PERSONAL EQUIPMENT HANDWRAPS

This is probably the most important piece of equipment
any boxer ever uses. The number one health reason
that a boxer quits boxing is a hand injury. As indicated
earlier, there are 26 small, delicate bones in every
human hand, and they take a huge amount of impact
during every workout. Handwraps are the first line of
defense against injury. There are several styles available.
Some are slightly elastic. Others are for smaller hands.
Your personal needs will determine what works best
for you.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
Classic Handwraps—Ultimate Handwraps
Mexican Handwraps—Junior Handwraps

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
WIPSS Jaw Joint Protector—Super Guard
The Shock Doctor—Black Beauty
Double Guard—Single Guard
GROIN PROTECTOR
The “cup” is another vital
piece of equipment. Many
styles and designs provide
a large variety of personal
protection needs. Some
of the larger designs not
only protect the groin
and the lower abdomen,
but also the hips and
upper abdomen. Ringside
also offers specific protectors
for women. The Female Groin-
Abdominal Protector provides
additional coverage for women’s hips and kidneys.
There are also chest protectors that aid in the defense
against chest blows and help protect the sternum.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
Ultimate Classic No Foul Protector—No Foul
Protector—Groin Abdominal Protector—Mexican Style
No Foul Protector—Female No Foul Protector
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
As you become more
proficient in this sport, you
will probably want to expand
on your personal gear as well
as your competition gear.
Things like shoes, trunks,
competition headgear and
robes are some of the things
you may consider as you
progress. Ringside offers a
complete line of personal
equipment in our latest
catalog.

PUNCH MITTS
As we mentioned in an earlier section of the manual,
punch mitts are a very effective and necessary tool
for any gym. They are used to work on offensive
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techniques and conditioning. They should have a thick,
foam padded target area with a secure glove on the
back to provide stability. It is also important that they
be long enough to protect the wrist.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
Traditional Punch Mitts—Panther Punch Mitts—Ultra
Light Punch Mitts—Air Mitts
COACH SPAR MITTS
We discussed the advantages of Coach Spar Mitts for
your workout. The added option of teaching defense
makes these mitts a real plus for your gym.
SUPER BODY PROTECTOR
This piece of equipment is very helpful for teaching
body punching without the coach suffering the
consequences. This product gives your athlete the
ability to actually throw body punches at the body. The
use of the Heavy Hitter Pad will help protect you from
even the biggest punches.
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
Some additional equipment that you will find very
helpful includes the Maize Ball for learning to slip
punches, the Slip Stick for mobility and defense, and
the Heavybag Attachment for more punching options.
There are many more great tools that are all explained
in detail in our catalog.