These are pretty cheap, and you can buy them online, or you may find some hanging around your gym. To test your grip strength with one, perform three squeezes on each hand. How does that feel?

Whilst you may think only serious weight-lifters would benefit from wearing gloves at the gym ... an anti-slip grip helps protect against calluses and blisters while reducing hand fatigue.

the Velites Quad Ultra Hand Grips stand out as the full package, delivering the best balance of protection, flexibility and convenience – all wrapped up with a welcome smattering of gym style.