The proper way to gear up...

As I travel and speak with different Martial Artists from different systems, the easiest topic of discussion has been work out gear.

​Some base their selection on price or brand and some prefer the bare necessities.  Personally, one day I might be on the mat in my PJs and the next I’m in full Kenpo regalia.  
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I was surprised and slightly guarded when I was approached by Elite Sport who wanted to sponsor me and have me test their gear.

 
I was hesitant, but they encouraged me to just try the equipment and the clothing, urging me to let the results speak for themselves.
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​So I found myself on their website trying to pick out what items I would try.  As I looked through the rash guards, gloves and bags it suddenly dawned on me that I might know what these items are but I had no idea how to determine the quality of any gear.
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​With the popularity in Martial Arts, especially MMA, on the rise there are many new brands and distributors popping up. ​

 While some consumers might be inclined to choose the first cool looking piece of gear they find, there’s much more to it than that.
 
Gear is meant to protect students while also helping to enhance their training or performance.  It is therefore crucial to pay to the attention to detail that goes into the gear.  These details are what attract not just customers but reviews from customers.  

Elite Sports has been pleased with their customer response and maintain,
“The response from our customers has been overwhelmingly positive, which is a huge source of pride for our design team and the company as a whole.”
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So I selected my items and waited for them to arrive in the mail.  Yet I still questioned why gear would be such a necessity?

The truth is good gear doesn’t just enhance your training, but can ensure your safety.  Injuries are a huge risk for many MMA fighters not just in the ring but during training.  These injuries could include torn ligaments, dislocated joints, broken bones and possible concussions.  

It’s because of these potential injuries that Elite Sports stresses,
“Wearing no training equipment at all is a huge risk.”
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I don’t train at an MMA gym but my main aspiration for gear was to find gear, whether it was a pair of gloves, shorts or even a gi that would be good quality and a comfortable fit.  

I just hoped my rash guard made me look this awesome.

 I tried the Elite Sports Rash Guard first.  When it arrived, I was a little skeptical as I pulled it out of its packaging.  I am by no means a “slender” woman.  I have a large bust and an hour glass figure.  The problem I’ve had with tops in the past is them riding up and showing bare mid-drift.   
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I had a feeling I’d have the same problem with this rash guard.  

ELITE SPORTS RASH GUARD LINK

I was also worried about it being too tight in the bust and not allowing me proper shoulder movement.  When I slipped it on, I was pleasantly surprised to find was their no-slip waist band.  This sucker wasn’t moving and I literally was like an enthusiastic child and began doing jump jacks and running around the mat trying to get it to ride up...
But it stayed put.  

I faintly heard the hallelujah chorus in the background.

I was also surprised at the strong flexibility of the material.  It didn’t itch and it moved nicely with me.  Plus, I am able to wear it just as a top or under my gi and still maintain comfo

While this might not sound like a big deal, its little things like this I don’t have to worry about when training.  Elite Sports explains, that when they make a set of gloves or a rash guard, it’s meant to be suitable for use; whether your goal is to go pro, live a healthier lifestyle or gaining valuable self-defense skills.
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 Elite Sports motto is,
“Embrace The Pain.  At the end of the day, the gear you train in isn’t going to turn you into a superhuman. You have to put in the hours at the gym.  What we mean by that is strive to be the best and let the growing pains shape you.
 

​When you visit the Elite Sports website you can clearly see their passion for what they do.  Consumers can see the lives and careers of their sponsored fighters on Team Elite.   Their website shows a unique page for each member of Team Elite to showcase their story.

The future is shaping up for Elite Sports...

Especially with a lot of their focus and passion in constantly improving their products. With their own manufacturing facility, they are able to make some of the most advanced gear on the market place.
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To stay up with their latest news and merchandise be sure to follow them on their social media.  Also watch Kenpo Girl’s social media for my photos and videos of me testing their products.

Elite Sports Website