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Cotton hand wraps have always been the traditional way to protect a boxer’s hands, but it is very time-consuming; gel wraps and inner gloves for boxing have become very popular. What is a Hand Wrap in Boxing? Crossing the top of your hand, wind the wrap through your last two fingers (your pinky and ring finger). Re-wind the wrap around to your wrist, and stretch diagonally across to go between the next set of fingers (ring finger and middle finger). One final pass goes between your index and middle fingers.

If you are a boxer with larger hands or you are sparring you should choose longer lengths for your wraps. If you have a smaller hand or are training alone or shadowboxing, shorter lengths will be the better option for your hand wraps. Hand wraps are the most crucial part of your foray into boxing, both to prevent injury and to avoid discomfort. Whether you’re in the gym or the ring, choosing the right hand wraps and wrapping them correctly can affect both your hitting ability and your recovery. Traditional Cloth Wraps: These can be applied by yourself and are constructed of thin, typically slightly flexible cloth. They can be any length, but generally speaking, the longer ones are preferable because they offer more wrapping and rigidity (depending on hand size). Now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s take a look at the pros and cons of each option. Boxing Hand Wraps: Pros

Boxing wraps are essential. There is no question about that. You want your hand wraps to be durable, protective and comfortable on your hands and wrists. The same is true with hand wraps under boxing gloves. Hand wraps provide that extra bit of comfort and support to help reduce the likelihood of injuring your hands while boxing. Use the cloth to encircle your wrist until it feels tight. This should be after around three wraps. Do make sure though that the cloth around your wrists is not too tight.

You could also look at elastic hand wraps which are much more stretchy than their reusable cloth counterparts. These are better as they are more flexible and will conform to your hands as you box . Different Types of Hand Wraps for Boxing?

What do Boxing Wraps do?

With traditional wraps, Wilking recommends that you seek out a professional to show you exactly the right way to wrap and stay wrapped. If you're using glove wraps, it's easier for you to secure your wrists on your own. IMPORTANT. For all amateur level bouts you can only use certain types/lengths. ALL boxers must wear Crepe type bandages or AIBA approved wraps when competing. A bandage must not be longer than 4.5 metres and not shorter than 2.5 metres. The bandage should be 5.7cm (2 in.) wide. NO OTHER KIND OF BANDAGES MAY BE USED. The use of any kind of tapes, rubber or adhesive plaster as bandages, is strictly forbidden. A single strap of adhesive must not exceed 7.6 cms (3 in.) long in length and 2.5 cms (1 in.) wide, but in no case to exceed 5cm width may be used on the upper wrist to secure the bandages. These are good standard wraps and are available from a number of top brands, such as Everlast, and come in a variety of different lengths and colour options. Cloth wraps are between 180 and 210 inches long and generally, the more protection you want, the longer you want the cloth so you have more material to wrap your hands. To wrap your hands with boxing wraps, start by laying out the wrap on a flat surface. Place your hand on top of the wrap and begin with your wrist, wrapping the wrap in an upwards motion towards your elbow. Make sure to apply even pressure as you wrap and overlap the wrap by about half its width each time. Once you reach the top of your arm, secure the wrap with a knot. Next, repeat the same process on your other hand. Lastly, finish the wrap off with a secure knot at the wrist. With the correct technique, your hands should be well supported and protected during your boxing session. Boxers are required to wear a number of important pieces of gear prior to their first fight. Wrapping your hands will protect them from injury, as well as protect the tendons and ligaments of your hands. You can also use it to force your opponent’s fist to the target. There are several different types of wraps available. It is commonly used to wrap boxing matches in a gauze and tape combination, according to the rules. Because the technique used is different and requires a partner to assist, it is not practical for everyday use. Wrap it up and roll it around.