Wear gloves when lifting weights?
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I've been lifting for over 1 year and I have small hands and I have no problems with callouses. I don't think anyone would think I lift weights based on my hands. Gripping the bar right and chalk will go a long way in reducing wear and tear on your hands.0
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I tried them, and threw them out. I didn't like the negative effect on my grip, especially during deadlift. I just file my calluses with a pumice stone once in awhile after my shower. I haven't had any issues.0
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I used to when I first started, and I had some cool ones. Then I started to Spin 3 times a week and my wrists got really weak so I needed to wear wrist supports, and it got to be too much stuff to wear so I don't wear anything any longer !!!!0
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I don't wear gloves for weightlifting. I don't find that my hands get very callused from weightlifting but they do from high volume gymnastics movements (pull-ups, muscle ups etc.). Daily hand maintenance is my savior. I use a ped egg to shave them flat and I make sure to keep them moisturized; between that combo I rarely have issues anymore.0
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I did. And I will once I return to weight lifting.
First couple of weeks I didn't and as my skin is quite sensitive I ended up with horrible painful calluses.
I did go through 2-3 pairs of gloves until I found the "right one" - fit properly, was comfortable, gave me good feel of the bar, and was able to protect my palms.0 -
I do, I get callouses doing housework though and blister very easily! I have tried several pairs of gloves and have a favourite so if you do wear them bear that in mind, they can make a huge difference in your ability and comfort if they are not right. They also have slightly padded palms which for me makes push ups etc more comfortable. I am about the only one in my gym that does though!0
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No. What's better are wrist wraps for support, especially if you are using heavy weights and especially heavy dumbbells.0
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I don't, mainly because I'm proud of my calluses. It's your body adapting to the hard work you're putting in. You can use gloves if you'd like too, but they are known for putting uneven pressure across your hands which could mess with stability. Same as using a bar pad when squatting.0
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