Do You Need Gloves for HYROX? What to Look For
Sledpush Editorial Team · Updated October 17, 2026 · 1 min read
General information, not medical advice. Check with a doctor before starting a new plan, and train at your own risk. Read more.
The short answer
Gloves are optional in HYROX but many athletes wear them for the sled pull and farmers carry to protect their hands from the rope and grip the kettlebells. Choose thin, close-fitting gloves with a grippy palm. Thick gym gloves make the handles harder to hold.
When gloves help
- Sled pull: the rope can burn and blister your hands.
- Farmers carry: sweaty hands slip on kettlebell handles.
- Sled push: some athletes like them for grip on the poles.
What to look for
| Feature | Why |
|---|---|
| Thin palm | You keep a feel for the rope and handles. |
| Grippy material | Holds the rope and bells when you sweat. |
| Close fit | Loose gloves bunch up and slip. |
| Easy on and off | Many athletes take them off for wall balls and burpees. |
Do you actually need them?
If your hands are fine on the rope in training, you can skip them. If you get blisters or lose grip on the carry, they’re worth trying. Train in them before race day.
We’ll add tested glove picks here soon.
Quick answers
Are gloves allowed in HYROX?
Yes, gloves are allowed. Check the current rulebook for any rules on taping or chalk.
Which stations are gloves useful for?
Mostly the sled pull, the sled push and the farmers carry.
Each guide is drafted with AI assistance, fact-checked against the current HYROX rulebook and reviewed by a human editor before publishing. This guide is general information for healthy adults, not medical, nutrition or coaching advice, and it isn't tailored to you. Talk to a doctor before starting a new training plan, diet or supplement, and stop if you feel pain or unwell. Rules and weights can change, so check the official rulebook before you race. See our Terms and Disclaimer.
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