To avoid hitting the wrist/forearm we want to keep the kettlebell close to maintain control over the kettlebell by reducing the arc of the kettlebell as it travels. It is good to use a kettlebell wrist guard before you realize firsthand you need it! Otherwise, you’ll probably end up with a big bruise on your forearm that could prevent you from training for a week. Are you in search of a versatile wrist brace? Just the one which is wearable for laptop use, to play sports, to set the wrist position and weight lifting- all these are the benefits gathered in this product. You can wear it on your right and left sides. When doing moves such as the clean or snatch you will likely have to deal with the kettlebell slamming into your wrists. The Quest Kettlebell Wrist Guard are an excellent solution to that problem.

These wrist guards do not have 36o degrees of protection, so we may need to adjust the wrist guard to the area we need the most protection because it only has one insert that covers one area of the wrist/forearm – but this is not uncommon for many of the kettlebell wrist guards on the market. The CFF Wrist Guard is the best wrist guard for those with small wrists because it is built smaller than most other wrist guards on the market, it’s outer layer absorbs sweat to prevent pooling, and it is very affordable. The Fit Guy Kettlebell Wrist Guard secures the win for the best all around kettlebell wrist guard because of the amount of protection it offers, its adjustable straps that allow us to customize the fit and provide an easier on/off process, and it’s level of durability that ensures this product will last a long time.It is worth practicing the kettlebell swing first, even though the technique for the clean and snatch varies from the swing technique, to learn how to use the lower body to get the kettlebell moving – rather than using the arms. 3. Keep The Kettlebell Close

The wrist wraps are made from neoprene with latex free material. The tight and solid fabric allows you to scale up weight lifting from kettlebells to dumbbells to barbells and other kinds of weight during your strength training. The CFF Wrist Guard is designed with a plastic insert to protect against impact from a kettlebell while still being flexible enough to move the wrist. It does only have the insert on one side of the wrist guard rather than 360 degrees of protection but for those who have a good handle on their technique, this is probably the right amount of protection. It is made from a synthetic rubber to guard your wrists and forearms. It is a sweat absorbing material with breathability. Also this band gives you a gloved compression throughout your workout. You can select the guards for your wrist size as the product is available in various sizes. With these New Ventilated Weight Lifting Gloves with Built-In Wrist Wraps, Full Palm Protection & Extra Grip you get full palm, finger, and thumb protection. The tops of your fingers are still free to move around as they please.

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The EVOShield Wrist Guard is the best wrist guard for beginners because it covers a larger area of the wrist/forearm for additional protection while we’re learning the movements, and it’s the most customizable for a better fit. While it can be tempting to put a death grip on the kettlebell – especailly as it gets heavier – we want to keep a more relaxed grip to ensure a smooth transition of our hand at the right time to prevent the kettlebell from hitting us when we receive it. These wrist guards are super adjustable as per the wrist size for a personalized use. It can easily fit most of the sizes where you don’t have to compromise your comfort. It is designed to keep your wrist in a neutral position during the hand movements and lifting. The Fit Guy Wrist Guard has an advanced design because it is one of the only kettlebell wrist guards on the market that offers almost 360 degrees of coverage with its plastic inserts. This is extremely attractive in a kettlebell wrist guard because if we’re after protection, then we are going to want a product that offers the best protection and coverage – while still being flexible enough to allow us to move.

The unique thing about this kettlebell wrist guard is that it boats Gel-to-Shell custom-molding technology that protects your wrists from wild pitches and bad hops. This technology also provides compression properties to regulate blood flow, improving your breathing and comfort without sacrificing flexibility. Good thing, there are kettlebell gloves out there that offer a combination of these materials. It’s up to you to choose which one best suits your needs. ​Conclusion The best wrist guards for kettlebell training are the ones that are designed with kettlebell training in mind – these designs very from other wrist guards because they do not cover the palm, or wrap around the thumb; instead, the kettlebell wrist guards pull on like a sweatband and only cover the wrist/forearm but do not restrict movement of the wrist. Quality Of InsertsThey are also the first sleeve-style guards on our list, which make them slightly less comfortable than the previous options, although this may be a matter of personal preference. They come in small, medium, and large, so there’s a chance your arms won’t quite fit into any of these sizes. They are quite sleek looking which is a plus and can serve several purposes as more versatile forearm guards. They are also another more budget-friendly option, being the cheapest guards we’ve covered on this list so far. The durability of our kettlebell wrist guards is important to assess because it will help us to determine if we’re investing in a product that is going to last a long time, or if we’re wasting money on a product that will only last for a handful of uses. Additionally, wrist guards will help you if you’re having a problem with hard kettlebells banging into your wrists. (This is why people like to go for ​the softer version of the kettlebell.)