How to hook grip without pain.

[@blueberrymcphuckerson9821]

Underrated as fuck video; straight to the point. I always assumed mfers who could Double Over-Grip >315lb just had really strong grip-strength. I didn't realize technique plays a huge part.

[@HORNSTRENGTH]

Thanks, man! I'm glad you found it useful.

[@lionelcrastha]

Amazing that little detail. My coach thought me this but I wasnt very comfortable doing it. I can't wait to get back to my gym routine soon enough to try this

[@tauabn]

will try this, thank you!

[@espressoinsight]

as someone with a long term thumb joint injury from wrestling years ago, this is something i'll have to give a try. in the past hook grip has been difficult for me due to the limited flexibility and chronic issue with my thumb joint, but I think I may be able to work thru it with this technique.

[@HORNSTRENGTH]

I hope it works for you! Thanks for watching.

[@adamkennington7795]

Great video, direct and very informative. Glad you illustrated the grips on the bar.

[@Oinkooo]

Nice video I recently got my pinky finger swollen trying to dead lift heavy agasint my nail

[@AminaAmina-cp9hg]

Hi doc, my problem is that I can’t grip the bar to the end of the set if that makes sens 😅

[@TheMrJaagoo]

So I just have to have longer fingers, got it.

[@HORNSTRENGTH]

Basically. #smallhandgang 😞

[@johan7262]

Is it bad to start off with the hook grip? as a total beginner

[@HORNSTRENGTH]

Ideally you want to develop your grip strength as much as possible before switching to the hook or straps. So pull with a double overhand grip for as long as you can. When the bar starts slipping, try the hook.

[@andreidmyg]

start now so your pain tolerance on your thumb will go up too

[@ethaningoa7461]

You can start immediately. But supplement with grip work so your grip isn’t weak

[@TjThomas0918]

I’ve always found that it feels like the skin of my thumb is going to get ripped off, not my thumbnail 😢