Krav Maga 101 – Basic equipment
Krav Maga is very popular because of its realistic training techniques and wearing the right protective equipment is essential to prevent injuries and training.
Here is a guide to help you choose the right basic equipment you need to train Krav Maga Gear from head to toe.
Head Protection
It is important that you wear a headgear to protect your face from possible cuts and bruises, and to limit the impact of strikes. Here are some factors to consider when choosing a headgear: Outer material – leather is a high-quality exterior, it ensures that your head protectors remain durable and do not tear after constant use. Inner Material. This aspect is also very important because it will determine how comfortable your face feels in gear and also how it will feel after being hit.
Head guards must have just enough padding to ensure that the impact of bumps is reduced. We say just enough because more padding means that your guard weighs more and also reduces visibility. If you are a beginner, choose a more guarded guard. Face bar – Some head protectors have a wide bar that runs over the area of the nose and protects the nose.
We feel that a guard without this beam is more comfortable and you can also breathe and see better. Protection – Choose a guard with good cheek protection and no chin bar because they are usually ‘one size fits all’ because they cannot be adjusted. Adjustability – The more adjustable, the better, so choose a protective cap that can be adjusted especially at the back of the head and chin.
Tooth Protection
What to use Mouthguard – A mouth protector is essential when sparring in particular, as injuries to the jaw and teeth can have a long-lasting effect on your daily life. A good mouth guard must be comfortable, easy to fit and remove. You have two main options to choose from when searching for a mouth guard.
Generic Mouth Guards – They are inexpensive and available in most places. Most are made of moldable plastic or you heat to take the shape of your teeth. Even with the heating, they are still “one size fits all” and the heating process does not mean that they fit you perfectly.
Tailor-made mouth protectors – This type of mouth protector is designed to fit your teeth perfectly and offers you the best protection. Some may require you to make a dental impression, but the advantage is that many can be purchased online and are perfectly shaped for your teeth.
Body Protection
What to use Forearm protection – We’re not going to lie, sometimes Krav Maga can be cruel. Forearm guards will become your best friend if you don’t want your arms to be bruised and planed. Look for forearm protectors that have foam all around because they ensure that your entire arm is protected and not just the top.
Lies guard
Having a groin protector for Krav Maga is no surprise, because the Simpsons have taught us: “No groins, no Krav Maga!” There are 3 types of bodyguard: slip on crotch protectors – they are easy to wear go on and off quickly and many consider them the most comfortable because they can be worn for a long time. Their biggest disadvantage, however, is that they offer only minimal protection. Compression pants and crotch protector
Compression shorts are tight shorts and many of them contain a pocket for a traditional groin protector. Their main advantage is that they offer a higher level of protection and their main advantage is that you are able to remove the guard when it is not needed. Metal Muay Thai Style groin protector – Metal protectors offer the best cross protection due to their durability and material.
Their main disadvantage is that they can be a bad fit and also become uncomfortable when worn for a long time. Shin protection shin white Many Krav Maga techniques use the shin to defend against attacks, so adequate shin protection is a must. You have three main shin guard options that you can choose from:
- Foam-coated – very comfortable, but they only work for light impact hits.
- Muted foam – they are stiffer than cheaper options, but look for those with a good fit to prevent slipping.
- Leather / hard plastic – they offer the best option for the long term, but they are the most expensive.
Footwear
Shoes are very important because they help you train well and provide protection to your foot where necessary. Normal training shoes will work for Krav Maga Gear, but if you are interested in aspects such as support and protection, here are 3 important things to look out for when training shoes:
- Flat tread trainers have a very high tread, which makes turning and turning difficult and dangerous as you may be injured if you stumble.
- Ankle support – ankle support is great to have in a shoe, so high sneakers used in boxing or wrestling can be great.
- Toe protection – it is very important that the shoes have good toe protection, as they help prevent sprains or injuries to the toes.