Boxing shoes are the one thing that beginners will put off as long as they possibly can because you can use regular running shoes in their place and it is said to be almost the same thing.

If you are a beginner and are just getting started then you should probably stick with your regular tennis shoes until you at least start to improve. If your gym requires the proper footwear to practice in the ring, you should get them straight away. Once you do start to improve, throwing combos with menace on the pads and are starting to spar, buying a pair of boxing shoes is one of the easiest ways to improve so it is definitely worth the investment if you have any ambitions of getting better at the sport. Beginner boxing shoes don’t have to cost a fortune, you can get a good quality pair for about $40.

 

Boxing Shoes Are an Unwanted Expense

We get it, and I know from personal experience that boxing shoes is an unwanted expense, getting started in boxing is relatively cheap, you just need a pair of tennis shoes and maybe a pair of gloves but as you continue the journey the amount of gear you need to spend to add up, so you just put it off as long as you can.

That being said, you can pick up a budget pair from about $30 to $40 and there are plenty of benefits two warning them.

 

Most Gyms Will Insist On Boxing Shoes

If you are in a gym that has a ring, many owners will not even let you in the Ring in regular tennis shoes as they have too much grip I will make up the canvas over time so a proper pair of boxing shoes would be needed to go on the Ring and practice pads in the proper scenario and even to spar as well. Even if your gym doesn’t enforce it, they will still want you to buy the proper Gear

 

 

Worth The Investment For Improvers – Easiest Way To Improve

Once you do start improving in the ring, you will more than likely be hooked on the sport of boxing and looking for any way to improve, training nonstop, going on runs, lifting weights and spending a lot of time in the gym hitting the bags, shadow boxing and hitting the pads.

If I told you there was an easy way you can improve your speed, maneuverability, footwork, agility and power immediately, you will probably bite my hand off to know how to do it. Investing in a pair of boxing shoes is the missing piece in the puzzle and can offer an instant increase in your movement and even power.

 

Better feel of the Canvas

Running shoes are designed for running fast movements here and there starting and stopping. The movements and boxing and much more rigid in that there is a certain way to move and everybody does that. Boxing shoes have a lot less cushion so you can feel the canvas under your feet much better and your feet become more responsive and able to react quicker.The flat soles also allow you to plant your feet and get more power in your shots.

 

Easy Pivoting

Pivoting is one of the key movements in boxing and boxing shoes are designed specifically to allow you to do just that, without having too much grip under the soles of the feet, you can let your shots and pivot out with much more mobility than with a regular shoe.

 

 

Lightweight

Boxing shoes are a lot lighter and it will feel better than if you had no shoes on at all with the added comfort of the better pairs and without the weight of your clunky running shoes weighing you down, you will be able to move around the ring much faster.

 

 

Ankle Stability

Ankle stability is one of the big ones. Boxing shoes come in three different styles, low top, mid-top and high top and these provide a balance between weight and speed with the mid-tops coming up just over the ball of the ankle and providing the complete support you need specifically for the sport of boxing.

 

For Sparring

If you are sparring someone who has a pair of boxing shoes and you don’t, you will struggle to keep up with them. They will be able to move quicker, find better angles, close and increase the distance more easily and a fighter of equal skill to you can get the better of you. The same would be true the other way around so boxing shoes are crucial to your improvement as a fighter.

 

 

Comfort And Breathability

The right pair of boxing shoes will fit tightly to your feet and feel like a slipper as you move around the ring. There are plenty of pairs for wide feet, narrow feet, flat feet, and feet with higher arches, so do your research on the best pair and go with the ones that suit you best.

Boxing shoes also have the right meshing and air holes to allow breathability and not let sweat build up too much causing a stench over time. A lot of shoes like the Nike HyperKos will have an extra strap around the front of the foot to allow a tighter fit.

 

Better Footwork Will Allow you to Improve Further, Faster

Boxing shoes are a certain way to improve your game and if you train with the correct footwork and movement you will begin to become proportionally better as training with the best footwork will allow to improve on a better version of yourself and thus improve further still and more quickly.

