular exercises such as jogging followed by exercises. You can also include bodyweight training using timber made still rings in your warm-up to improve your joint health in weak places such as your shoulders. You can also use the warm-up period to practice sport-specific skills or exercises tailored to the sport you play. For instance, baseball players tend to include arm swings, throwing and fielding in their general warm-up sessions.
Wear The Right Protective Gear
It is not enough to grab any gear; your sports gear must be the right equipment that serves its purpose of protecting you from injury. To do this, it must be well fitted, in good condition and suitable for the sport. For example, runners will want to regularly check their running shoes for signs of wear and tear and sizing. Wearing worn-out shoes or wrongly suited socks can not only provide poor support but also places you at an increased risk of slipping. When it comes to accessories like socks, you want to look for great arch support, breathable material and a reinforced heel and toe for an added cushion against foot injuries. Similarly, baseball and softball players will want to check the grip and mobility of their batting gloves. Quality batting gloves with textured leather and good ventilation which enhances your grip and reduces sweat - a key part in maintaining a good grip during training or a game. Shop all batting gloves, here. For sports that require helmets such as cricket or baseball, check the sizing of the helmet to ensure optimal visibility.
Finally, be sure to regularly review the fit and condition of your other gear including your supportive gear. These include kneepads, braces or compression arm sleeves. Compression arm sleeves not only encourages blood circulation but also to speed up muscle recovery and protects your skin from sunburn, another commonly reported sports injury. They are also great for protecting you from scrapes or turf burn. Shop 50+ Compression Arm Sleeves, here.
Improve Your Flexibility With Stretching Exercises
Another way you can prevent sports injuries is to include stretching exercises in your warm-up routine. Stretching exercises can improve your flexibility and can also help with muscle or strength conditioning. After light cardiovascular exercise, repeat 3 to 6 rounds of stretching exercises such as forward and side lunges, side seat straddles and stretches along with knees to chest. Don’t forget to follow this routine after your activity as well. Cooling down helps to decrease soreness.
Drink Enough Water
Lastly, remember to keep your hydration levels up. Whether you are a younger athlete or a more experienced pro, dehydration can increase the risk of muscle fatigue, heat exhaustion and the chances of your muscles tensing up. This is because as you engage in physical activity such as sports, your body loses water. Pay attention to signs of your body becoming dehydrated and aim to regularly drink enough water. Recommendations from the Institute Of Medicine says women should aim for 2.7 liters of water each day when men should drink at least 3.7 liters of water daily. Make it a habit to carry around a shaker cup with you to all training or sporting activities so you can keep your hydration levels up.
As an athlete, a sports injury is the most dreaded scenario. The good news is, each of these prevention tips is simple and easy to include in your everyday routine whether it is during games or on training days. However, despite being simple they all have immeasurable benefits in keeping you and your body healthy when playing sports.
- Lucy Peterson
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Throughout your crazy, hectic day.. Whether being a student-athlete, full time employee, parent, etc. We all constantly need to stay focused and inspired. For example: The student-athlete life isn't easy. (As a former college baseball player and business major I know this very well) 6AM team lift, 9AM class, 12PM practice and an exam to study for the next day on top of homework, 3 papers, eating a balanced diet and squeezing in a few hours of sleep. It is not easy mentally or physically. But sometimes being able to look own at your wristband at see "ONE MORE REP" or "RISE & GRIND" makes those challenging hurdles and long days a little bit easier.
The examples and real life situations are endless, but we want to help keep you motivated every single day. Check out our Motivational Wristbands today! We highly recommend our best selling $5 for $20 Package to be able to change up your inspirational quotes!
Shop All Motivational Bracelets: https://eliteathleticgear.com/collections/motivational-wristbands
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One of the major benefits of wearing an arm sleeve is the improved circulation in your arm. Sleeves are designed to provide compression to keep circulation flowing during your entire game, practice, workout, etc. Increased blood circulation can protect muscles from future injury and the sleeve will provide some support for athletes who have had a previous injury.
Arm sleeves have shown to help expedite recovery for athletes. The compression helps muscles that are sore or overworked to recover faster. The sleeve enables your blood flow to circulate quicker to the heart, which helps you heal and recover quicker.
Outside of injury protection, the sleeve acts as a second skin that can help provide general protection from bumps, scrapes, turf burn, etc. Most athletes can attest that most sports are battlegrounds and cuts/turf burn are likely to occur. Wearing a sleeve can significantly help resist those types of injuries. Sleeves also provide significant protection from the sun.
It is crucial that an athlete is always ready in every moment. A huge benefit of wearing a sleeve is that it will keep your arm at a consistent temperature to ensure maximum performance. If you're playing a cold football or baseball game and are sitting on the bench or take a play off, your muscles can begin to tighten up. The arm sleeve will help provide a consistent temperature to keep your arm warm, loose and ready for anything. The same concept can be applied for any weather temperature or field conditions, making them a must have accessory for every athlete.
Okay okay.. In addition to the health benefits, we have to admit that our arm sleeves look sickkk! We design industry leading artwork to provide athletes with a plethora of options depending on their desired level on flashiness on the field/court/etc. We have tons of colors, designs, collections and sizes to ensure you find the perfect sleeve/s for you! Sleeves can also be great to spread awareness or support a cause. We offer many USA Flag, Breast Cancer Awareness, etc. sleeves that can be worn to show off your cause.
Check out all of our Compression Arm Sleeves by clicking the link below:
https://eliteathleticgear.com/collections/arm-sleeves
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We launched 24 New Arm Sleeves in December 2016! (Yes, right in time for the holiday madness!) The largest new product release month since we launched Elite Athletic Gear in 2014. In addition to the new drops, we've also received superior feedback from our customers requesting an arm sleeve size between our "YOUTH" & "STANDARD" to ensure the perfect fit. Needless to say, we went to the drawing boards and our new collections now feature 3 sizes: YOUTH, S/M & L/XL (Formerly "Standard") Below is a recap of our new sleeves!
Our NEW Geo Digi Arm Sleeve Collection features a combination of hand drawn, sleek, geometric shapes that are embedded with our traditional digi camo. We like to think of this design as a combination of old school and new school that will stand out during every sporting event.
Top Row: White Geo Digi, Red Geo Digi, Orange Geo Digi, Gold Geo Digi, Neon Green Geo Digi & Green Geo Digi.
Bottom Row: Navy Geo Digi, Royal Blue Geo Digi, Light Blue Geo Digi, Maroon Geo Digi, Purple Geo Digi & Pink Geo Digi.
We closed out our new drops for December with our Carbon Camo Arm Sleeve Collection. This collection features a subtle background of traditional camo with a smooth gradient of true color from your bicep to a darker gray/black as you move towards the wrist. These sleeves look incredible when paired with your teams uniforms.
Top Row: Gray Carbon Camo, Red Carbon Camo, Orange Carbon Camo, Gold Carbon Camo, Neon Green Carbon Camo & Green Carbon Camo.
Bottom Row: Navy Carbon Camo, Royal Blue Carbon Camo, Light Blue Carbon Camo, Maroon Carbon Camo, Purple Carbon Camo & Pink Carbon Camo.
We take pride in every design that we create as all of our design work is completed in-house. As former athletes, we know what the upcoming classes of athletes want and are always a step ahead to provide options to have you feeling and looking the best for every game or practice. Sooo cliche... but we do believe in the Look Good. Feel Good. Play Good.
Check out our 75+ Compression Arm Sleeves here: All Arm Sleeves
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