Gym Gloves
Weightlifting gloves are gloves worn by weightlifters. These gloves provide extra grip strength to the wearer by mitigating friction from the bar and to reduce the potential for injury. Types of gloves Half-fingered gloves with wrist pads The most common type of weightlifting gloves. They may provide more stability and support to the wrists and reduce calluses. Depending on the material, they may be less breathable. Full finger gloves These gloves cover the entire surface of the hand including the palms and fingers. They help protect the entire hand but may be less breathable than half finger or fingerless gloves, depending on their material. They often come with a wrist strap for support. Fingerless gloves with an extended pad and wrist support Offers similar support to half-fingered gloves. They may offer more flexibility, and are open to the back of the hand. Grip pads This type of glove only covers the palm of the hand, which may help prevent sweating and slipping. So ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Weightlifter
Weightlifting or weight lifting generally refers to physical exercises and sports in which people lift weights, often in the form of dumbbells, barbells or machines. People engage in weightlifting for a variety of different reasons. These can include: developing physical strength; promoting health and fitness; competing in weightlifting sports; and developing a muscular and aesthetic physique. Olympic weightlifting is a specific type of weightlifting sport practiced at the Olympic Games, commonly referred to simply as "weightlifting". Other weightlifting sports include stone lifting, powerlifting, kettlebell lifting, and para powerlifting—the weightlifting sport practiced at the Paralympic Games. Different weightlifting sports may be distinguished by the different ways of lifting a weight, and/or the objects lifted. Weightlifting events are key elements of strength athletics. Weight training is weightlifting to develop physical strength and/or a muscular physique. It i ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |