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What is Athletic Tape in BJJ?

Also known as: Sports tape, White tape

Quick Definition

Tape used to protect fingers, toes, and other joints during training.

Full Explanation

Athletic tape is used extensively in BJJ to protect and support fingers, toes, and other joints. Finger taping is especially common because gi gripping puts enormous stress on the finger joints. Common taping methods include buddy taping (taping two fingers together) and X-taping for individual finger support. Many experienced practitioners tape their fingers every training session. White athletic tape is the standard.

Examples in Context

"I tape my fingers before every gi training session"

"Taping prevents finger injuries from all the grip fighting"

Related Terms

Finger Tape

Narrow tape specifically for protecting finger joints from gi grip stress.

Grips

Hand positions used to control opponents, especially important in gi.

Injury

Physical harm sustained during training or competition.

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