Measure your hand circumference (around the knuckles, excluding the thumb) and your hand length (from palm base to the tip of your middle finger). Use the larger measurement to choose a size from the product’s chart. If you’re between sizes, go down for a snug, grip-locked feel or up for all-session comfort. You can compare size charts and models inside the Gym Gloves Collection.
Top picks while you read:
Why glove size matters (and what “right” feels like)
A glove that fits right delivers four wins:
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Grip security—the palm pad sits flat so the bar doesn’t swim.
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Callus control—pressure spreads evenly to avoid hot spots and tears.
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Wrist comfort—the strap lands where it supports, not where it pinches.
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Endurance—hands and forearms stay productive across long sets.
Too small compresses the palm, causes numbness, and strains seams. Too large folds and slips, killing power transfer. Aim for a firm, breathable fit you can trust from warm-up to finisher. If you need a benchmark, start with the Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves for a balanced “performance-snug” feel.
Read more: How Do You wear Gloves to the Gym
How to measure your hand in 2 minutes
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Hand circumference (primary)
Open your hand naturally. Wrap a soft tape around the knuckles (exclude thumb). Note the number in cm. -
Hand length (secondary)
Measure from the base of the palm (crease near the wrist) to the tip of the middle finger. Note the number in cm. -
Fit intent for tie-breaks
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Snug/Performance: maximum bar feel and stability.
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Comfort/Endurance: a touch more room for airflow and swelling during long sessions.
Now open the size chart on your chosen product page inside the Gym Gloves Collection). Lead with circumference; use length as the final sanity check.
Read more: Why do People Wear Gym Gloves
Tight vs. relaxed: choose by training style
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Snug / Performance fit—best for heavy push–pull days and chalk-light gyms; ultra-stable on bars, dumbbells, and cable handles. Start with Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves.
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Comfort / Endurance fit—more finger freedom and airflow for long hypertrophy sessions or hot gyms. Choose Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves – Black Edition.
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Value / Rotation fit—keep a second pair so yesterday’s gloves can fully dry (the simplest odour fix). Grab Weightlifting Gym Workout Gloves (Grey).
Material & build: how it affects size choice
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Leather palm + breathable back (both Heavy Duty models) breaks in slightly and delivers consistent bar feel when sized snug. Compare both looks in the Gym Gloves Collection (https://www.fitnessfox.co.nz/collections/gym-gloves).
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Padded anti-slip zones (all three models) tame hot spots on high-rep sets. If you push long sessions, bias toward comfort rather than ultra-tight.
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Adjustable wrist strap should let you fine-tune tension for pressing vs pulling without digging. If you always crank straps hard, avoid sizing down aggressively—pick the Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves first, then decide if you want the Black Edition aesthetic.
Read more: How to Clean Gym Gloves: Odor-Free in 10 Minutes | Fitness Fox
Quick sizing table (use while you shop)
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What you measure |
Why it matters |
If you’re between sizes |
Good product to start with |
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Hand circumference (around knuckles, no thumb) |
Primary driver of palm fit and anti-slip contact |
Go down for tighter, grip-locked feel; up for comfort |
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Hand length (palm base → middle-finger tip) |
Prevents cramped or floppy fingertips |
If cramped, size up |
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Wrist strap preference (how tight you go) |
Ensures closure supports without pinching |
If you crank straps hard, don’t also size down |
Always use the size chart on the specific product page as your final authority; this table simply shows which way to lean.
Decision flow (from numbers to a confident purchase)
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Circle your circumference size on the chart for your target glove inside the Gym Gloves Collection.
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Check hand length so fingertips aren’t cramped or swimming.
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Declare your intent—if you’re chasing strength and crisp bar feel, bias snug; if you live in longer sessions, bias comfort.
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Pick the glove that matches your priorities:
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Durable leather + locked-in grip: Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves
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Same build, stealth look: Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves – Black Edition
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Great-value rotation pair: Weightlifting Gym Workout Gloves (Grey)
Fit-check the day your parcel arrives (30 seconds)
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Slide test: a bit of effort to put on; once seated, no palm folds or empty thumb.
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Grip test: hold an unloaded bar for 30 seconds—no seam hotspots or “float”.
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Fingertip test: wiggle fingertips without ramming the glove end; if cramped, consider the next size.
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Wrist-strap test: tighten to training tension—supportive, not cutting circulation.
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Breathability: flex your hand—heat should dissipate; if not, consider a comfort-biased size or keep a rotation pair like the Weightlifting Gym Workout Gloves (Grey).
If something’s off, swap sizes via the same PDP you opened from the Gym Gloves Collection
Read more: How to keep gym gloves from smelling
Common sizing mistakes (and quick fixes)
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Guessing by bodyweight—hand size doesn’t scale that way. Measure circumference first.
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Sizing “for later”—leather breaks in slightly, but not a full size. Pick today’s best fit.
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Ultra-tight plus max strap tension—choose one lever; if you crank straps, don’t size down too far.
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Ignoring sweat logistics—odour dies in airflow. Keep a rotation pair: Weightlifting Gym Workout Gloves (Grey)
Who should buy which glove?
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Daily lifter, wants durable leather and locked-in grip → Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves.
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Same build, stealth all-black aesthetic → Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves – Black Edition.
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Affordable second pair to rotate on sweaty weeks or long volume phases → Weightlifting Gym Workout Gloves (Grey).
Complete your setup for better pressing mechanics and a rock-solid brace: Wrist Wraps and Lever Belts
FAQs
How do I choose gym glove size quickly?
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Measure hand circumference around the knuckles (no thumb) and hand length. Use the larger measurement on the size chart inside the Gym Gloves Collection
Should I size up or down if I’m between sizes?
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Down for snug, performance grip; up for comfort and longer sessions. A good starting point is the Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves.
Do leather gloves stretch?
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They break in slightly, not a full size—choose the best fit now, not a size you hope they’ll become.
Which model is best for long sessions?
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Choose a comfort-biased size in the Heavy Duty Leather Workout Gloves – Black Edition, or keep a rotation pair like the Weightlifting Gym Workout Gloves (Grey).
(NZ perks to include near the cart: free shipping $50+, 30-day returns, Afterpay/Zip.)
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