Protective Equipment: The Luck Of The Irish Doesn’t Apply To Injuries

Tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day! That means it’s time to wear your green, put up shamrock decorations and celebrate the luck of the Irish.

You know what isn’t lucky though: staying injury-free on the field, pitch, court or ice.

Sure, when someone takes a brutal hit and walks away unscathed, you may hear someone exclaim how “lucky” they are. But in reality, luck has little to do with avoiding injuries.

Being prepared for impact with the proper protective equipment is what’s most important. So what exactly does that mean? Here are some of the keys to take luck out of the equation:

1. The Perfect Fit

You can’t simply throw any piece of equipment on and just assume it’s going to keep you safe.

Protective equipment — from helmets and shoulder pads to shin guards and mouthguards — must fit correctly so that it’s in place when impact occurs. Protection isn’t one size fits all; everyone is shaped differently, with unique features, particularly the mouth.

The best protection is gear that fits snuggly and comfortably, without moving or the need to be held into place. That isn’t luck.

2. The Proper Amount

Protection is very important, but there is such a thing as too much protection.

While your gear needs to fit correctly, it also needs to be cut and designed the right way too. That means the right amount of material where protection is needed and less material where comfort is more important.

Gear that is overly bulky or too thin isn’t typically comfortable to wear, and therefore isn’t providing the proper protection needed to avoid injuries.

3. The Personal Touch

Not only should your protective equipment be right for your sport it should also be right for you.

Whether you have past injuries, things like braces or even need a mouthguard with extra durability because of your bad chewing habit, your gear should accommodate all of your needs.

And the best protective gear should also give you the ability to show your true personality too!

When it comes to your health and your safety, you shouldn’t bank on luck. Make sure you’re properly prepared with the right protective equipment. Looking for more information on the right gear for you? Click the link below.

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Author Bio

Bobbie Quinn, co-founder of Gladiator Custom Mouthguards, played both lacrosse and field hockey as a youth and went on to play Division 1 women’s lacrosse in college. Bobbie continues to play women’s league field hockey and enjoys watching her son play various sports.