Weight Lifting Gloves

[mountaineer]

I've noticed during strength training workouts that you and your crew where gloves that seem to have more support for the wrist than the gloves that I typically see in stores (and of which I own a pair). I'm having trouble, mostly during flys and bench presses, keeping my wrist from turning and I was wondering if the gloves you use help with that, or if they are longer for some other reason? I can keep my wrists straight as long as I really concentrate but if there are gloves out there that might help I think I'd like to try a pair.

And I just want to say thanks so much for everything you do. I've only been working out with your DVDs for about seven months but I am just shocked at the difference they have made in so many areas of my life!

 

[catwoman]

I have weight lifting gloves that wrap around the wrists a couple of times. This helps with keeping my wrists stable, but if I use weights that are too heavy for me, all the wrist wraps in the world won't help. Make sure you aren't lifting too much weight first, then head out to a good fitness goods store (Dick's Sporting Goods, or any number of other local places - we have a BGI fitness in Indianapolis that carries excellent fitness equipment and accessories) to pick up a pair of gloves that wrap around your wrist. You might even be able to find these gloves at a Bally Fitness Center or Gold's Gym (or other gym).