Ok, so some
people like to keep it super natural in the gym. No gloves no straps, just
natural grip.
Well fine
be that way, but if you really want to push it, sometimes the gloves or straps
are the only option.
Some exercises
cannot be assisted by a workout partner or you might not have a workout partner
to assist you. With the assistance of a strap or grip, you can focus more on
the muscle you are trying to fatigue rather than worrying that the grip you
have on the bar is about to let go and make one hell of a scene.
But the
straps can be time consuming and tricky to work out. And plain old gloves don’t
stain away the fatigue as much as a strap. So what is the solution?
GRIPS!
I have had
my Versa Grips now for over 3 years… they are still going strong! Back then I paid
about $70 and now they sell for about $100!!
There are
however some decent options on the market that have taken the same idea and are
just selling them cheaper.
One such
brand that I bought for my brothers Christmas present was DAM who make gloves
and straps and a few other things.
As for their
lasting power, only time will tell.
If you look
at the pictures you will see how the unit operates. This ultimately locks the
glove onto the bar or handle and allows the weight of the object to force the
rubber strap to stay attached, even if you let your thumbs and grip go. Only once
the tension is off the support will you be able to unlock it from the GRIPS
GRASP!!!
This has
allowed me to gain a few extra rep on wide grip chin ups, pull ridiculous
weights on one arm pulls and allowed extra focus on posture for things like dead
lifts. Pretty much, if it’s back day, I need my grips to punish the body to the
MAXIMUM!!!
To find
these lifting aids, search for versa grips through eBay or check with your
local supplement or fitness store.
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