| 2XU | Compression Gear

2XU is built on a powerful idea: multiplying your potential. 

Founded in Melbourne in 2005 by former professional triathlete Jamie Hunt alongside Clyde Davenport and Aidan Clark, 2XU began with a clear and compelling mission - to create high-performance apparel that supports athletes to train harder, recover faster and perform at their peak. Hunt’s enthusiasm for sport was matched only by his drive to pioneer advanced fabric technologies that redefine what activewear can do.

What began as a specialist clothing brand for triathletes and runners has since evolved into a globally recognised leader in athletic performance wear. Today, 2XU (pronounced “Two Times You”) is especially known for its advanced compression garments - engineered to deliver targeted muscle support, improve circulation and reduce fatigue during and after activity. 

These training garments go beyond form-fitting design; they feature graduated compression - a technology that applies firmer pressure around the extremities (like the ankles or wrists) and gradually decreases as it moves towards your core. This gradient encourages blood to flow more efficiently back toward the heart, enhancing circulation, improving oxygen delivery to muscles and accelerating the removal of metabolic waste. 

2XU women's compression clothing and men's compression clothing works by applying this strategic pressure to key muscle groups, helping to stabilise muscles and reduce muscle vibration during movement. This level of precision is made possible through a proprietary blend of high-denier fabrics like PWX FLEX (Power Weight Flex) in their compression gear, which offers a firm yet flexible fit along with moisture-wicking performance and long-term durability. Anatomically designed panels featuring Muscle Containment Stamping (MCS) technology target high-use areas for runners and athletes such as the calves, quads and hamstrings without restricting mobility, making these compression garments ideal for every phase of training - from warm-up to cooldown.

Whether you're preparing for a marathon, sprinting on the track or pushing through an intense gym session, 2XU compression wear is designed to support muscle alignment and minimise post-exercise soreness. The range includes compression tights, compression shorts, compression tops and arm sleeves and calf guards for men and women, all of which are designed to move with you. 

Built for endurance training and high-intensity exercise, each piece uses lightweight, breathable materials that wick sweat and help regulate temperature to keep you dry and comfortable through even the toughest conditions. 2XU compression wear performs seamlessly with your body, so you can stay focused and distraction-free.

Though 2XU now supports athletes across many disciplines, its connection to running remains strong. Alongside 2XU running apparel, the brand offers running accessories like compression socks, race belts, running gloves and lightweight performance 2XU running caps - essentials that help runners stay sharp and ready for race day.

As an Australian brand, 2XU embodies a spirit of elite performance and constant evolution. Every stitch is backed by years of scientific research and feedback from world-class athletes - supporting the brand’s reputation as a performance partner of runners, triathletes and fitness enthusiasts across the globe. 

Powered by a passion for sport and a relentless commitment to improvement, 2XU is more than just athletic wear - it’s like a second skin for people who push themselves further. Whether you're chasing a personal best or looking to recover smarter, 2XU gives you the tools to strive towards your fitness goals.