I recently start casually lift at the gym . after get into heavier weight , I find that my limit be more base on what pain my hand could take from hold the metal weight and bar , instead of what my muscle could lift . so I buy these glove and could not be happier . now I can focus on lift the weight rather than worry about my hand get tear up . I be new to weight lifting , but even for light to moderate weight these glove make a big difference . I be sure other glove would do the trick too , but these have a great price and look . they run small , so order a size up if you be uncertain .