Restricted Movement: Taping can limit the natural range of motion of your fingers, making it harder to perform precise movements. This can be a disadvantage in sports like BJJ, MMA, or basketball, where dexterity and grip strength are crucial.

Grappz gloves are designed with durability in mind, making them a long-lasting solution for finger protection. The lifespan of Grappz can vary depending on factors like frequency of use, the intensity of the activities, and proper care. However, under typical conditions, you can expect Grappz to last several months to over a year with regular use.

Why Every Athlete Needs Grappz If you’re still relying on buddy taping to protect your fingers, it’s time to upgrade. Here’s why every athlete—from BJJ practitioners to volleyball players—should have a pair of Grappz gloves in their gear bag:

Judo has been around since 1882 and the benefits of this art shine brightly. Throughout time, judokas (those who practice judo) have been known for having incredible athletic attributes, like strength, balance, and flexibility.

Grappz was innovated to protect athletes who are prone to finger jams, sprains, dislocations and breaks. Furthermore, the division of the four fingers into two pairs with compression into two separate sleeves, creating synergy within the two fingers compressed together, Grappz helps increase the strength and control of an athlete’s grip with no sacrifice to mobility. 

Understanding common finger injuries and how they occur provides valuable insight on prevention. The following injuries are the different categories of injuries most commonly suffered by athletes. 

At 12 years old, Ronda Rousey broke her toe in Judo practice and cried in front her mother. Judo Olympic medalist AnnMaria De Mars promptly made her daughter run laps around the gym with the broken toe. By then, her daughter had already made a choice to commit to winning an Olympic medal in Judo.

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