What Size Boxing Gloves Should a Woman Use?

Four women of different ages and body types sitting together on a bench in a boxing gym, each holding HERfight women's boxing gloves in pink, red and teal colourways

Choose your gloves based on your training:

8oz — Light and fast training
Best for fitness boxing, pad work and women with narrower hands and wrists.

10oz — General training
A great all-round choice for beginners, bag work, pads and technique training.

12oz — Extra protection
Best for heavier bag work, harder pad sessions and controlled partner drills.

16oz — Sparring
Provides extra cushioning to help protect you and your sparring partner. Always check your gym’s requirements before sparring.

Check Your Hand Size

Measure around the knuckles of your dominant hand while keeping it relaxed. Then measure from your wrist crease to the tip of your middle finger.

Weight Hand circumference Hand length Best for
8oz 16–18.5 cm 15.5–17 cm Narrower hands and light training
10oz 18.6–20.5 cm 17.1–18.5 cm General training
12oz 18.6–20.5 cm 17.1–18.5 cm Heavier bag and pad work
16oz 18.6–20.5 cm 17.1–18.5 cm Sparring and extra cushioning

If you are between 8oz and 10oz, choose 10oz for greater versatility and protection.

HERfight gloves are designed specifically for women, with a narrower wrist, a secure hand compartment and padding positioned for a comfortable female fit.

Still unsure? Contact us and we’ll help you choose.

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