The Ancient Greeks used strips of oxhide softened with olive oil, called himantes , to wrap their hands. Boxing was outlawed in Rome after C.
So, it went underground, and bare-knuckle matches became the norm. In , a rudimentary padded glove was used during training but was not used in professional fights.
That changed in when the 9th Marquess of Queensberry, John Douglas, endorsed the code of modern boxing. Gloves were finally considered normal boxing equipment. From the 19th century up to the s hand wrapping became popular.
In the s it became the standard for glove boxing to protect the hands. In the s, gauze and tape became the norm for hand wrapping. With the invention of masking tape, boxers had the ability for the first time to have an adhesive to secure the gauze. The purpose of hand wrapping has a few objectives. The hand structure consists of small joints and small bones that are fragile and subject to fracture from the impact of repetitive punches.
Hand wrapping also protects the tendons, muscles and cushions the impact of the wrist. The second purpose of the hand wrap is to keep the loose or moving joints in place. It provides restriction for these joints, so the shock is absorbed and redistributed across the entire hand.
If your joints are moving around when the fist makes contact with an object, a fracture could occur. Additionally, there could also be other injuries to the tendons and muscles. These injuries could interfere with your everyday activities. Mexican wraps are semi-elastic and are also acceptable wraps for you to use. However, they will break down faster than cotton wraps.
Using too much tape and gauze can cause a problem for a fighter. Tape and gauze are porous and can allow moisture to seep through. Another mistake you can make is not understanding the anatomical structures of the hand when wrapping them. Also, be mindful of your medical history when wrapping. Any injuries or other hand, wrist or finger issues should be addressed before wrapping to better protect them. Another benefit is that you can train with enough confidence to hit as hard as you possibly can without having to worry about injuries.
This gets you in the habit and makes for a much better boxer. There are really only two main types of hand wraps; professional hand wraps and training hand wraps. Professional hand wraps are most commonly seen in fights but can also be seen among many high-level fighters during training. Professional hand wraps usually consist of layers of tape and thin gauze, which is often applied by a trainer or cornerman. When it comes to training hand wraps, there are a few different options.
Some hand wraps offer a bit of a stretch to them, meaning they fit the hand tighter and often form to the shape of the hand a lot closer. Then some hand wraps are non-stretch, which are usually made with thicker material, fitting slightly differently without the risk of being too tight. Both types of boxing hand wraps will do a great job protecting your hands, so the fit is really down to what you prefer. In addition to the length of the hand wrap, you should also consider the width.
Two inches is standard for a boxing hand wrap width, but you can find some brands offering thicker or thinner widths. Pro Tip: If you fasten your hand wraps with velcro, wider wraps will provide you with more grip. There are a ton of different ways to wrap your hands , depending on how tight you want it and whether you are comfortable wrapping between each one of your fingers. After every single class, throw your boxing hand wraps in the washer with your regular clothes using a garment bag.
After the wash cycle, throw the same garment bag with your hand wraps right into the dryer. You can wash multiple hand wraps at once in a garment bag. Just be sure to wrap them up after they come out of the dryer, so the next time you unroll them to wrap your hands next, they will be oh-so-fresh! Also, that extra stretch can allow for a more secure wrap.
The benefits that come from wrapping your hands are actually built into every pair of Hayabusa T3 Boxing Gloves. A good glove is the first line and most important line of defense when it comes to preventing injuries. Hand wraps are added insurance. We hold a number of patents for these features that actively stop hand injuries from occurring! Ever wonder why your thumb is attached to the glove in a pair of Hayabusa T3 Boxing Gloves?
The thumb placement is specifically designed with the best ergonomics, keeping your fist locked in. Even the pocket has been engineered for the right fit, keeping your hands from moving around in the glove. This complex, which is exclusive to Hayabusa, increases the performance, comfort and consistency of our gloves to give you an unmatched level of protection with every punch. All of these features working in unison inside the Hayabusa T3 Boxing Gloves have been proven in University of Waterloo studies to maintain
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