Why in the Olympics do people put tape on their bodies??

Question

Why in the Olympics do people put tape on their bodies??

Answer 1

it is called kinesio (Sp?) tape it improves your circulation and eases pain in muscles and joints

Answer 2

to ease pain

Answer 3

It's there to support the limbs and to assist muscle wear and tear in areas that are used alot. You see tape on the volleyballers shoulders due to the work this area undertake playing that sport. If an injury occurs the tape helps support that area until it heals naturally.

Answer 4

It's medical tape that's meant to improve circulation and help ease pain. They especially use it on joints in sports like beach volleyball.