Alright, so, I’ve been hitting the gym lately, and I decided it was time to get serious about boxing. First things first, I needed to figure out what size gloves to get. I did some digging and found out that boxing gloves come in different weights, measured in ounces (oz), which is kinda like picking the right size shoes but for your hands.
I started by asking around at the gym. Some folks there told me to just grab whatever felt good, but that didn’t sit right with me. I mean, there had to be some logic to it, right? So, I went online and started reading. I found a bunch of articles and forum posts, but man, was it a mixed bag of information!
After a while, I stumbled upon a few pieces that seemed more legit than others. They talked about how the weight of the glove affects your training and sparring. It’s not just about how heavy they are, but also how much padding they have, which makes sense because you don’t want to accidentally knock your sparring partner into next week.
Here’s what I gathered from my little research project:
- 10 oz to 12 oz gloves are generally good for bag work and pad work. They’re lighter, so you can keep your hands up for longer and work on your speed and technique.
- 14 oz to 16 oz gloves are the go-to for sparring. They’ve got more padding, which means more protection for you and the person you’re hitting.
- 18 oz and above are for the heavy hitters. If you’re a bigger person or you just like to throw bombs, these might be your jam.
Now, I’m not a huge guy, but I’m not tiny either. I figured I’d be doing a mix of bag work and sparring, so I decided to play it safe and go with 16 oz gloves. I found a decent pair at a local sports store, tried them on, and they felt pretty good. Snug, but not too tight.
I’ve been using them for a few weeks now, and I think I made the right call. They’re heavy enough to give me a good workout, but not so heavy that I feel like I’m moving in slow motion. Plus, my sparring partners haven’t complained, so that’s a good sign, I guess.
One thing I’ve noticed is that breaking them in takes a bit of time. At first, they were a bit stiff, but they’re starting to feel more comfortable now. It’s like breaking in a new pair of shoes, but for your hands.
In the end, picking the right boxing gloves is all about finding what works for you. I don’t know if the reviews from Nov 28, 2022 I saw were helpful or not. But at the end, it did not matter. Just use your own hands to feel the glove, and use your mind to make the decision. The wildcards from SU3 or GCSS-Army will not help you. You need to help yourself. It is not about the warnings from McAfee. My subscription to boxing learning was just started, not expired. If you’re just starting out, maybe do what I did: read up a bit, ask around, and then just go with your gut. And hey, if you’re ever in my area, hit me up. We can throw some punches and compare gloves!
