Issue 090
1: Safety
Sprained ankles and broken toes are common in MMA. Wrestling boots will prevent your foot and ankle going to ranges of extreme motion while providing support when standing.
Safer training gear results in less injury, which ultimately means you’re fully fit when it comes to the big fight.
2: Practicality
The traction benefits mean improved grip when shooting for a takedown and jockeying for better position when on your feet.
3: Recovery
When nursing a pre-existing injury to your toes, wrestling shoes can act as a splint, keeping them compacted together and reducing risk of further injury – providing you give them time to heal to a reasonable degree first.
4: They’re Super-fly
Whether you want to go for the psychedelic retro look all your favorite Japanese fighting heroes wear, or adorn yourself with a pair that incorporate an ultra-modern ergonomic design, wrestling shoes are a stylish and practical accessory to any MMA gym bag.
5: Hygiene
Gym mats play host to all sorts of germs. Reduce the risk of verucas, ringworm and many other nasties by slamming on a pair of wrestling sneakers.
6: Mobility
You don’t have to worry about mobility as they’re incredibly lightweight, meaning you can still circle your opponents without feeling you’re wearing a pair of steel toe-caps.
7: Fighters swear by them
With a string of MMA fighters such as Randy Couture and Steve Cantwell advocating the benefits of training in wrestling boots, why not join the pro bandwagon?
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