 

 

Disadvantages Of Boxing Shoes

 

They can take a long time to tie-up

Boxing shoes have a lot more lacing so it will take you longer to put them on. While this is usually a cosmetic issue, be prepared to give an extra 5 minutes before training to lace these bad boys up especially if you go with the high or mid-tops, they will have a good bit more lacing to tie each time.

 

They can’t be used casually or for running

Boxing shoes are strictly for the ring, you can’t use them for running or casually as the soles will wear down a lot quicker so it is better to keep them fresh especially for the boxing gym so that you are explosive on the pads, on the bags and in sparing. That being said you will need another pair for your roadwork and for lifting weights in the gym.

 

Our favorite boxing shoes of 2020

 

Venum Elite Boxing Shoes

These are expensive at about $140, but it is the pair I use myself and I have found them very good for the past 6 months so I have no problem recommending them to you.

These are for wider feet and just remember to order one size down from your regular US tennis shoe size. These are flat mid top’s so they might not suit high arches, but these are extremely lightweight, comfortable and they offer beautiful support.

Venom are becoming my go-to boxing brand and they also sponsor Katie Taylor who is one of my favorite fighters and she wears these shoes also. These come in a range of eye-catching designs from red to gold or silver and plain black. Make sure to check them out for yourself.

Check out some more reviews here:

 

 

Ringside Diablo boxing shoes

If you’re looking for a quality budget pair to get started, these are a good option to go with. They offer good support, comfort readability and they’re also lightweight with good grip and are very easy to move around the Ring with.

 

You can pick these up from $40 to $50 and they are very good investment for a first pair. They are high tops and I come in a range of different colours from red, pink, black, white and blue.

Make sure to check these out for yourself:

 

 

Everlast Pivt low top boxing shoes

Pisa one of the most comfortable pairs, they are low tops that almost look like running shoes except there are a lot more lightweight and they offered a proper support for the ankles.

These ones are reasonably priced at $80 and they come and black and gold as well as black and red.

These have a good grip, readability and you can use them in the ring as well as in the gym hitting the bags are even lifting weights.

These are definitely worth a look so check out some more reviews here:

 

 

If you’re interested in buying some boxing shoes don’t forget to check out our buying guide.

I remember my first boxing head guard way back in the day, at first, it looked fine but when I started to spar, it was blocking my vision and this led to me getting hit with shots that I couldn’t see coming in my peripheral vision. The hooks that were landing on me then caused the headgear to turn around to the side and I had to fix it after every punch that landed and eventually abandon the headgear.

Boxing headgear has the sole purpose of protecting the fighter from injury, whether that is preventing cuts and bruising or helping with reducing the impact of the punches and making sure the fighters suffer fewer Knockouts from repeatedly being hit in the head. Boxing headgear is a game of trade-offs, you want to get the maximum protection but you don’t want it to be too heavy and you want it to protect as much of your face as possible without blocking your vision. There are plenty of different types and styles and various different sizes to suit every boxer, so let’s take a look at everything that’s involved in buying the best boxing headgear for you.

 

 

What are the different types of boxing headgear

There are three main types of boxing headgear that are universally accepted and whether you are just messing around in the gym, having amateur fights or you want to go on and be a professional fighter, most gyms will require that you wear headgear for sparring even if it’s only so that you don’t suffer cuts and facial injuries and claim off the insurance.

Open face headgear

Open Face boxing headgear provides protection for the chin and the temple and all around the top of the head but it leaves the face open so you can still suffer black eyes and nose injuries, but it is also the lightest and allows the maximum flexibility, gives your opponent the smallest target and is the most comfortable to wear.

This type of headgear is perfect for juniors and women who don’t hit as hard and they don’t need to have so much protection around their eyes, cheeks, and nose because of the weight of the blows they are receiving  isn’t enough to cause any serious damage.

At the same time, the cushioning on the chin and the temple can take away some of the impact of the punches and open-face headgear is a great way to provide a good balance between comfort,speed and protection.

 

Boxing headgear with cheek protection

This is probably the most common Headgear that’s used in gyms around the world. It is similar to open-faced headgear, in that it also has two extra pieces of protection for the cheeks that can stop the fighter from getting black eyes and suffering cuts or damage to the face.

