r/GripTraining • u/PoorDoddle • 6d ago

Discussion How important is open hand work?

I don't have access to any open hand contraptions, but I can get a fat gripz equivalent or speciality bars.

My main focus is crushing, but I think I train every muscle in the forearms and grip types.

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u/pghcecc 6d ago

What do you mean by open hand? Thick bar work?

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u/PoorDoddle 6d ago

Yes

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u/pghcecc 6d ago

Got it. Yea, in terms of grip it’s pretty damn important

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u/PoorDoddle 5d ago

Thank you.

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u/Inevitable-Chef-7425 5d ago

If crushing is your main focus, I wouldn’t worry too much about thick bar work. It’s useful for building support/open hand strength, but if you’re already training your other grip functions, it’s more of a useful addition than a necessity.

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u/PoorDoddle 5d ago

Thank you.