Gym gloves
Fitness gloves or weightlifting gloves are often referred to as Gym Gloves which are small sized gloves with open fingers, which makes them ideal for weightlifting and fitness training. These gloves are designed to prevent calluses and blisters from repeated gripping and grabbing various exercise equipment. Some are also designed to provide protection to athlete’s wrists from strain and offer cushioning for the palms. Gym gloves are generally categorized by their durability, support, and flexibility.
History of Gym Gloves
The history of gym gloves or weightlifting gloves go a long way back but became more popular with the inclusion of the sport since the Olympic Games in Athens (1896). Today, almost all the professional and amateur athletes use gym gloves for best performance and safety.
Although it was William Steward Halsted (chief surgeon at Johns Hopkins Hospital), in 1889, who first invented rubber gloves for preventative measures, the history of fitness gloves date back to the early Greeks and Romans. These type of gloves are usually fingerless gloves, used primarily to carry weighted objects, and were made using fine leather, velvet, or silk. With time, fitness gloves have evolved and now a special kind of padding is also incorporated to protect hands from various injuries.
Types
Usually, leather and nylon material is used in the manufacturing, the glove design differs according to their use. Some gloves include neoprene lining to keep hands cool. Some gloves cover the palms while others keep them open. Some gloves are designed to leave fingers open. Some gloves are built with removable weights while others have weights sewn into them. All the gloves use a Velcro hook and loop closure. The best kind of weightlifting gloves are hand-crafted to offer a perfect fit. Those gloves are the most comfortable and if the right material is used, they are sturdy.
- Full fingered gloves
As the name suggests, these gloves cover full fingers as compared with short-finger or fingerless designs. If used, these type of gloves can prolong your workout session. They are mostly used for cycling, but as more and more people are going towards fitness gyms, they are the most commonly used gym gloves.
- Fingerless gloves
These gloves are also referred as short finger gloves, are used for better grip by exposing fingers. It gives you the dexterity needed when grabbing hold of bars. Very useful in hot and humid conditions to avoid sweating in hands. They are the second most used gym gloves. They also make the bare metal of the weight bars easier on the skin.
Our selection of Gym Gloves
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Sale!not rated £9.99 – £12.45
Fitness-Mad Women’s Cross Training Gloves
Soft padded almara leather palm which offers great comfort and a good grip
Half finger design with pull off tabs for easy removal
Two layers stretch-spandex back, for breathability -
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Grip Power Pads Weight Lifting Grips The Alternative To Gym Gloves | Workout Gloves No Slip Padded Gloves Bodybuilding | Men Workout Grip Pad Neoprene Padded Lifting Pads
The World’s Newest PATENTED Anti-Slip Hand Grip Technology, Superior To Typical Gym Gloves. MAXIMIZE YOUR WORKOUT POTENTIAL.
The Grip Power Pads NEO model is made of a Neoprene material.
* Secure your weights with specially designed textile material * Full Coverage palm protection -
Sale!not rated £11.99 – £14.99
RDX Gym Weight Lifting Gloves Workout Fitness Crossfit Bodybuilding Powerlifting Breathable Wrist Support Strength Training Exercise
Amara with cowhide leather piping makes these weightlifting gloves highly durable and long-lasting
Anatomically curved finger design with gel padded fingers and padded palm for cushioning against rod or bar
Easy on/off Velcro strap keeps the gloves firmly in place -
Sale!not rated £19.07 – £19.99
RDX Leather Men’s Gym Weight Lifting Gloves Cross Training Bodybuilding Fitness Workout
Resilient and highly durable authentic NAPPA cowhide leather made weightlifting gloves
Exclusive gripping material on palm coupled with gel padding provides shock-absorbent hold on weights when lifting.
Shell-Shock gel lined padding with exclusive grip provides hold and cushioning for heavy lifting -
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RDX Men’s Gym Weight Lifting Gloves 3.5″ Strap Cross Training Bodybuilding Fitness Workout
100% authentic cowhide leather makes these weightlifting gloves durable for a long-lasting life
Palms are infused with gel foam padding to ensure comfy cushioning while lifting heavy weights
Four-way stretch fabric allows comfy movement within glove and makes them breathable£21.24£16.99 -
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RDX Men’s Gym Weight Lifting Gloves Cross Training Bodybuilding Fitness Workout
Durable weightlifting gloves are made from machine washable Amara
Velcro wrist-strap for easy on/off application
Heavy duty stretch panels and breathable fabric on the back for dryness and comfort£17.99£12.99 -
Sale!not rated £9.80 – £11.49
RDX Training Boxing Inner Gloves Hand Wraps MMA Fist Protector Bandages Mitts
Woven CF F fabric with thumb hole and extra cards stitching at each finger holes
Shell Shock Gel Bag combined with aero foam padding at the cuff area
75 cm long wrist fastening strap for extra firmness and support -
Sale!not rated £14.99 – £23.99
RDX Weight Lifting Gloves Gym Fitness Crossfit Workout Bodybuilding Powerlifting Exercise Cowhide Leather Breathable Wrist Support Strength Training
Exclusive cow hide Leather weight lifting gloves offers a shiny, contemporary and modernistic look and is unbelievably durable
Amara fabric with 4-way stretch fabric is breathable and conforms to intricate hand movements
Spongy Blacktop fabric inside thumb cushions against pressure during heavy lifts -
Sale!not rated £9.99 – £10.99
RDX Weight Lifting Wrist Wraps Gym Straps Crossfit Bodybuilding Power Training Workout Exercise
Constructed from a heavy blend cotton-eglantine for maximum support and longevity
Extra wide hook and loop closure with extra length Velcro to ensure they never shift
Thumb loop for easy/quick wrap -
Sale!not rated £7.99 – £13.49
RDX Women’s Weight Lifting Gym Gloves Crossfit Training Ladies Bodybuilding Fitness Exercise
Special finger loops offer maximum comfort and finger flexibility
Non-slip palm Gel pad provides optimum grip and palm cushioning
Velcro wrist closure keeps wrists stronger and secure fit -
Sale!not rated £29.28 – £35.00
The North Face Men’s Etip Outdoor Gloves
Etip – Touch screen compatible
4-way stretch fabric for improved mobility
5 Dimensional Fit ensure consistent sizing -
Sale!not rated £24.43 – £29.99
The North Face Men’s Power Stretch Outdoor Gloves
An all-around necessity for winter activities like snowshoeing, nordic skiing, snowboarding and ideal for layering
Wind Proof
Five dimensional fit ensures consistent sizing, four-way stretch fabric hugs your hands