The big thing you need to look out for when buying this type of headgear is that the cheek protection pieces of the head guard are tight against the cheeks and don’t block your vision. So that being said you need to find a headgear that is the right size for you and one that comes from a quality brand. Make sure the headgear you’re buying has plenty of good reviews and get the measurements right to avoid disappointment.

 

“If the headgear blocks your vision, then you will be better off without using anything.”

 

 

Full face protection headgear

This is a type of boxing headgear that covers the whole head and is signified by a thick strap of protection that runs parallel across the front and blocks the nose and face from taking any damage.

Again, when buying this type of headgear, it is crucial to get the right size so that your vision is not impaired. You should also look for a sleek design so that the guard is not weighing you down too much and providing a bigger target for your opponent.

This type of headgear was the favorite of Manny Pac-Man Pacquiao and is perfect for anyone that wants to receive the least amount of damage, marks and bruises or just any damage in general to their face. Maybe people who work in an office and can’t afford to be walking around with black eyes all the time.

 

Different Types Of Fastening On Boxing Headgear

The fastening on the boxing headgear refers to to the places where it will open up when you want to put it on and take it off. This will usually involve either velcro or lace-up strapping on the back and a clip in adjustable strap underneath the chin.

Velcro strapping

Velcro strapping has the advantage of being easy to put on but lace-up strapping has the advantage that it can be tighter in one place then another place to allow for different shaped heads.

Lace-up strapping

Lace-up strapping will take longer to put on but you can do it yourself unlike the boxing gloves, velcro strapping is easy to put on and it can be adjusted as a whole as well, but it just can’t be tighter in one spot then another spot.

Both options are fine but the Lace-ups provide an extra level of customization, so it is up to yourself which you prefer.

 

The main thing to consider with the strappings and adjustments is how they are attached to the rest of the headgear. If they are stitched on and the workmanship is not good, the strapping will be the first thing to fall off and once it does you will need to buy a new headguard.

 

Go with brands with good reviews if you have the budget to do so, it will last you longer in the long run and actually save you money.

 

Weight vs Protection

Training headgear will have a lot of protection, cushioning the blows nicely and making sure you don’t take too much damage, and this may sound good it also adds a lot of weight to the fighter causing you to move your head slower and possibly get hit with more shots.

Competition headgear is usually open, fast and light and once it fits tightly to your head, it will provide good protection from most shots. It will be slick and light, enabling you to move your head with ease and dodge most of the oncoming punches while still providing a level of protection.

So the level of padding in your headgear vs how much it weighs is a trade-off you will have to make. If you are are a heavier fighter that is going to be hit with bigger shots then you might favor having more padding in your gear, but then again it is up to you what you like.

 

Pros and cons of boxing headgear

There is a lot of debate about the effectiveness of headgear in preventing trauma, concussions and eventually brain damage of fighters, and the jury is still out about whether it makes a difference or not. That being said, it still does provide plenty of benefits but there are also some downsides to wearing headgear in sparring and in amateur contests

 

Pros

Provides protection from cuts and bruising

It doesn’t take a hard punch to cause you to get a black eye. It is more about the placement of the punch when it lands. That being said, a black eye is not a serious injury but it is not a look that many people are going for, especially in their jobs or walking around the city.

Cuts are a more  serious injury, if a dry glove lands on the skin you can easily open up a cut, especially if there is scar tissue from a cut that was previously opened on the face already.

That is the main advantage of headgear to protect from these minor to major facial injuries.

 

Protects against elbows

Sparring can get tough and competitive, and when it does neither fighter is going to back down and this can often lead to the fighters jockeying for position inside and using their arms and elbows to move their opponent out of the way to land some clean shots.

This can lead to cuts from elbows or headbutts and broken noses. Having a good headguard will also protect you from this kind of damage.

 

Stops knockouts and make you feel safer

Having a good tightly fitting head guard can make you feel safe and secure in the ring and it can also stop knockouts by cushioning the blows and absorbing some of the punishment.

This extra feeling of security can allow you to take more chances in the ring and go for the riskier shots on your opponent and that is a great way to learn and improve at the sport as you are not as worried about what is going to come back with the headgear to cushion any shots that land on your face or chin.

