Sergey Daragan recently lifted 125kg on IronMind’s Rolling Thunder. Photo Credit via IronMind To put that into perspective, here is Sergey with a 230kg (507lbs) single arm deadlift.
Grip Strength Radio is Back
After a longer hiatus Grip Strength Radio with Jedd Johnson and Jim Smith is back. Topics: establishing World Grip Organization with weight classes (59kg, 66kg, 74kg, 83kg, 93kg, 105kg, 120kg, +120kg) training for 1 inch dumbbell cleans Link to Audio: m4a (wtf? Y U NO MP3?)
Grip Strength Training with Bill Piche – Iron Radio
Listen to Iron Radio Podcast #144 with guest Bill Piche (gripboard.com, mashmonster.com) Topic: Grip Strength Training Link to Audio: mp3 (right click + ‘save as’)
Use Odd Objects to Get a Crushing Grip
Stumbled across this slopy grip training toy. Tickle me GripMo. Looks like fun, but it comes at a hefty $140. So much for that. I like the idea of using odd objects to challenge your grip. But I would probably settle for the Elite FTS Grenades or the good ol’ DIY baseball pull up grips. So the moral of the […]
Konstantin Konstantinovs 350kg Fat Grip Bar Deadlift
Q: How does the beast himself, Konstantin Konstantinovs, train his grip? A: with a 350kg (771lb) fat grip (50mm) trap bar box deadlift.
Pinch Grip Rafter Pull Ups
Try this grip intensive pull up variation. Pinch Grip Rafter Pull Ups
Fat Gripz vs Grip4orce vs Tyler Grips Handles
Jedd from the DieselCrew posted a detailed review of various thick bar handles. He lists the pros and cons of Tyler Grips, Fat Gripz, and Grip4orce Handles. I own a pair of Fat Gripz, but I don’t use them that often. However it’s a nice addition if you want to mix things up in your training.
Paleo Solution Podcast #110 Mixed Grip Deadlifts
In Paleo Solution Podcast #110 Greg Everett shares his opinion on using a mixed grip for deadlifts. Question is at 41:22 on straight leg deadlift grip. Notes: he does not use it (he’s not a powerlifter) doesn’t like position it puts the supinated shoulder in excessive strain on biceps tendon tends to get people facing […]
Ball Grip Pull Ups – Grip Strength Builder
This post on reddit reminded me how awesome homemade grip strength tools like baseballs, tennis balls and softballs are. If you have ever been to a climbing gym you probably have seen these things before. They are a cheap, but valuable addition to your home gym. Click here for a tutorial by Ross Enamait on how to build your own. […]