All about head guards from sparring gear to competition

Widely publicized for their protection of nose and chin, facesaver head guards increase the risk of brain injuries in boxers. They should be avoided not just because of their high price tag.

Asian martial arts like Karate and Taekwondo are conducted with no or light contact. The guards are soft and designed to withstand occasional blows and falls to the floor. Their soft design and easy fastening strap makes them ideal for commercial karate schools.

Big guys hit hard. No division in boxing is more popular than heavyweights. Let's have a look at a sparring session and check out their protective gear. Hands up and get ready for round one.