 

 

It’s good for hygiene

Using a communal headgear ear that’s available in your gym might be handy for a while, but such headgear is often doused in sweat from many different Fighters, it can smell horrible and It can cause viruses and infections.

Having your own headgear is far more hygienic and it is something you should shoot for as soon as possible when you start sparring and it is something that becomes a regular occurrence.

 

Cons

Does little to prevent concussions

Contrary to popular belief, wearing a head guard does little to protect against head trauma, concussions and long-term damage caused by hard sparring. While the evidence is still up for debate, there appears to be no evidence whatsoever that headgear will make boxing a safer Sport.

 

Reduce the Vision

As we said before, boxing headgear that doesn’t fit correctly can cause you to lose Vision. When your opponent throws wide hooks or uppercuts, you may not see them coming and not be able to block them effectively or roll out of the way.

If your gear is blocking your vision it becomes more of a hindrance to your safety, then something that makes you safer.

 

Adds weight

Boxing headgear adds weight to your body and your head, making it harder to slip punches and roll out of the way. This may actually cause you to absorb are more punches and punishment over the course of the sparring or fight.

 

Makes the target bigger

Headgear also adds size to your head and the more padding that’s included the bigger the target will be for your opponent to throw shots at. This will probably lead to more punches landing on your head which can actually cause more damage as well.

 

Is costs money

Boxing is an inexpensive sport to start out in, all you need is a pair of tennis shoes and possibly a pair of beginner gloves. As you get more advanced the amount of gear that you need to buy, seems to pile up quite quickly. When you start sparring you need to get an extra pair of sparring gloves and you also need to get a groin guard and headgear for protection.

As you progress and improve, you might want a better pair of gloves, boxing shoes and various other different types of boxing Gear that you like and that improves your game. Headgear can be quite expensive and it is often an unwanted expense.

 

Best Boxing Headgear

 

Winning Headgear Fg2900

Winning headgear is considered the top dog in the industry by almost everybody. It is lightweight, hand-stitched in Japan and provides a level of comfort that many other brands have tried to replicate unsuccessfully.

It offers good protection for the chin, temple and also it has cheek protectors that protect from cuts and bruising. Match this with a well-rounded boxing defence and you should take as little punishment as possible in the ring during sparring.

An excellent headgear but it will cost you upwards of $300 so it might not be for everybody’s budget.

Check Out The Reviews Here:

 

Hayabusa T3 Headgear

Hayabusa a name that have exploded on the boxing scene in recent years with high-quality Gear. The T3 offers a lot of protection. It covers almost all of the head and fits tightly which cheek protectors to protect against any cuts and bruises, while also remaining light and nimble.

This won’t cost you as much as the winning gear, you can get the synthetic version for $80 or you can go with the full leather for $180.

People say that this gear runs small so make sure you get the right size and there have been some reports that it can block the vision but that’s not something that we have seen.

Huyubusa produces durable and respected gear and they’re well worth taking a look at.

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RDX T1 Headgear

RDX have become a leading budget brand in the combat sports space in the last few years. They produce good quality gear for a fraction of the price and I will admit that I’ve been a customer of them myself and I’ve been very happy with the quality and value that I got and it is no different with the headgear.

RDX T1 headgear will only set you back about $30 but it gets the job done for beginners and professionals alike. The T1 has a design similar to something that Hannibal would wear when he’s locked up & it provides full head protection and good visibility. RDX have got the balance right with this one as seen by the tons of positive reviews.

It has got a quick and easy loop strap for the chin and velcro strapping at the back for a perfect fit.

Check out some reviews and get the best price here:

 

 

Venum Elite Headgear

I won’t lie, Venom has become one of my favorite brands in boxing. They produce high-level gear for good prices and they have never let me down.

Venum elite headgear is lightweight and it provides good protection for the cheeks and overall head to stop any bruising your cuts that might happen while fitting tightly and offering perfect vision at all times.

The venom elite headgear will set you back about 80 Bucks but with the triple density foam, skin tex leather, open-top design, quality fitting, and excellent comfort we think this is one of the best head guards on the market.

