Recovery wear sees significant growth

Category: Lifestyle/Entertainment

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Unlocking Word Meanings

Read the following words/expressions found in today’s article.

  1. fatigue / fəˈtiɡ / (n.) – the state of being extremely tired
    Example:

    After walking all day, he felt great fatigue and needed to rest.


  2. fuel / ˈfju əl / (v.) – to give strength, support, or power to something
    Example:

    Her success in the first game fueled her confidence to play even better in the next match.


  3. circulation / ˌsɜr kyəˈleɪ ʃən / (n.) – the movement of blood around the body caused by the heart’s pumping action
    Example:

    Regular exercise helps improve blood circulation, keeping the body healthy.


  4. stiffness / ˈstɪf nɪs / (n.) – the state or condition of being hard, unable to bend or move easily
    Example:

    After the long hike, I felt stiffness in my legs and found it hard to walk.


  5. functionality / ˌfʌŋk ʃənˈæl ə t̬i / (n.) – the quality of being useful or appropriate for the purpose for which something was made
    Example:

    The functionality of the new app makes it easy for users to shop and pay online.


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Fatigue is a major challenge in today’s fast-paced world. As the need for efficient rest and recovery grows, the recovery wear market is seeing a significant boom. This trend is not just about passive rest—it’s about actively promoting recovery simply by wearing specialized garments. From business professionals to athletes, a wide range of people are taking notice. This market expansion is fueled by increased health consciousness, driven by tools like smartwatch sleep trackers and the growing popularity of high-performance mattresses. Going beyond typical loungewear, the novel concept of “promoting recovery by wearing” perfectly matches the needs of busy modern individuals.


Leading this trend is TENTIAL’s BAKUNE. BAKUNE is recovery wear that uses a special functional fiber called SELFLAME®︎. This material contains a fine ceramic powder that absorbs far-infrared rays emitted by the body and re-emits them back to the skin. This process is said to improve blood circulation and help reduce muscle stiffness, among other benefits. Notably, BAKUNE has been filed as a general medical device, and its functionality is backed by scientific evidence, ensuring its reliability. Through collaborations with universities, corporate partners, and joint development with athletes, the product has undergone continuous improvements, earning a high level of consumer trust.


BAKUNE’s greatest feature is how easily it fits into your daily routine. Because it supports fatigue recovery simply by wearing it to bed, busy people can easily incorporate it into their daily lives. The three-dimensional cut, designed for ease of movement during sleep, and its comfortable feel are also key factors that contribute to high-quality rest. Many users report sleeping more comfortably. As a result, it is gaining popularity among those who prioritize physical conditioning, such as busy executives and athletes. Beyond its functionality, its wide range of colors and sophisticated design are also appealing. While positioned at a higher price point, this makes it an increasingly popular choice not only as an investment in one’s own health but also as a “health-conscious gift” for parents, grandparents, and other loved ones.


The recovery wear market is expected to continue its growth. As technology advances, more effective and comfortable products will emerge, significantly changing how we approach rest and recovery.


This article was created in collaboration with TENTIAL.


Viewpoint Discussion

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Discussion A

  • The article notes that the high-priced recovery wear is a popular “health-conscious gift” for parents and grandparents. Would you consider giving recovery wear as a gift to someone you know? If so, who would that be and why? Alternatively, what makes you hesitant about this as a gift idea? Discuss.
  • When choosing an expensive gift like the recovery wear described in the article, what factors are most important to you? For example, would you prioritize its proven effectiveness and scientific backing, its sophisticated design, or the high price point itself? Discuss.

Discussion B

  • The article states that BAKUNE builds trust through its general medical device notification, scientific evidence, and collaborations with universities and athletes. When considering a new wellness product, what factors are most important for you to trust its claims? Discuss.
  • The article predicts that the recovery wear market will keep growing and that future technology will significantly change how we rest. If you could design a new product, intended as a gift for busy people, to help them recover from fatigue, what would it be? You can think beyond clothing—what problem would your product solve, and what would make it special? Discuss.