Protective Equipment / Sparring Gear

Protectors

Collective term for mouthguards, gloves, shin pads, and headgear ensuring sparring safety.

Quick Facts

CategoryEquipment

Pronunciation/[pruh-tek-tiv i-kwip-muhnt]/

Alternative NamesSparring pads, Mouthguard, Shin guards, Headgear

Definition

Protective equipment (mouthguard, groin cup, MMA/striking gloves, shin guards) mitigates blunt impact forces, safeguarding teeth, facial bones, and joints during full-contact combat training.

Related Terms

RashguardRashguard

Form-fitting athletic compression shirt used in No-Gi BJJ, MMA, and grappling.

Bogu防具

Traditional protective armor worn during full-contact Kendo practice.

Hogu호구

Chest and torso protector worn by Taekwondo competitors in Kyorugi sparring.

Associated Martial Arts

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