Leg protection

Leg protection in martial arts plays an important role in preventing injuries and improving striking technique. Depending on the sport and level of training, different types of protection are used.

The main types of leg protection for martial arts:

1. Shin and foot guards
✅ Used in kickboxing, muay thai, MMA, karate.
✅ Cover the shin and upper part of the foot.
✅ Fixed with Velcro, elastic bands or cuffs.
✅ Materials: leather, leatherette, EVA foam, gel.
✅ Suitable for sparring and competitions.

2. Warmers (soft protective shields)
✅ Used in taekwondo, karate, aikido.
✅ Lightweight, often made of elastic fabric with foam filling.
✅ Provide protection but remain flexible.
✅ Often used in children's and amateur sports.

3. Full-size shin guards (Muay Thai Shin Guards)
✅ Durable, with enhanced protection.
✅ Cover most of the leg.
✅ Used in Muay Thai, kickboxing, professional sparring.
✅ Made of leather or leatherette.

4. Foot protection (feet)
✅ Used in karate, taekwondo, kickboxing (full contact).
✅ Cover the top of the foot and toes.
✅ Often have open heels for stability.
✅ Fixed with elastic bands or Velcro.

5. Elbow and knee pads
✅ Used in MMA, grappling, combat sambo.
✅ Protect joints during throws and falls.
✅ Made of compression material with a shock-absorbing insert.

How to choose leg protection?
🔹 For kickboxing, Muay Thai - hard shin guards with enhanced protection.
🔹 For karate, taekwondo - light warmers or feet.
🔹 For MMA, combat sambo - flexible knee pads, light shin guards.
🔹 For children and beginners - foam protection with soft fastenings.