Alright, let’s talk about what oz boxing gloves you should use for sparring. This is something I’ve been messing around with for a while, and I’ve got some thoughts to share.
So, I started out like everyone else, not really knowing what I was doing. I just grabbed some gloves, I think they were 12 oz, and jumped into sparring. Big mistake! I quickly realized that these gloves were way too light. I felt every punch, and I’m pretty sure my sparring partners did too. Not cool.
Then, I did a little digging, asked around, and everyone seemed to say that 16 oz gloves are the way to go for sparring. The idea is that they’ve got more padding, so they’re safer. You’re less likely to hurt yourself or the other guy. Makes sense, right?
- I went ahead and got myself a pair of 16 oz gloves.
- First time using them, it felt weird. They were heavier, a bit clunkier.
- But, I noticed a big difference in terms of protection.
- My hands felt a lot safer, and I wasn’t as worried about accidentally hurting my sparring partner.
Now, I’ve heard some folks say that 14 oz gloves are fine for sparring too, especially if they’re made with softer padding. I tried a friend’s 14 oz gloves once, and they were okay, but I still prefer the 16 oz ones. It’s just a personal preference, I guess. I feel like with the 16oz gloves, I can go a bit harder without having to worry too much. It’s like, they give you that extra bit of confidence to really work on your technique.
My Takeaway
If you’re serious about sparring and you want to do it right, 16 oz gloves are the way to go. They might feel a bit heavy at first, but you get used to them. And trust me, your hands and your sparring partners will thank you. That’s just my two cents from what I’ve experienced. Hope this helps you out!
