Focus Mitts

Concave leather targets — one per hand — held by a partner for pad-work drills. The mitts have a target marker in the centre and a wrist strap that lets the holder catch punches with a sharp slap-back motion. Premium mitts (Winning, Cleto Reyes) absorb shock through a multi-density foam liner; cheap mitts transfer the impact to the holder's elbow within a few sessions of heavy work.

Key features

• ▸Concave leather palm
• ▸Target marker (usually red dot)
• ▸Wrist strap + breakaway thumb
• ▸Multi-density foam padding
• ▸Comes in pairs

Buying guide

For coaches and pairs: Winning Pro Pads ($300+) for an elite-level session. Beginners: Title Classic Focus Mitts ($40-60). Replace every 18-24 months of heavy use — the foam compresses and stops absorbing shock.