Gloves should fit snugly, covering your entire palm without excess material or restriction of movement.
Proper glove fit is crucial for comfort, dexterity, and safety. Here's a breakdown of key considerations:
- Palm Coverage: The glove's palm material should completely cover your hand's palm. If it doesn't, the glove is likely too small. Size up to ensure full coverage.
- Finger Length: The glove fingers should extend to the end of your fingers without being too long. You should be able to comfortably make a fist and perform tasks without the fingertips of the glove bunching up or inhibiting movement.
- Snug Fit: Gloves should fit snugly without being overly tight. Overly tight gloves will restrict circulation and movement.
- Freedom of Movement: You should be able to move your fingers freely and make a fist without significant resistance or discomfort.
- Excess Material: Avoid gloves with excess material around the hands or bunching in the palms when you close your hands. This indicates the gloves are oversized.
In short, the goal is a Goldilocks fit: not too tight, not too loose, but just right, providing full palm coverage, comfortable finger length, and freedom of movement.
