Weight lifting can cause calluses, blisters, and sore hands and wrists. This can be avoided by using a properly-fitted glove made specifically for weight lifting. Weight lifting gloves also aid in gripping the weights when your hands get sweaty and slippery. Knowing how to use these gloves properly will increase the enjoyment and effectiveness of your workout.
Step 1
Put the weight lifting gloves on. Insert your hand into the glove, pulling it comfortably up and onto the hand. The padded side of the glove goes on the palm of the hand. The palm is the only portion of the hand that is covered--the fingers remain bare. Fasten the Velcro straps so they are snug but not tight. Some gloves fasten across the back of the hand or wrist, while others wrap entirely around the wrist and fasten.
Step 2
Position the weights comfortably in your hands when using free weights, or comfortably grip the machine handles when using weight machines. Weight lifting gloves provide a barrier between you and the weights. They protect your hands when using weight machines, dumbbells, weight bars, universal machines and cables. They are also useful when performing crunches, step-ups and lunges with weights. The gloves absorb sweat and moisture, allowing you to push, pull and grip without fear of dropping the heavy weight due to slippery, wet hands.
Step 3
Check the gloves throughout the workout to ensure they are snug and not creased. Whether using dumbbells, free weights or weight machines, the gloves need to be free of creases and wrinkles in the leather or neoprene when gripping the weights so that blisters do not form.
Tips and Warnings
- When purchasing weight lifting gloves, make sure they fit snugly but are still comfortable. The gloves will stretch over time.
- Weight lifting gloves will not lower the impact of a weight dropped on the hand.
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