Do you use straps/hooks ?

[full_up_qp]

i dont use them and i have a strong grip because of it

 

[Pat Mycroch]

used to use them... don't anymore. My grip has improved tremendously.

 

[Dante666]

I never use straps or even gloves for that matter. I do it to psychologically pump myself up by thinking that it is just me and the weight; no straps, belts, bells, frills, or pillows to pad that simple conflict between man and machine ( free weights). Lame to some, but it works for me.

 

[sk*]

I started using them a few months ago because my hands started looking and feeling like sandpaper with bubbles on them.

Also, I used to always lose my grip on deads, rows, etc. but now don't seem to be having that problem. I guess that means I have weak forearms.

-sk

 

[mixwell]

i only use straps when i do heavy deads....i try not to use them though, to build my wrists and forearms