May 07, 1 Comment. April 22, 1 Comment. Made by Powerful Contact Form Builder. September 12, The Different Styles First, you have to understand that there are different styles of MMA gloves available, and they are not all used for the same thing. The Sizes Gloves are available in many different sizes , and it is possible to find gloves that will fit both youths and adults. Gloves Features There are a lot of types of MMA gloves available, and that means you will find a host of features between them all.
Is the Price Important? Subscribe Sign up to get the latest on sales, new releases and more …. There are four regular sizes from small to extra large. If you want to be extra specific with your size, some brands offer additional options. You can see a number of comprehensive charts in the glove size guide by Combat Sports.
Just make sure you always take a close look at the definite sizes provided by each separate brand. The bones in our hands are among the smallest and weakest in our bodies. According to Dr.
Michael Gleiber , hand injuries are among the most common injuries in not only MMA but Boxing and other martial arts. According to a study, conducted on professional MMA fighters, there was a high degree in degeneration in their hand joints.
You can read that here on the NCBI website. I would say that disruptions in the bone structure of the hand of an elite MMA fighter are inevitable. If you plan on training for the sake of physical activity or love for the sport, you can do a lot to prevent serious long-term damage. MMA is an ancient sport, although it was called this way about 30 years ago. Nowadays, we use gloves for this sole purpose. However, these light open-fingered gloves do not really give you a lot of protection.
Therefore, the answer is yes. My personal suggestion is to always use hand wraps when you plan on training. I am saying this from personal experience. When I found my growing interest in martial arts, I started going to a local gym where they had a punching bag. There was only a punching bag and a few pairs of Boxing and Muay Thai gloves. Of course, I would always go for the Muay Thai ones as it felt much better to hit the bag with them.
After every session with the punching bag, I would have my hands bleeding and swollen. That was simply because I was hitting the bag too hard with no extra protection. It was only after I started training with a professional trainer and got my first personal equipment that I understood all my mistakes and since then I have never trained without hand wraps and inner gloves.
This is why I think you need to read this guide until the very end. I am focusing on this a lot as it is as important as having a good pair of gloves. In addition, years ago I found an amazing book by Jonathan Gelber which focuses on all possible MMA injuries and how to prevent them.
Click here and you will get redirected to the book itself. With this said, here are simply a few ways hand wraps improve your overall training experience:. If you are unfamiliar with hand wrapping, click here to see a quick video guide. Incorporating a training with a punching bag is of the highest importance for your overall improvement in Mixed Martial Arts. Even with all the additional protection, I spent so much time talking about, it will not be enough for a session that lasts more than a few minutes.
I think that if you have reached this far in the guide, you already know that you need heavier gloves with thicker padding. As I do not plan on repeating myself, I wanted to address a specific type of gloves that crashed the market not so long ago. Recently, brands like Title introduced a new type of gloves for punching bags that have additional gel padding. This is a brand known for focusing a lot on the technological aspect of creating the perfect fighting equipment.
In addition, they take a lot of influence from Japanese traditions which you can easily note after looking through their products. I have to say that I have had a pair of old Ikusa gloves by Hayabusa and I would definitely suggest them to anyone that is at the beginning of his career. Currently, there is a newer version of Ikusa but it remains affordable and sufficient compared to other models at this price range.
An oversized pair of gloves will make the fighter clumsy, put them at the risk of sustaining injuries and take the sting out of their punch. Thus, getting the correct size is an important factor to consider when buying MMA gloves. This is perhaps a more straightforward factor. For example, if the glove is not meant for a competitive fight, that means you are either buying a sparring glove or a grappling glove.
The choice between the two will now be narrowed to the specifics of your training. The type of material used to make the MMA gloves affects durability. Usually, MMA gloves are made of either genuine leather or synthetic leather. Natural leather is the more preferred material of the two but comes at a high cost. On the other hand, synthetic leather is quite cheaper and almost identical to genuine leather. There are different types of synthetic leather used to make MMA gloves. Buyers should look for the best quality to ensure durability.
Another factor to consider is the choice between lace-up MMA gloves and hook and loop gloves as it relates to fastening the gloves to the wrist. Lace-up gloves have laces like shoes and give the fighter absolute control over the tightness of the gloves.
The downside of lace-up gloves is that you need an extra pair of hands to get them tightened. Hook and loop gloves are also known as Velcro gloves. They are fastened through the pressing together of two sides of a fastening fabric. Unlike lace-up gloves, a fighter does not require extra hands to fasten. Also, hook and loop gloves are faster to put on since they do not require the intricate picking of laces to fasten.
However, one advantage of lace-up gloves over hook and loop gloves is the added stability they possess. Durability and overall efficiency increase proportionally with the price. MMA gloves tend to hurt more because they have less padding than boxing gloves. This means the knuckles do more of the damage than the foam paddings. MMA gloves need to be tight.
However, care should be taken to avoid making the gloves too tight. If the gloves are too tight, it may lead to disruption of blood flow around the wrist and hand.
The best part of this glove is the EverDri technology which keeps gloves cool and dry even after a long training session. The Everlast MMA Gloves includes a f ull wrist wrap strap which provides superior wrist support and allows for a more customizable fit.
Pros: — Great gloves for kids — Over 8 colorful options to choose from — Meets all state regulations for professional MMA competition. They provide an open palm design that is great for grappling and allows full gripping capabilities.
Made of a synthetic leather construction for resiliency and longevity. Pros: — Two great color options to choose from — Amazing antimicrobial technology — Multi-directional Dual-X closure. Pros: — 4 awesome colors to choose from — Maya Hide Synthetic construction — Inexpensive and a great value. The resilient Maya-Hide synthetic construction makes these MMA gloves long-lasting, however not as durable as many other models. The polymax contoured padding curves over knuckles to deliver efficient protection against shock-impact.
RDX improved their hook and loop closure to make it much more quick and easy to tightly fasten these gloves. RDX MMA Gloves have moisture wicking synthetic micro-fabric which draws moisture away from skin enabling hand comfort and breathability.
Pros: — 3 awesome styles to choose from — Anti Microbial premium lining — Velcro closure system for easy use. The Sanabul Battle Forged MMA Grappling Glove is great for mixed martial arts training or sparring when you want to seamlessly transition between grappling and striking without having to change gloves.
Technologically advanced and the fit shows it. Similar to tradition MMA gloves but with the use of engineered leather, hand-shaped foam, and other modifications to provide added comfort and durability.
Anti-microbial premium lining helps prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi. The premium lining also prevents excess moisture from being absorbed into the glove helping extend the lifespan of the glove. The velcro closure system allows you to easily put on MMA gloves even while wearing hand wraps underneath.
These are the best MMA gloves that Sanabul has designed so far. Venum Undisputed 2. Pros: — 6 awesome color combinations to choose from — Handmade in Thailand with superior quality — Layered foam for greater protection. With a curved shape that conforms to your hand, these gloves give you a better fit for a powerful punch. The new closure system provides a better fit for all sizes and allows closure with one hand. What I love most about the Venum Undisputed 2. The layered foam is second to none, and these gloves allow for a tight fit while feeling comfortable and mobile for grappling.
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