Strong Grip = Increase On Lifts?????

[punch]

Very intersting when a Bodybuilder incorporates some PLifting techniques. Specifically, Grip variation. In the case of Overhead presses my wieght has actually increased by squeezing the bar very hard at the onset of the set. I could feel the squeeze engage my forearms which actually made the wieght feel lighter.

I noticed this as well doing skulls the other day. It is puzzling to me then to see why so many neglect doing direct forearm work.

I hit my forearms directly twice a week. Over the last 3-4 years it has helped indirectly and directly in all my lifts. I think its important to point out that especially in the case of newbies, grip strength is essential and should coincide with increases in wieght with other lifts. Every pressing and pulling movement you do requires your hands, dont let them be the weakest link in the chain. Peace

 

[Cuthbert]

Strong grip will help a lot. There is a REASON olympic lifters use the hook grip.. they can't afford to lose any power through the hands.

 

[d3track]

yup

and bbers with big bi n lil forearms look a lil funny too

 

[granby140]

when doing skull crushers i use the strongest grip i can give. I once let some weight fall on my noggin and damm did it hurt. Thank god i was weak then and it wasnt alot of weight