Any benefit to these other than potential forearm strength increase?Does training with these increase strength on the same lifts with smaller bar?
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I used them for my chest and back routines yesterday and noticed that for the chest flies that FatGripz seems to make it more strenuous for the chest. My trainer tried it himself and he noticed that it did work harder on the chest than without them.
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Yes when it came down to using them I had to drop down a little in weight do to my body activating different muscles I've haven't really used for stability, bench pressing with them are must!! Over all they've worked very well with any type of bars but I've have best success with barbells and dumbbells. The Gripz are made from pretty durable rubber. I won't recommend using during deadlifts. Also when it came to using easy-curl bars it's a awkward grip I'm not to comfortable with. I personally have not used anything else for forearm strengthening. But I can recommend the manta ray for helping out squats and lunges. Hopes this May help out. Yes when it came down to using them I had to drop down a little in weight do to my body activating different muscles I've haven't really used for stability, bench pressing with them are must!! Over all they've worked very well with any type of bars but I've have best success with barbells and dumbbells. The Gripz are made from pretty durable rubber. I won't recommend using during deadlifts. Also when it came to using easy-curl bars it's a awkward grip I'm not to comfortable with. I personally have not used anything else for forearm strengthening. But I can recommend the manta ray for... » Read More Yes when it came down to using them I had to drop down a little in weight do to my body activating different muscles I've haven't really used for stability, bench pressing with them are must!! Over all they've worked very well with any type of bars but I've have best success with barbells and dumbbells. The Gripz are made from pretty durable rubber. I won't recommend using during deadlifts. Also when it came to using easy-curl bars it's a awkward grip I'm not to comfortable with. I personally have not used anything else for forearm strengthening. But I can recommend the manta ray for helping out squats and lunges. Hopes this May help out. « Show Less
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I just purchased these, so I am in the experimental stage of use. I noticed a definite difference just doing light curls. I attached them to a pair of 25# d.b.'s and then took them off for a set and there is a noticeable difference. I am not an Exercise Scientist by any means, but I have to assume increased resistance is going to be beneficial, and would translate to all lifts. If that helps, glad I could.
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This is really a forearm, and grip strength tool, but people do find it helps their arms and shoulders grow, though I can see this as a benefit of a stronger grip. A stronger grip can also help your deadlift, even if you use straps. I should point out it is not suggested to use these on deadlift, or any grip dependent move.Before these came out, people would wrap a towel around the bar to get a similar effect. If somebody questions their benefit, I suggest they try the towel first.
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Utilizing these within your training cycle will increase strength with the same lifts. Rotate using them and not using them, in time you'll be able to lift more in those specific lifts. I found these to be most beneficial with pulling movements.
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I did use them on one 5k row (stationary rower) and they worked ok. There is not any rotation of the hand or sustained weight pulling against them and it was fine. I would still go with a different option for the price tag. I saw a pair of these on eBay recently starting at $0.99 bid and asked the seller what they thought. He had a very negative opinion as well. Hope this helps. Good luck!
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I don't know, I put them on a mountain bike so I didn't care all that much about weight. They are 'ergodynamic' in that they are rather wide on top. I think this is to better fit your hand if you ride much on top. I am able to lay my forearms down on the wide top, which is comfortable, to get a better aero profile on some long flats. They are aluminum but probably heavier that typical road bars.
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According to my wife they are a great exercise aid but her view is that they wouldn't do much for wrists. More for upper arms, shoulders and general cardio benefits.
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yes. they work even better with forearm crutches. Im a PT and have had many patients use these tips with success.
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I use them for pushups. Also using them for situps instead of overhead bar makes the resistance greater.
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yes....we have 10 of these bars and they work good. Only problem is some of the knurl's are rougher than the other so it can tear your hands up when your doing oly lifts.
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I use them just like weights in the gym. They are awesome. I love them. Good luck.
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They extend a foot or so and are easy to adjust quickly once you get the hang of it. I put marks on my rack so I could remember which holes correspond to which lifts.In terms of bailing on a rep they work great for bench press. For squats, however, I'm always a little nervous that I'm going to miss them if/when I have to bail on a failed rep. I haven't missed yet, but I recommend practicing your bail with an empty bar to make sure you're properly lined up over the safeties.
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I do the same kinds of exercises I would with dumbbells. I'll do curls, flys, and raises to the front and sides. I'll use the paddles to increase resistance on my core as I rotate left and right. I also use them for additional resistance when I'm jogging in the pool (slightly more than waist-high water).
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Ruben, they certainly have the potential to reduce wrist pain -- in using these such bars, the weight will be on your forearms as opposed to your hands. Make sure, too, that your saddle is properly adjusted -- ideally, your bodyweight will be distributed between your hands/arms, your saddle, and your feet. If your saddle is too high (or is angled forward), it may be that too much of your bodyweight is pressing into your hands. If you are buying these solely because of wrist pain, they very well may help -- but I personally would first make sure that your saddle is adjusted correctly :)
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You could, but honestly it's pointless. I use them for heavy bag workouts with some 14oz gloves and they're very supportive. The only thing that lacks support with them is thumb support. I use them for heavy bag workouts under my gloves and they work like a charm.
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They come in pairs. Also, I see a lot of beginning weightlifters hurt their shoulders - I'd consider adding a few shoulder stabilization ex's to your routine, Bulletproof Your Shoulder is one good resource.
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Rian, the more I think of it, if I were you and wanted to do some exercises to get in better shape before joining a gym I'd work on basic pushups, free squats, crunches, walking/running/biking and not these straps. They are more advanced than the ones I just mentioned. Using these straps takes more balance and they are harder than just normal pushups, etc.
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Welll it would help with stretching the muscles and tendons which is good. Giving you more range of movement and extra strength to lift things.
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I use them for strength training on my squat/dead days and they work great. They are a level 1, so it's gives light support, but it's mainly for mild compression and joint warmth to help with blood flow. I don't have any joint issues though, so these level 1 sleeves work for me.
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Not familiar with your pull-up bar, but I have attached these to a pull-up bar on my squat rack. Functionally they work, BUT they do drop you 7-8 inches lower, so you may need to lift your legs to clear the floor.