How to Wrap a Boxer's Hand

Boxing is an age-old sport and a great form of exercise. However, to protect the boxer's hands and knuckles from the constant barrage of blows, it is essential to wrap the hands with a boxing wrap. This applies a thin layer of gauze-like material to the hand. However, if you do not wrap the hand correctly, the wrap may fall off, rendering the wrap useless.

Things You'll Need

  • Boxer hand wrap
  • Sports tape
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Instructions

    • 1

      Hold the first hand up, palm up. Insert the thumb into the thumb hole of the boxer hand wrap, then pull the wrap across the hand to the opposite side (directly underneath the pinkie finger).

    • 2

      Wrap the material around the back of the hand, working around the wrist a full rotation. Move the wrap around the back side of the hand again, then wrap in between the thumb and the index finger.

    • 3

      Repeat the process, wrapping around the wrist, then moving up around the hand in a diagonal motion (moving from between the thumb and index finger down around the hand). As you wrap, move the material out to cover more of your hand and wrist.

    • 4

      Return to the center of your hand (where you started the wrap) and begin again, as if you are just starting over. Make sure to wrap base of the thumb (you want the bottom knuckle covered).

    • 5

      Tape off the wrap once you run out in order to secure its hold to your hand.