1 By Liz HichensPublished Jun 28, 2011 comments Tweet Share << Back to StoryOpen full size in new window.Compression apparel started out as a medical product. Photo: Nils Nilsen Liz HichensLiz Hichens is the Web Producer of Triathlete.com. She is an Ironman and marathon finisher and fan of all endurance sports.Follow @lizhichensAll articles by Liz