What more does boxing offer than to satisfy the animal within us? The answer to that is boxing, in its own glory is much more than the temporary adrenaline and epinephrine offerings of chaotic fights. It has its own rhythmically timed rounds, its aesthetic and science-backed shape of the ring, and vigorous yet well-studied constructions. Lastly, to add to its list of tasteful characteristics is the fighter’s attire which serves not only the purpose of the fight but also, if worn and cared for in a proper way, helps maintain the equilibrium in the wearer’s biomechanics and can ensure the boxing match is almost choreographed by an artist. While on the attire of the boxer, the first accessory or the ultimate boxing gear is the gloves of the boxer.
Boxing gloves are also the oldest accessory of boxing with headgear being mandatory only very recently. They were primarily studded and spiked to injure the opponent but we can say we’re lucky it’s built to protect the fighter and his/her opponent. If you have read this far, you must be a boxer by heart and are wondering what the big fuzz is about the glove. To be honest, after choosing the perfect gloves for you, how to wear boxing gloves should be a serious consideration as it helps not only to protect your fist but also to land perfect, measured, less bloody and less brutal punches on your opponent. So let’s follow a bite-sized step by step guide on how to put on boxing gloves:
So, there you go! You’re geared up with the ultimate weapon and look! Give all what you’ve got and box on!