Okay, so I just got these brand new boxing gloves, and man, were they stiff! I knew I had to break them in before really using them. Here’s what I did, and let me tell you, it worked like a charm.
First Round: Wearing Them Around
The first thing I did was pretty simple, I just started wearing them around the house. Yeah, I probably looked a bit silly, but who cares? I wore them while watching TV, doing chores, you name it. I even slept in them one night. It sounds crazy, but it really helped to get my body heat and natural oils working on that stiff leather.
Second Round: Light Bag Work
After a few days of just wearing them, I took them to the gym. I started with some light bag work. I didn’t go all out, just some easy jabs and crosses. The key here was to focus on proper form and not worry about power. This started to loosen up the gloves and shape them to my hands.
- I spent about 15-20 minutes on the bag, a few times a week.
- I made sure to flex my hands and make fists inside the gloves while hitting the bag.
Final Round: Patience and Time
Honestly, the biggest part of breaking in these gloves was just time. It took a couple of weeks of consistent use, but gradually, they started to feel amazing. They molded perfectly to my hands, and the leather softened up nicely. Now, they feel like a second skin, and I can punch with way more comfort and power.
So that’s my story of how I broke in my boxing gloves. It wasn’t rocket science, but it definitely required some patience and effort. Trust me, it’s worth it to have gloves that fit perfectly and feel great!
