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• Method 2 of 2: Winding the Bandage
• Tips
• Warnings

1 Choose the right bandages. There are different ways of wrist restraint and it is very important to choose the one that best suits your hand size and the boxing technique you are going to use. When buying bandages, you should focus on the following criteria:

• Cotton bandages are good for frequent workouts. They come in adult and junior lengths and are fitted with Velcro on one side.
• Mexican bandages are similar to cotton, but they are made of an elastic material and fit the arm more tightly. To the detriment of elasticity, they are not as strong as cotton, moreover, their elasticity decreases over time. This is a good workout option.
• Shingarts are not actually wrapped around the hand, they are used like fingerless gloves. This protection is more expensive than cotton or Mexican bandages. They are comfortable to wear, but do not provide wrist support. For this reason, serious boxers usually don't use them.
• At competitions, as a rule, gauze and bandages are used. The Boxing Rules set out the exact number so that all Boxers have a level playing field. This hand wrap is not practical for daily workouts. The technique of wrapping the bandages before the competition is also different and is done by a partner or coach.

2 Wrap with the right amount of effort. You should learn how to wrap the bandages correctly in order to provide a good hold of the hand and wrist, but with excessive force, they can impede blood circulation. You may need to rewind the bandages several times to get the correct tension.

3 Try to wrap without wrinkles. Bumps and wrinkles are more likely to create discomfort and prevent you from focusing on boxing, as well as reduce protection and hand hold.

4 Wrap the bandages around the wrist extended forward. With a bent hand, it is possible to wind the bandages, but there can be no question of fixation. Keeping your wrists bent will reduce the risk of injury.

Method 2 of 2: Winding the Bandage

1. 1 Pull the brush forward. Spread your fingers as far apart as possible and relax the muscles. Bandages are designed to support the hand in movement, so they must be wrapped in a way that maintains hand maneuverability while boxing.
2. 2 Pass your thumb through the loop at the end of the bandage. Make a loop on the opposite side of the Velcro first. Make sure the Velcro is on the right side, otherwise there will be problems with fixing the bandage at the final stage of winding. Most bandages have a tag or mark that tells you which side of the bandage should be facing down.
3. 3 Wrap your wrists. Make three to four wrist rotations depending on the size of your hand and the level of support you want. This step should be completed on the inside of the wrist.
   • Wrap without folds and make sure that after each turn the layers of the bandage lay on top of each other.
   • If you find that you need to decrease or increase the length of the bandage, you should change the number of layers on the wrist accordingly.
4. 4 Wrap the brush. With the back of your palm facing you, pull the bandage and continue winding around your palm just above your thumb. Wind three layers and finish on the inside of the hand near the thumb.
5. 5 Wrap your thumb. Rotate around your wrist once, then around your thumb, and end this step with another turn around your wrist.
6. 6 Wrap the rest of your fingers. Start wrapping the bandage around the inside of your wrist to secure your fingers at the base:
   • Wrap the bandage from the inside of your wrist, through the top of your hand, between your pinky and ring fingers.
   • Then wrap the bandage between your ring and middle fingers.
   • And finally, the last turn between the middle and forefinger. Finish on the inside of the wrist.
7. 7 Wrap your palm again. Wrap your wrist, then make another diagonal turn, starting behind your thumb.Repeat until the entire bandage is over, and make one last revolution around your wrist.
8. 8 Secure the bandage. Using the Velcro, secure the bandage. Bend your arms and do a few strokes to see if the wrapping is comfortable. If the bandage is loose or too tight, redo it all over again.
9. 9 Repeat the same steps for the other hand. Wrapping the bandage with your non-dominant hand can be difficult. But over time, you will get used to it. If you need help, ask a coach or partner.

Tips

• For people with small hands, it is better to purchase a shortened bandage than to wrap additional layers around the wrist. On a small hand, a regular bandage will knock and slide inside the boxing glove, making it difficult to control the glove.
• Make sure that the bandages are not wrinkled when winding. You should also keep the bandages clean and wash them to reduce stiffness and the risk of wear.

Warnings

• Do not wrap the bandage tightly. The bandages are designed to support the hands and wrist, not to obstruct circulation. If the bandages cause discomfort while wearing gloves, rewind them.