Gym Gloves Fitness & Weight Lifting Gloves

Wrists are the joint that fails first on a heavy press. Weight lifting gloves with wrist support wrap that joint before it becomes the reason you rack the bar early.

How the wrist support works

The rubberised stretchy wrap material acts like extra ligaments and tendons when your wrist is bent backward during a lift. That reduces the chance of a wrist injury while you are pressing or pushing heavy.

Long nylon tape straps wrap around any size of wrist and hold the glove firmly on your hand throughout a heavy set. As a result nothing slips at the exact moment you need the grip most.

Half-finger, breathable fabric

The gloves are made from breathable fabric that sends moisture out quickly, so your hands stay dry and comfortable even after continuous training. The fabric is soft, absorbent and has strong air permeability.

Half-finger construction means you keep full dexterity. You can adjust collars, check your phone or grip a bar directly without pulling the gloves off, and your fingertips stay cool.

Support beyond the gym

Wrist sleeves are designed to help support stiff and sore muscles, tendons and joints. Many people wear these for stretching work and general training as much as for maximal lifts.

Meanwhile the moisture-absorbing fabric reduces odour, which is more of a factor than most people admit with training gloves.

Weight lifting gloves with wrist support specifications

• Type: half-finger training gloves with integrated wrist support
• Wrist strap: long nylon tape, fits any wrist size
• Fabric: breathable, moisture-wicking, absorbent
• Function: non-slip wristband, wrist protection and support
• Classification: fitness sports training
• Gender: neutral — male and female

Getting the fit right

Gloves should feel snug when new; the material gives a little in the first week. Wrap the wrist strap firmly but not so tight that it restricts blood flow — you should be able to slide a finger underneath.

Hand wash in cold water and dry in the shade. Heat is what hardens the padding and shortens the life of the straps.

Who they suit

Anyone pressing, pushing or holding a bar overhead, and anyone whose wrists have started complaining. They suit men and women equally, and they are a sensible first purchase alongside a barbell.

Pair them with our barbells, or browse the rest of our gym accessories.

Price in Kenya

They are KSh 1,200, down from KSh 1,500. Buying separate gloves and wrist wraps costs several times that.

Common questions

Do weight lifting gloves with wrist support really prevent injury?

They reduce the risk by limiting how far the wrist bends back under load. They are support, not armour — technique still matters most.

Will they fit small wrists?

Yes. The long nylon straps wrap to any wrist size.

Are they suitable for women?

Yes, the fit is neutral and designed for both men and women.

Will my hands get hot?

Less than with full gloves. The half-finger cut and breathable fabric are specifically there to keep your hands dry.