Make sure to check out the reviews here:

 

Frequently asked questions:

Should Juniors wear headgear:

Junior should possibly wear open face headgear, but we think that Juniors shouldn’t be sparing to hard, focusing on technique instead and if they’re not taking hard punches, we think that they should be fine without any headgear.

Juniors shouldn’t be punching too hard either but if you feel that the protection is worth it then by all means you should go for it.

 

Should boxing Head Gear be Tight?

Yes, boxing headgear should fit tightly, you should have a look at the company sizing chart and measure your head before buying. If it is loose and wobbles around, you may as well have no headgear at all. So make sure you buy a nice tight fitting head guard that doesn’t block your vision or slow you down in the ring.

 

Does Boxing Head Gear Protect Your Nose

Boxing headgear with the protection strap that goes across the middle of the face will protect your nose. This type of headgear is usually for people who are professionals and don’t want to have any marks and cuts on their face, and is also perfect to protect the nose.

 

What Size Should I Buy

The size you should buy depends on the size of your head. All the companies we have listed above have sizing guides available before you buy so all you need to do is just measure your head with a measuring tape, get your circumference and buy the gear that fits the bill.

 

Should You Always Wear Head Gear In Sparring?

You only really need to use headgear in sparring when you are planning to go a bit harder. If you are just having a little tap around with your buddy in the gym, there is little point in wearing a full headgear. But if you have a fight coming or the sparring is getting more competitive, then headgear will provide protection and make sure you don’t get any facial injuries.

 

How Much Does It Help?

It does help quite a bit in that you won’t get any black eyes and cuts, but it’s not going to stop the trauma to your head, because that is caused by the brain hitting against the skull. It’s like shaking the contents of a jar, it doesn’t matter if the jar is padded or not, the contents will still move around although it might prevent knockouts by cushioning some of the force of the punches.

 

How Hard Should You Go In Sparring

As a rule of thumb, you shouldn’t hit anyone harder than you like to be hit yourself. Because the first thing your opponent will do is try to even the score if you hit them hard, so you should be expecting that.

Also, some of the better Fighters, if they see you being a bully in the gym, they will take it upon themselves to give it back to you if your opponent isn’t able to.

If two Fighters are both improving and they want to increase the intensity of the sparring then there is no problem with that, but just make sure it is a mutual feeling and that you both want to go harder in sparring to improve and progress or if you have fights coming up.

 

Thanks for reading our article and let us know your personal experience in the comments.

 

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When starting out in boxing, you may think that the gloves are all the same. But as you get more involved in the sport, you notice all the gloves are different sizes and they have strange different numbers like 10oz, 12oz,14oz and 16oz.

You might not know what the numbers refer to at the start, but after a while, you realize that it refers to the weight of the glove.

All boxing gloves have different sizes, different sizes will suit different size Fighters, and you can also choose different size gloves for different activities such as hitting the heavy bag, hitting pads or in sparring.

The main goal of wearing a pair of boxing gloves is there protect your knuckles, your wrists and your sparring partner if you are going to be hitting each other in the face and body.

Sparing obviously requires heavier gloves because you don’t want to hurt your training partner and you don’t want them to hurt you either.

When you are working the pads or the bags you have a choice between light and heavier gloves depending on your preference, how hard the bag is and whether you want to train for Speed or Endurance.

Intro To Different Weights

The different weights of boxing gloves generally refers to how much padding is inside the gloves to protect your hands and wrists and that extra padding leads to the gloves being heavier.

 

8-oz Gloves

8-ounce gloves are typically the lightest on the market, they offer very little protection so they are best to be used by people who are very light and not too powerful and in fights between light Fighters or if you want your hands to be faster on the pads and bags as a smaller fighter.

10-oz Gloves

10 oz gloves are typically used for fights and they can also be used by lighter Fighters and those who want their hands to be fast on the pads and bags. As a heavier fighter, if you go with 10-ounce gloves, you are sacrificing the protection on your hands, to add speed to your punches, so it is your own preference whether you want to use 10 or 12 oz gloves on the bag and pads.

 

12-Oz Gloves

12 oz gloves at the most commonly used by fighters of all sizes when they are hitting the bags and pads. They offer a good balance between protection of the knuckles and wrists as well as being light enough to offer good speed and they feel good to use as you can feel your knuckles hitting the target.

 

14-Oz Gloves

14-ounce gloves can be used for lighter Fighters or women when they are sparring. If you are lighter and don’t hit as hard then you won’t need the full padding of the 16oz gloves.

By using 14-ounce gloves it simulates a real fight more accurately and as your hands are moving more quickly, the sparring is more realistic.

16-Oz Gloves

16-ounce gloves are the go-to size and weight for almost everybody when they are sparring, they offer a lot of padding so when you hit your training partner in the face, it won’t hurt them too much.

Remember that a crucial rule of sparing is to not hit your opponent harder than you would like to be hit yourself.

There is always someone bigger and stronger than you and the tables can always turn and often more quickly than you think.

Check out this handy table to see what gloves suit what sizes for every boxing activity.

And remember it’s just a guide, I have your fighter can easily use 10-ounce gloves if that feels comfortable for them.

 

Mens						Women & Kids
Weight	Pads & Bags	Sparring				Weight	Pads & Bags	Sparring
-50kg	8oz	12-16oz				-45kg	6oz	12-16oz
51-65kg	8-10oz	16oz				45-50kg	8oz	16oz
63-76kg	12oz	16oz				50-60kg	10oz	16oz
74-90kg	12oz	16oz				60-70kg	12oz	16oz
88kg+	12oz	16oz				70kg +	12oz	16oz
110-120kg	12-oz	16-18oz
120kg	12-oz	16-20oz

What Is The Best Size For The Heavy Bag

You don’t want something that’s too heavy when you’re hitting the heavy bag as the cushion in the glove will take away your feeling from your shots.

You don’t want something that’s too light either as you may hurt your knuckles and wrist or break one of the many tiny bones that are in the hand.

Most boxing enthusiasts will opt for a 10 or 12-ounce glove.

Personally I weigh 88 kg and I’ve used a 10-ounce gloves for a long time with no problems but there is nothing wrong with testing out a few different gloves in the gym before you make a decision and commit to a purchase.

Most gyms will have communal gloves available for use for gym members, just remember to wash your hands afterwards.

Very light Fighters and even some women can use 8-ounce gloves but again it is a matter of personal preference.

 

What Is The Best For Pads

Most people will use the same gloves for pads, bags and training in general and have a separate pair of gloves for sparring that are more heavy and offer more cushion.

If you have a lot of budget are you like to try a lot of different gloves then you can easily use 12 oz on the bags and 10 oz when you are hitting the pads.

 

What Is The Best For Sparring

Heavier is usually going to be better for sparring, nobody wants to be going home with serious headaches, lumps and bruises and even cuts when they’re just trying to get better at boxing.

Lighter Fighters 60kgs and down and most women can probably get away with using 14-ounce gloves while everybody else should you 16 ounce.

It not only cushions the blows but it also slows the hands down causing less trauma to the head and fewer knockouts, which isn’t the goal of sparring.

 

Super Heavyweights Should Use Even Heavier Gloves

If you are very heavy, 110 kg + , you should probably be thinking about 18oz gloves and if you are 120 + you might even go for pair of 20 oz gloves for sparring. With the heavier weights you’re also dealing with a lot more knockouts, so the heavier gloves will help to protect the Fighters.

I remember when I was in Thailand I sparred with a very heavy guy who weighed about 120kg or more and I never felt somebody who hit as hard as that guy and I remember it’s the only time I’ve seen someone wearing 20 oz gloves.

Are 14 oz Gloves Good For The Heavy Bag

Gloves are absolutely fine for working the heavy bag, just make sure they are not to cushiony and don’t take the feeling away from your shots.

You want to be able to feel your punches on the knuckle against the heavy bag so that you can maximize your technique and increase your power, in my opinion, so 12 oz is better

 

Can I Use 16oz gloves for the heavy bag?

16-ounce gloves are fine for the heavy bag but they cause your hands to slow down and you to feel the shots less on the bag.

All gloves are made differently and you might find a pair of 16-ounce gloves that are perfect for the heavy bag and if you do, then it’s no problem.

