Boxing Glossary · Equipment
Long strips of fabric wound around the hands and wrists before putting on boxing gloves. Hand wraps protect the small bones of the hand, support the wrist, and keep the knuckle padding of the glove in place. Wrapping correctly is an essential skill - badly wrapped hands can lead to injury during training or competition.
Coaches use this word as practical shorthand. Learn the meaning here, then connect it to the relevant training or class context in the Learn hub.
If the term comes up in class and you are unsure how it applies to you, ask a coach before trying to force it into sparring or pad work.
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