Training
Forget Forearm Finishers: Find the Grip Bottleneck Limiting Your Pulls
A weak grip does not always announce itself as a grip problem. It shows up as deadlifts that slip before the back is done, pull-ups that…
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The 30-Day Forearm Challenge That Boosted My Grip Instantly
After many years of powerlifting, rock climbing, grappling, and lifting weights without wrist straps, it’s fair to say that I already have a pretty strong grip…
Calisthenics
5 Dangerous Dead Hang Mistakes That Can Lead to Serious Injury
‘Dead hangs’ might sound a bit intense, but it’s not what you are probably imagining. This exercise involves hanging onto a pull-up bar, which primarily targets…
Training
Overhand vs. Underhand Barbell Rows: The DEFINITIVE Answer to Which is BEST for Your Goals
The barbell bent-over row is a controversial exercise. In fact, some trainers label it as “contraindicated,” meaning most people should avoid it. This is mainly because…
Body Mechanics
Average Grip Strength in Men and Women: Discover the Secrets of Strong Hands
As a 16-year gym veteran, I see the same trends repeating over and over again. Most lifters train their chest, back, shoulders, triceps, and biceps, but…
News
73-Year-Old Strongman Legend Beats Larry Wheels In Grip Strength: “Honestly, Blown Away”
Larry Wheels is a freak in all aspects, but he has a particularly strong grip now that he has been arm wrestling for three years. However,…
Training
Grip Tips For More Productive Workouts
How much attention do you pay to your grip during your workouts? If, like most lifters, you just grab on to the knurled part of the…
Chest
Wide Grip Bench Press: A Kickass Chest Workout
When it comes to working out your chest muscles, nothing beats the bench press. With a bench press, the weight is loaded directly above your chest,…