Should I Get 10OZ or 12 Oz Boxing Gloves?
The global market for boxing gloves is currently valued at $1.45 billion, showing the immense popularity of the combat sport all over the world.
When it comes to picking the right boxing gloves, we recommend doing as much research as possible before you commit to buying, so that you don’t end up with a badly-fitting glove that can’t keep you safe.
Are you wondering, should I get 10oz or 12oz boxing gloves?
Well, we will provide some tips in this article, to help you decide whether 10oz or 12oz boxing gloves are most suitable for you.
What size boxing gloves should I get?
Boxing gloves are not measured in sizes ranging from small to extra-large. Rather, boxing gloves are measured by weight, usually in ounces.
For example, for a 12oz pair of gloves, each glove will weigh 12 ounces.
To work out which type of boxing gloves you need, read this handy chart below:
| 4 oz | For children aged 4 to 5 years old. |
| 6 oz | For children aged 5 to 7 years old. |
| 8 oz | For children aged 7 to early teens. |
| 10 oz | Thinly padded glove, ideal for light pad work. |
| 12 oz | Slightly more padding, good for pad work & bag work. |
| 14 oz | An all-round training glove, good for pad work, bag work and light sparring. |
| 16 oz | A protective glove, good for pad work, bag work and hard sparring. |
If the glove you choose is too tight, then size up.
Or if it’s too roomy, then size down.
Should I get 10oz or 12oz boxing gloves?
Can’t decide between 10oz or 12oz gloves? Take a look at our summary below:
10oz boxing gloves
The 10oz gloves are actually the smallest possible adult-size boxing glove. If you size down any less than this, you will find that those gloves will be a bit too snug for your hands, as they are actually intended for children!
10oz gloves are excellent for light pad work and sparring with a partner, because they are durable, without feeling feel too heavy on the arms.
12oz boxing gloves
12oz gloves are two ounces heavier than the 10oz gloves. So, the 12oz gloves will fatigue the boxer faster, as they have more weight in them than the 10 oz gloves.
However, the 12oz gloves offer better protection for the boxer’s hands, as well as for the safety of their sparring partner or opponent.
The 12oz gloves are ideal for bag work and pad work, because they are lightweight enough for you to throw fast punches, and they contain more padding and cushioning for your hands and wrists than the 10oz gloves do.
Should I get 10oz or 12oz boxing gloves?
Well, if you need gloves to aid you in all aspects of boxing training: for the punch bag, sparring, pad work, and for a match, then 12oz is your best bet.
It is a versatile glove that can be used for multiple boxing training scenarios, as it is neither overly heavy (like 16oz gloves), nor
But if you are new to boxing, and you are only looking to train lightly on focus pads, then we recommend going with 10oz gloves.
You can also choose your boxing glove according to your weight class:
Whereas, 10oz gloves are suitable for women in the 50 to 60kg weight category, and men in the 51 to 63kg.
What size gloves do professional boxers use?
Amateur boxers who compete in the welterweight division or lower, use 10oz gloves.
For older fighters and heavyweight boxers, 16oz gloves are the most common glove size.
Where can I buy boxing gloves?
Here at Sports Maxx, we are proud to offer all the essentials you will need for boxing training, whether you are a newbie to the sport or an experienced boxer.
Read on to discover a few of our favourite boxing equipment pieces:
We offer a wide variety of high-quality boxing gloves, which have been designed with ultimate safety and performance in mind.
One of our most popular products is our Maxx Boxing Competition Boxing Gloves Lace Ups.
Available in 10, 12, 14 and 16 ounces, these slick gloves are the ultimate fighting glove.
With a 14-point lace-up system, these gloves provide a secure and comfortable fit.
These classic gloves are excellent for both boxing training, as well as competitions and professional fights, thanks to the durability, protection and comfort they offer.
Choose from a range of colours, and arm yourself with an affordable, yet high-quality pair of boxing gloves today.
Click here to shop our Maxx Boxing Competition Boxing Gloves Lace Ups.
Sparring Gloves
Do you need lightweight gloves for boxing practice, that are easy to take on and off?
Then, you need our Maxx Top Ten Edition Boxing Sparring Gloves.
This is the world’s finest training glove for Muay Thai and all punching and striking training. The foam inside is skillfully shaped to best support your hand while you are hitting and jabbing away.
This glove features a Velcro wrist strap, which offers superior wrist joint protection and quick wear and removal.
What’s more, the moisture-wicking liner provides extra comfort if you work up a sweat.
Click here to shop our Maxx Top Ten Edition Boxing Sparring Gloves.
Kids’ Boxing Gloves
Does your child, niece, or nephew fancy themselves as the next Tyson Fury or Nicola Adams?
Then, why not take a look at our junior boxing equipment that we offer here at Sports Maxx?
A child could sustain a nasty injury if they started boxing with adult-size equipment. Hence, we have curated our own product line of junior boxing equipment, which are designed specially for little hands.
Younger boxers need equipment that is reflective of their weight and strength, which is what the Sports Maxx junior collection offers.
For the patriotic young boxer, we have our Maxx Training Fight Glove (Kids). With a stunning union jack design, this glove is available from 4oz, all the way to 16oz.
While your little tyke is packing a punch, these gloves will provide optimal protection to their hands and wrists.
We do not compromise on quality and our junior sizes – 4oz -8oz are of the same mould and high standard as the adult sizes, providing excellent protection and support for young hands.
Click here to shop our Maxx Training Fight Glove (Kids).
Can I hit a punch bag if I am only wearing hand wraps?
Yes, you can punch a heavy bag with just hand wraps. Hand wraps protect your wrist, knuckles and thumbs when you are boxing. They also help reduce the fatigue that comes with a strong punch.
So, warming up with some light bag work, while only wearing hand wraps, is perfectly fine.
Don’t be tempted to ignore the hand wraps and start punching the bag with your bare fists. This could cause serious hand pain and injuries. You might end up using the incorrect form, which will throw you off.
If you can’t be bothered to spend five minutes wrapping your hands, we recommend practising some shadowboxing in front of a mirror instead.
Click here to view our Hand Wraps here at Sports Maxx.
Read more content about boxing
At Sports Maxx, we regularly publish articles on our blog, to provide helpful information and tips about boxing, sports and fitness.
To learn more about boxing, you may find it useful to read our blog articles on:
- Should I Use 14 or 16 Oz Boxing Gloves?
- Do Bigger Gloves Do More Damage?
- What Is The Best Brand For Boxing Equipment?
- What Glove Size Did Mike Tyson Use?
- Boxing Fun for the Whole Family: The Best Punchbags and Boxing Gloves to Help Your Kids Pack a Punch
- What Are Sparring Gloves?
- What Are MMA Gloves?
- How to Install a Punch Bag Bracket
About Sports Maxx
A family-run business established in 2000, Sports Maxx is one of the UK’s top boxing equipment suppliers.
Find out more about Sports Maxx by visiting our website here.
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We hope this article has answered the question, ‘should I get 10oz or 12oz boxing gloves?’
