Why Do Olympians Have Those Purple Spots?
The circles appearing on the arms, legs and backs of U.S. athletes like Michael Phelps, Natalie Coughlin and Alex Naddour result from a practice called cupping .
Its called cupping, and while it may not be the most attractive therapy in the world, many athletes believe it helps them win.
Last night as Michael Phelps won his 19th gold medal in the 4 x 100 freestyle relay, many wondered: what are those purple dots on his arms and back?
Turns out Michael Phelps and his pals at the Maria Lenk Aquatics Centre arent the only ones who use “cupping” therapy that leaves large purple dots on the .
Its called cupping, and while it may not be the most attractive therapy in the world, many athletes believe it helps them win.
Last night as Michael Phelps won his 19th gold medal in the 4 x 100 freestyle relay, many wondered: what are those purple dots on his arms and back?
Turns out Michael Phelps and his pals at the Maria Lenk Aquatics Centre arent the only ones who use “cupping” therapy that leaves large purple dots on the .
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