I play a sport that requires me go to my knees hard and fast and then fight from a down position. Will these keep my knees safe from the fall?
476405
Depends on the sport. Other martial arts may require more or less padding. I train Brazilan Jiu-jitsu and find that these stay on and protect adequately. Since BJJ has much ground techniques, these pads are very useful. Just be sure that you size them correctly according to the website.
476406
It works fine for me for use in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. We use thick mats for the flooring. Not sure what sport you play but if you get slammed hard or do hard shoots you might feel it. Also depends on your knees. It does provide protection but I'm not sure what kind of sport you're referring to. Sometimes I do feel a little shock still.
476407
Hi William - I practice Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and we drill from feet to floor and grapple on the mat. I haven't had any knee issues when wearing these pads. I love them and will keep buying them when they need to be replaced. I hope this answers your question. Please take note that they are sold individually - so order 2!
1560043
Well it depends on what kind of sport and the amount of movement in it . I wouldnt recommend using them as if their on your head they can fall off and break since theyre made of plastic but if your doing light work then go for it .
534109
I wouldn't run in them , I'm pretty sure they would fall off. They are just not made for high impact physical movement.
729350
I don't know if it can prevent them, but it does help support the knee. It gives it that little extra support you may need.
1530207
I doubt it. They protect against bumps from the surface you are kneeling on and the occasional bump. There are much more heavily padded kneepads out there - try Alta. They just don't fit as nice for walking.
425178
I would say these would not work for your purpose. You won't definitely won't get a true bounce in spots as you dribble. Also if you were to take a dive or trip and fall, the grippers on top would tear your skin up something serious. I'd rather fall on smooth concrete or tar. YMMV, but as a basketball player myself, I know these wouldn't 'cut it' for me.
420083
In my opinion this knee pad provides protection when you land on your knees while playing sports like soccer, basketball etc. It does not provide the support needed for squatting with weights. You should look at products like this ...http://www.amazon.com/Lifter-Weight-Lifting-Supports-Training/dp/B00BTZAMIK/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid;=1424548026&sr;=8-9&key;words=knee+protection+for+weight+lifting
1319434
Judging from the ones I have, they do look pretty sturdy and I don't think you would have a problem. Plus I think a lot of the moves would work well from your knees, so it wouldn't be your whole body's weight on them. The only concern is that this equipment can put a lot of stress on your shoulders with your weight, so you will have to be careful and not go too deep, definitely do everything from your knees until you build up strength on these motions :)
372942
I would think not. there is a different material underneath. I would not suggest wearing a knee brace/support other then it's original intention.
124882
I would say yes. Way better than using true boxing gloves and they still give you protection while working out.
2003237
Sorry, I meant prevent blood from pooling in the feet. I don't know how effective they are for specific knee joint problems.
2170569
Not at all. When you put them on correctly they stay in place no matter how rigorous your workout is. Put it this way.. I wear them when playing basketball, which involves sprinting and jumping and bumping into other players. You will not be disappointed with these.
784523
It's not for ligament protection. But will prevent irritating from your knee brace when worn underneath
881660
Volleyball or other "normal" pads are only somewhat effective for soccer. I wear a pair of 661 mountain biking knee pads. Very thick so lots of protection but the problem is that they move on the initial impact be it diving for a save or falling off my bike. I'm picking up a pair of these to wear UNDER my pads so that the big pad will take the fall and when it slips or moves this "base layer pad" will hopefully stay securely in place and absorb any additional impacts or sliding. The only question is since these were designed for basketball and a smooth court will the material holdup to the "grass" I play on which is very rough and unforgiving. We'll see... Volleyball or other "normal" pads are only somewhat effective for soccer. I wear a pair of 661 mountain biking knee pads. Very thick so lots of protection but the problem is that they move on the initial impact be it diving for a save or falling off my bike. I'm picking up a pair of these to wear UNDER my pads so that the big pad will take the fall and when it slips or moves this "base layer pad" will hopefully stay securely in place and absorb any additional impacts or sliding. The only question is since these were designed for basketball and a smooth court will the... » Read More Volleyball or other "normal" pads are only somewhat effective for soccer. I wear a pair of 661 mountain biking knee pads. Very thick so lots of protection but the problem is that they move on the initial impact be it diving for a save or falling off my bike. I'm picking up a pair of these to wear UNDER my pads so that the big pad will take the fall and when it slips or moves this "base layer pad" will hopefully stay securely in place and absorb any additional impacts or sliding. The only question is since these were designed for basketball and a smooth court will the material holdup to the "grass" I play on which is very rough and unforgiving. We'll see... « Show Less
1390133
I use mine for cross-fit style work outs at the fire station to support my knees that suffered moto-cross abuse in the past. I think they would work, but, they advise to not leave them on for long/extended periods. Lots of stair climbs, squats, lunges, sprints, and mobility. Does that help any?
1846324
Not actually, you should be able to lower the weights down to where they would catch the floor. Also, slowly remove your knees from underneath the support pads.
1092626
I have not used my knee pads indoor,but we just had a new floor put down by 2 professionals,and both men wore these particular knee pads on their knees,and there was no damage to the flooring at all.