Accessories
Gorilla Wear 5MM Premium Knee Sleeves
Sold as a pair. Five millimetres of compression and warmth around the knee for squats, deadlifts and lunges, with reinforced stitching. Lifters who want compression and warmth around the knee for squats and lunges.
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Our verdict
Gorilla Wear 5MM Premium Knee Sleeves. Sold as a pair. Five millimetres of compression and warmth around the knee for squats, deadlifts and lunges, with reinforced stitching. What stands out: five millimetres of compression and warmth; reinforced stitching; sold as a pair. The product page on the Gorilla Wear site gives the full details.
Sleeves slip over the joint and add compression and warmth, which many lifters find reassuring on heavy sets and in the first warm-up rounds. They are a comfort and confidence tool: they are not a treatment for an injury, and anyone with a joint problem should get proper advice. Thickness changes the feel, so the choice depends on the loads and the movements, and a snug fit matters more than the brand.
What we like
- + Five millimetres of compression and warmth
- + Reinforced stitching
- + Sold as a pair
What to know
- - Not a treatment for a knee problem
- - Snug fit can take effort to put on
Frequently asked questions
Are sleeves the same as wraps?
No. Sleeves slip on and add compression and warmth. Wraps are wound around the joint and add tension for heavy lifts.
Do they treat an injury?
No. They are a comfort tool. For a joint problem, ask a health professional.
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