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Equipment & use

What size do you need, how should your equipment fit, and how do you use it during training? Learn about boxing gloves, handwraps, protectors, shoes, and clothing. You’ll also find information about equipment and sizes for children.

01 / Size, fit and use

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Published on: Updated on: Rashguards for BJJ, MMA and grappling Discover what a rash guard is and the differences between short and long sleeves. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Leg protectors for trainers A look at thigh guards and their use during pad sessions. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Knee pads for martial arts An explanation of the construction and use of knee pads. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Belly pads for trainers Read about belly pads as part of the equipment for pad training. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Boxing shoes during training Learn about the sole, weight, and construction of boxing shoes. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Knuckle guards under your boxing gloves Learn about knuckle protectors and the space they take up under your gloves. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Groinguards for martial arts Discover different types of groinguards and their applications by discipline. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Sports tape and handwraps for boxing An explanation of sports tape, handwraps, and their use during training and competitions. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Ankle guards for kickboxing and Muay Thai Read about ankle guards and how they are worn during kickboxing and Muay Thai. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Equipment for children for Krav Maga An overview of clothing and protective gear used for Krav Maga for children. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Equipment for children who do kickboxing Learn about gloves, shin guards, clothing, and other gear for children who practice kickboxing. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Take your equipment with you in a sports bag Read about organizing a sports bag and bringing clothing, shoes, and protective gear. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Features of boxing gloves Learn about padding, lining, stitching, thumb placement, and closures. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Choosing the size of your shin guards An explanation of how to measure and use the size chart for the selected model. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Buying boxing gloves: what should you look for? Material, fastening, fit, and training use: an overview of the considerations when purchasing. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Children's sizes for kickboxing equipment An explanation of the sizes of children's gloves, shin guards, and kickboxing shorts. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: What types of mouthguards are available? Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Boxing gloves for kids Learn about materials, fit, and choosing boxing gloves for kids. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: What is included in a kickboxing set? An overview of gloves, shin guards, clothing, and smaller components of kickboxing equipment. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Size and weight of boxing gloves Read about ounces, hand compartment, and fit when choosing boxing gloves. Read the explanation Published on: Updated on: Put on handwraps Read about wrapping handwraps, lengths, materials, and alternatives. Read the explanation