Boxing training has so many benefits, however we need to take care of our hands.
- Wrap hands with care — focus on protecting the knuckles, wrist, and thumb. Take your time to wrap well. Wash your wraps regularly to prevent bacteria forming in your gloves.
- Use proper gloves. Gloves should have adequate padding on the knuckles, and fit your hand well. A snug glove will be most comfortable. Consider the design — your finger tips shouldn’t be cramped, and your thumb shouldn’t feel like it’s in a bind. Dry your gloves after use to prevent bacteria forming in the gloves.
- Strike targets with your wrist and elbow behind the fist. Make contact straight, not hyperextended. Keep your hand closed when making contact.
- Build your tolerance for impact. Condition your hands for impact gradually. Don’t show up on the first day and hit targets as hard as you can.
- If it hurts, stop, especially if it’s a sharp pain. There are plenty of things to do in the gym if you have hand pain. For example, you can shadow box. If you experience a “bad” or “worrisome” pain, stop. Better to take a little caution than to cause a full injury because you weren’t listening to your body.
Take care of your hands, and your hands will take care of you!
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