I am looking for any kind of straps, gloves, whatever that will strengthen my grip for pull ups. I think I have hit a plateau, and I know this is one thing causing it. Anyway, whatever it is, it needs to be cheap.
I was thinking Versa Gripps. Anyone know if these are any good?
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10-05-2013, 05:26 PM #1Registered User
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10-05-2013, 05:49 PM #2Registered User
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Versa Gripps are goodOriginally Posted by SirNick89
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10-05-2013, 06:53 PM #3Texarkana Tosser
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I don't think you can go wrong with the versa grips....but to strengthen your grip I think the best thing would be is to do just that. Don't rely on the straps to strengthen your grip. I know how you feel though, I have smaller hands with an average grip. Personally, I would rather try to improve my grip strength than to use a strap. Just a thought.
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10-05-2013, 09:27 PM #4Two Rep Cave *****
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When I first started doing pullups I was using straps to help my grip. But I quit pretty soon, because the straps were kind of encouraging me to release my grip tension, so my forearms were relaxing too much, leading to some pain that took a while to go away.
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10-06-2013, 02:41 AM #5Home gym 'til I die.
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If you don't already specifically train your grip, I think you'll be surprised with how much it will help this issue.
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10-06-2013, 10:34 AM #6Registered User
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I agree with P&I on this. If your grip is holding you back on pull ups, then it's your grip strength you need to work on. Improving your grip strength will help with your deadlift too...
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10-06-2013, 12:00 PM #7Registered User
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Okay then. Anyone know ways I can strengthen my grip? I have a couple different sets of clamps. I can use those and eventually get my grip stronger.Originally Posted by KBKB
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10-06-2013, 12:31 PM #8Home gym 'til I die.
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Free or cheap- towel pullups, heavy rack pulls, pullup bar dead hangs for time, make a pinch block, make a wrist roller, farmers walks, lever bar work.....to name a few.Originally Posted by SirNick89
Simple equipment- Hand grippers, thick handles such as the Ironmind rolling thunder, thick bar training.... to name a few.
Theres so much info written already on grip training, google is your friend.My training log:
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