Alright, so the other day I was going through my sports gear and stumbled upon my old MMA gloves. It got me thinking, how much do these things actually weigh? And more specifically, how many ounces are they? So, I decided to do a little digging and here’s what I found out.
First off, I grabbed my gloves and took a good look at them. I noticed they didn’t have the weight printed on them like some boxing gloves do. That meant I had to figure out another way to determine their weight. I remembered reading somewhere that MMA gloves are a bit different from boxing gloves in how they’re sized. They all weigh roughly the same, but are designed to fit different hand sizes.
Measuring My Hand
So, my next move was to measure my hand. I got a measuring tape and wrapped it around my hand, just below the knuckles, to get the circumference. I made a note of the measurement, figuring it would come in handy later.
Research Time
Next, I hopped online to see what I could find out about MMA glove weights. It turns out there’s a lot of info out there, but not all of it is super clear. I found out that most MMA gloves used in professional fights are around 4 ounces, but training gloves can be heavier, like 6 or 8 ounces. This got me thinking that my gloves, which I used for training, might be on the heavier side.
Weighing the Gloves
To get a precise weight, I used my kitchen scale. I placed one glove on the scale, and it read about 7 ounces. Doing a quick check, I confirmed that both gloves were about the same weight. I figured this must be a common weight for training gloves, considering they need to provide more padding and protection than the lighter competition gloves.
Putting It All Together
After all this, I realized that the weight of MMA gloves isn’t just about the number on the scale. It’s also about how they fit and the level of protection they offer. It seems like my 7-ounce gloves are pretty standard for training purposes, striking a good balance between being heavy enough to protect my hands and light enough to let me move quickly.
Final Thoughts
This little experiment was pretty interesting. It’s cool to know how the gear we use is designed and what goes into choosing the right equipment. For anyone getting into MMA, it’s good to remember that the weight of your gloves matters, but it’s also about how they fit your hands and suit your training needs. Don’t just go for the lightest or heaviest option; think about what’s going to work best for you.
- Key takeaways from my little project:
- MMA glove weights can vary, especially between competition and training gloves.
- Measuring your hand can help you figure out what size glove you need.
- Training gloves are generally heavier to offer more protection.
- My gloves turned out to be around 7 ounces, which seems pretty common for training.
So, there you have it. That’s my little adventure into figuring out the weight of my MMA gloves. Hope this was helpful for you guys!
