Hello Community.
currently i’m stagnated at 90kg deadlift. I’m going twice the week to the gym.
My main issue is that the grip is difficult and shortly after that i’m not able to hold the bar.
I’m wearing gloves because after at some point the hand inside skin got so open that on the next train it began to hurt, so that I’m not able to do the workout clean.
Should i focus to do some training for the hand or try it without gloves so that the hands get trained?
As others mentioned, you can use a mixed grip. A hook grip is another option that a lot of people use. Either way, try using a conventional grip during your warmup sets to strengthen your grip. Liquid chalk can help. Also, if you don’t plan on competing in powerlifting, straps are perfectly acceptable (they’re also great to use for when/if your hands feel beaten up).
No gloves and mixed grip is the way to go. You can train your grip just by doing double overhand and holding the bar for as long as goh can at the top of the last rep. Then switch to grip on sets where your grip is shot.
What kind of program are you on?
Don’t put the bar fully into your hand. Put it flat against the base of your fingers. This removes callous buildup which can become teared off while lifting. Do mixed grip, but only on sets that are so heavy that your hands are the weakest link. On 50kg for example, use normal grip. Over time your fingers will become stronger.
Chalk is nice. I use the liquid chalk, no mess.
Thanks for all the posts! :)
I will beginn to train my grip strength. Ordered two grip tools. Will report in some weeks if it improved my situation :)
chalk/magnesium is in my gym forbidden because some guys did mess with them. Maybe i try liquid chalk.
