When I first started training back in 1985, the first thing I got was a pair of gloves. I soon found out how important they were the day I forgot them. The next thing was a belt. It was just a plain hand-me-down belt and it was stained with the sweat of another person. But I loved that thing because it meant I was serious about training. We all think we’re big time when we first start training. We have all the enthusiasm in the world, but don’t yet have the strength and development to back it up. That’s when training aids are so important. First off, the basics: Straps, Wrist wraps Belt Gloves That’s the bear minimum. But now, there are so many options for training aids in the gym, there’s no excuse not to have a bagful. First let’s talk about why it’s important ...

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