Overview
Whether you're just starting out or sharpening your skills, mastering hand wraps is essential for protection, performance and confidence in the ring.
- Step-by-step video tutorials to learn proper wrapping technique
- Expert tips from Xpeed boxing coach Petar Losic
- Gear recommendations to match your style and training goals
Xpeed Boxing Hand Wrap Guide
There are many ways to wrap your hands and every fighter or coach has their favourite technique. But when it comes to protection and comfort during training, a solid hand wrap job makes all the difference. Whether you’re hitting the bags or sparring, wrapping your hands correctly helps protect the small bones in your hands and supports your wrists.
The following 5-step method is our go-to recommendation. Simple, effective and beginner-friendly.
Prefer to watch? Scroll down for our step-by-step video.
Easy Steps
How To Wrap Your Hands
(1) Relaxed Hand
Hold your hand in a relaxed position with your fingers spread open. Loop your thumb through the end of the hand wrap to lock it in place.
(2) Wrap the Wrist
Firmly wrap the material around your wrist three times. Make sure it’s snug to provide support, but not so tight that it cuts off circulation.
(3) Support Thumb
Wrap the material around the tumb and wrist all the way to the knuckles. Wrap between each finger to protect webbing.
(4) Cover Knuckles
Keep your fingers spread whilst wrapping material over the knuckles three times. This will prevent wrapping too tight.
(5) Lock It In
Bring the wrap back down towards the wrist and wrap it one last time then press down the velcro for a secure finish.
(6) Repeat
Now that you’ve wrapped one hand like a pro, do the same on your other hand and get ready to train.
Easy Steps - Video
In this video, Boxing Coach and former fighter Petar Losic walks you through the simple steps to properly wrapping your hands.
With years of experience in the ring and on the pads, Petar knows the importance of protecting your tools, your hands. Whether you're new to boxing or brushing up on technique, follow along step-by-step.
Tip: Take your time, go slow and don’t pull the wraps too tight at first.
A secure wrap should feel supportive, not restrictive.
Conclusion
Why You Should Add Hand Wraps to Your Routine?
Boxing is all about repetition, hundreds of punches thrown in training sessions week after week. Over time, that repeated impact can put serious strain on your knuckles, wrists and small bones in your hands. That’s where hand wraps come in.
Wearing wraps helps:
- during heavy punches and awkward angles
- from abrasions and impact
- in your hand and fingers
- by soaking up sweat and reducing bacteria build-up
In short, wraps are a small step that make a big difference. They help you train longer, hit harder, and reduce the risk of injury, especially in high-volume sessions.
So whether you're hitting the bags, pads, or getting ready for sparring, wrap up first. Your future self (and your hands) will thank you.
Author
Simon Mitchell
Written by Xpeed Brand Manager, Simon Mitchell. Simon has a Bachelor of Human Movement, is a certified FMS trainer and has worked in the fitness industry since 2003. Simon started his fitness journey as a trainer with iNform Health and Fitness before moving into commercial radio and then back into fitness with Bodyism in the United Kingdom and Australia. A career highlight was being one of Daisy Ridley's personal trainers on Star Wars IX - The Rise Of Skywalker.
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