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Headgear
Take this slowly, stay balanced, and ask your coach when something feels unclear.
category
equipment
plain english
Padded protective gear worn on the head for sparring, covering the temples, forehead and cheeks.
example
Required for sparring in every reputable gym.
why it matters
It reduces cuts and impact to the surface of the head. It does not remove risk, and it is never a reason to spar harder.
common mistake
Treating headgear as permission to take shots.
related terms
- • Sparring
- • Mouthguard
- • Coach
difficulty
beginner