 

Can I Use 1 Set Of Gloves For Everything

If you are planning to use one set of gloves for everything then you should probably go with a heavy pair, if you plan on sparing as you will not be able to spar using lighter gloves, so keep this in mind if you really don’t want to buy two pairs.

A better option is to have one heavy pair for sparring and one lighter pair for everything else.

Boxing Glove Size By Weight Class

Featherweight and lighter including junior boxers can use 8-ounce gloves on the bags and pads and 14 ounce gloves for sparring. We would recommend that everybody else use 12-ounce gloves on the pads and bags and 16 ounce gloves for sparring.

 

Who Should Use 18 oz Gloves Or 20 oz Gloves?

As we mentioned already super heavyweights like 110 to 120 kg might consider 18 to 20 oz gloves for sparring. Especially if they are sparring against lighter guys, it will not look good if they hurt or knock out someone out that is much smaller than them.

 

Do Heavier Gloves Make You Faster?

There is a common conception in many boxing gyms that if you use heavier gloves on the bags and pads that come fight night using the lighter gloves your hands will be faster as they are used to throwing and punches with the heavier weight and when the weight is removed, they are free to move faster.

There might be some truth to this and it is something I have personally done and like doing. A lot of the time it can give you a mental edge which can be just as important as how fast your hands are actually moving, so if you feel that it is something that gives you an advantage then there is no problem with doing that.

 

Are Heavier Boxing Gloves Better?

Heavier gloves are not better per se, your hands move faster and can cause more damage with lighter gloves so if it came to an actual fight you would be much better off with a lighter pair of gloves.

Heavier gloves cause less damage so they are perfect for sparing but that does not mean they are better gloves in general.

All different brands of gloves will have different qualities as well.

 

What Size Gloves Should A Woman Get?

Smaller women can use lighter gloves and even the heavier women probably won’t hit as hard as a man the same size as them. So women can use 10 or 12 oz gloves on the bags whatever feels comfortable, and they can probably get away with 14 ounce gloves in sparring.

Some of the lighter women can even use 12-ounce gloves if they’re under 45 kgs in weight.

Boxing Gloves vs Bag Gloves

Bag gloves are designed specifically for hitting heavy bags and pads and therefore they contain much less padding, they are lighter and wouldn’t be suitable for punching drills or sparring.

The advantage of bag gloves is there often cheaper and by weighing less than make your hands faster and you can get a better feel on the bag.

Boxing gloves are designed for a full range of training so they are a more complete glove. They generally contain more padding, are heavier and are designed so that you can spar easily without hurting your opponent.

They can also be used in punching drills where your opponent might be punching your gloves held against your face.

 

 

Best Training Gloves Boxing

For training, we recommend the Everlast elite pro style training gloves. Everlast are a huge name in boxing and these have been developed over many versions through the years and the gloves that you get today are among the best on the market.

They offer extra reinforcement for the wrists, they fit the hands and thumb perfectly and also have a mesh palm for breathability to ensure your comfort and that they don’t get too smelly overtime.

They also come in loads of different colors, I personally like the Black and Yellow but there are tons to choose from and they won’t set you back a fortune, costing only $30.

They are durable and come with premium synthetic leather and they also have thousands of positive reviews on Amazon, so check them out today if you’re looking for a quality training glove and they also have every size available from 8oz to 16 oz.

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Best Sparring Gloves For Boxing

I used to use twins boxing gloves for sparring and they were pretty good, they have lots of padding. I recently switched to the venom elite sparring gloves and I found them to be one of the best on the market.

They have triple density foam, to protect your opponent and hands, they have a mesh palm for breathability and a large velcro strap making them perfect for all sports even if you want to Clinch in Muay Thai or MMA as well as boxing.

These are handmade in Thailand with skintex leather, advanced shock absorption to protect your knuckles and wrist and they come in a range of different colors with really strong branding.

I’m not the only one to say that venom is producing the best gloves on the market today, they have thousands of positive reviews.

The Elite Gloves cost about $70 and if you want to synthetic version you can go with the contender gloves for about $40.

You can also get every size from 10 oz to 16 oz and these are well known as some of the hottest gloves on the market today.

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