There are numerous steps you can take to keep your boxing gloves in good working order and in the best shape possible. One critical way is by keeping them clean, moisture free, and well deodorized.
Various glove deodorizers will help maintain the longevity and integrity of your gloves and should be one of the primary glove accessories you keep with you at the gym. Some deodorizers come in spray form, while others are used as inserts that can be applied in between workouts. Both can be effective if they are used properly and frequently.
Sprays are designed to reduce bacteria, help prevent mold, and improve conditions that will allow your gloves to last longer.
Inserts also improve drying time while decreasing the conditions where bacteria and mold are most likely to thrive.
Both types of glove accessories and their approaches will help extend the life of your gloves. Drier gloves, free from sweat, oil, mold, and bacteria are more comfortable and healthier for the athlete.
Other glove accessories that impact the quality and performance of your gear are boxing gloves laces. Replacing your boxing gloves laces after extended use will eliminate some of the dirt, oil, and blood that the fabric naturally retains. The less of these undesirable substances your boxing gloves laces absorb, the less cross-contamination will occur with the rest of your gloves.
Another approach you can take to deodorize most effectively is the way you handle your gloves and gear post workout. Never leave your sweaty gloves and gear in a closed locker or equipment bag after a training session. Allow everything to completely air out and fully dry after a workout. This will help reduce bacteria, mold, and mildew by creating a less desirable environment for them to thrive and flourish in.
Overall, the cleaner and better maintained you keep your gloves, the longer they will last so you can get in the rounds you need.
FAQs
We offer a variety of items to help such as glove deodorizers, sprays, and glove dryers to keep your gloves smelling fresh.
We do offer additional knuckle protection such as GEL quick wraps and GEL knuckle donuts that you can wear with your wraps and under your gloves to help soften the impact.
We recommend using lace for sparring and training. It is best to have your trainer tie them for you or add a set of Velcro gloves to use for mitt/bag work. We also have a hook & loop converter, found here that you can attach to your lace gloves to convert them to Velcro, which gives you the best of both.
You can. We offer both steel glove weights and a GEL weighted glove attachment. Both are good for adding weight to your glove.
