What To Look For
Two problems with lifting weights are bad grips from sweaty palms and the development of large calluses on your hands. Wearing gloves when lifting ensures a solid grip on the weights and helps you avoid the growth of calluses. Harbinger makes many great weight lifting gloves, particularly the Harbinger Pro.
Common Pitfalls
Many people are under the impression weightlifting gloves will allow them to lift more, but this isn't true. Weightlifting gloves can decrease wrist pressure, prevent calluses and give you a better grip, but they cannot give you the ability to lift more weights than you are capable of lifting.
Where To Buy
Most sporting goods stores will carry Harbinger Pro weightlifting gloves among many brands. Check stores such as Sports Authority or Big 5 to see if the are in stock. The Harbinger website also has a list of retailers selling their products.
Cost
Given how long as most weightlifting gloves last, prices are reasonable and vary widely depending on the type you purchase. The average price in September 2010 is generally between $10 and $20, and if you find a good, solid, leather pair, they can last you several years.
Accessories
Harbinger sells many accessories that go can go along with the weightlifting gloves and help keep you safe and in shape, including the Antimicrobial Treated Speed Rope and the Big Grip "No-Slip" Padded Lifting Strap, which is designed to cushion the wrist during heavy lifting
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