Ultimate Beginners Guide to Boxing Gloves

We’ve been away for a while, but we’re finally back with a full beginner's guide to boxing gloves. This video covers everything you need to know before buying a pair: construction, materials, padding, sizing, pricing, and the major brands. It’s a long video because we wanted to include every piece of information we’ve learned over the years, but we added timestamps so you can jump to what you need. If you’re new to boxing, Muay Thai, kickboxing, or just looking for your next pair of gloves, this should give you a clear starting point. 0:00 Intro 0:36 Purpose of Gloves 1:23 Anatomy of a Glove 1:52 Lace-up vs Velcro 3:55 Glove Lining 5:04 Styles of Gloves (boxing, muay thai, kickboxing / mma) 8:42 Use-Case Categories (Sparring gloves, Bag Gloves, All-purpose gloves) 10:52 Materials (Leather, Synthetic Leather, Vinyl) 12:47 Padding (Foam, Horsehair, Gel) 16:05 Sizing and Weight 19:42 Cost and Price Points 24:00 Country Gloves of Manufacture 27:55 Brands 32:14 Outro