Does the alterternate grip make DLS *easier*
I know the alternate grip means the bar wont slip but does that mean that it#'s slightly less taxing? e.g. if someone normally does 100lbs, could they do 120lbs with an alternate grip?
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07-17-2007, 06:22 AM #1Registered User
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Does the alterternate grip make DLS *easier*
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07-17-2007, 06:55 AM #2Funk Slap Bass
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It's not less taxing. It's just as hard except you don't have to worry as much about your grip. You're focusing on the muscle the exercise is suppose to work. e.g. I get stuck doing bb shurgs at about 315 when I use a normal grip and can up that to 405 with an alternate grip because the bar can't roll on my legs when I bring it up.
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07-17-2007, 07:00 AM #3Registered User
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I actually find it feels less taxing and I can/have actually lift more weight. It might just be physiological though since as stated you don't have to worry about the grip as much - and it feels stronger.
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07-17-2007, 07:08 AM #4Registered User
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You can be limiting your potential lifting power by weak grip. So by using the alternate grip you will find holding the bar easier but the back is being used exactly the same. It just means you will be able to use a heavier load but not because of different muscle recruitment.
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07-17-2007, 08:21 AM #5The BACKMAN
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I don't know if it makes it easier, but it's certainly a stronger grip for me.
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07-17-2007, 08:36 AM #6Registered User
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i haven't noticed it being easier or better for me (of course i use straps, so that might make a difference there)
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07-17-2007, 08:38 AM #7You can call me John
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I use an alternate grip which makes it easier to hold and lift more but also use mixed grip.
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07-17-2007, 08:52 AM #8GROPEGRABOSHITWTFBBQ!
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It feels weird to use an alternating grip.
Hence, I don't use it.
Sometimes in RL I'll find myself using it, I guess I use it when I use a broom?
As you see though, it's a matter of person preference. I've seen a video of some short dude DLing 800 something pounds with standard grip, but Ronnie Coleman pops out the same weight using alt.
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07-17-2007, 09:41 AM #9Registered User
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Pronated grip for warmup and lower weight sets, mixed when I'm approaching my max. It allows me to move more, with good form, therefore allowing me to work my back more than just pronated grip.
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07-17-2007, 11:39 AM #10"Only For the STRONG"
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might add a few extra pounds
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07-17-2007, 11:54 AM #11
it will only add extra weight if your grip is your weak point i think.
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07-17-2007, 12:07 PM #124 8 15 16 23 42
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The mixed grip will make it easier to hold onto the bar. You will probally be able to pull alittle more.
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07-17-2007, 12:12 PM #13fukctional strength
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It's more taxing LOL because you can lift more!
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07-17-2007, 12:14 PM #14Registered User
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Powerlifters deadlift with an alternated-grip:Originally Posted by Sockomalo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTzKX...elated&search=
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqcGO...elated&search=
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VZOl...elated&search=
It increases their grip strength.
I don't think you will ever see a powerlifter not pulling with an alternated-grip.Last edited by papi93; 07-17-2007 at 12:21 PM.
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07-17-2007, 12:19 PM #15fukctional strength
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Originally Posted by Sockomalo
Compared to posterior chain I think the grip will always be the weak point - mixed grip all the way!
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07-17-2007, 12:28 PM #16yea i know that, i just meant that it will allow you to lift more weight if its your grip that normally goes first.Originally Posted by papi93
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