Hooker 2 lifting straps

[chair]

Grip is the first thing to fail when doing shrugs, even with straps. So I was wondering, would these straps that hook to the bar be benificial?

[ctgblue]

of course they will
I use regular canvas straps
I do deads raw, to build up my grip strength + you can't use them in a meet
THEN I use my straps for other back work as my grip is usually gone by then
The hooks are easier but the straps more adjustable.

[chair]

What I meant to say is your hands doing any of the work or is the hook supporting the weight 100%?

[ctgblue]

Never tried them, they do not look very adjustable so you may get minimal work from the hands.
Again, this is why I use canvas, you can adust the wrap to work the hands a little more or a little less.

[gsteclipse97]

do you think that these would be better than the original ones or vice versa???

[ctgblue]

I still say, if you're gonna use straps, use canvas
this way it brings your actual grip somewhat into play
then eventually wean yourself off them, it's hard to do this when you've got some metal hook holding all the weight
I started at 405 with straps, eventually dropped the straps and eventually could pull over 600 without them

[jake24]

straps are pretty good

[mike60]

straps are pretty good
I have been using hooker lifting straps for about 1 month and love them!
I have an artificial elbow so have very weak grip. I do a lot of pullups, chinups, and dips, also deadlifts. Would feel naked without them.
They help tremendously!
Mike60

[PullBig]

The hooks replace about 50% of your grip to all if need be. I have a pair of leather straps as well. The hooks are good for when your grip is completely gone or you have an injury to your hand.