Purpose of this collection: help you choose the best wrist wraps to stabilize your wrists, help prevent injuries, and transfer more force during heavy pressing exercises.
Why Wear Wrist Wraps?
Wrist wraps stabilize the wrist joint during heavy loaded exercises (bench press, shoulder press, barbell curls, weighted pull-ups). They limit wrist hyperextension under load, reduce tendon stress, and improve force transfer.
Wrist Wraps vs Straps: What's the Difference?
Wrist wraps — Stabilize the WRIST during pressing exercises (bench press, overhead press). Wrapped around the joint.
Lifting straps — Support grip during PULLING exercises (rowing, pull-ups, deadlift). Wrapped around the bar.
Gloves with wrist wraps — Dual function: palm protection + wrist support. Convenient but less specific than dedicated wrist wraps.
What length should you choose?
30-45 cm: light to moderate support, for most standard strength training exercises.
60 cm and more: maximum support for powerlifting and very heavy loads. Preferred by competitors.
Force Addict Pro tip: position wrist wraps just above the wrist joint, keeping the palm free. Do not wear them for every set — reserve them for loads above 80% of your RM to maintain natural wrist strength.
Explore Complementary Collections
- Weightlifting Gloves: some include integrated wrist wraps.
- Straps & Hooks: for heavy pulling exercises.
- Weightlifting Belts: complementary lower back support.
Key Takeaways
Wrist wraps stabilize the wrist during heavy pressing exercises. Choose 30-45cm for standard strength training and 60cm+ for powerlifting. Position them just above the joint, keeping the palm free. Reserve them for maximum loads to maintain natural wrist strength.