Grip strength is an important component of physical fitness that is often overlooked. Strong grip strength not only helps us carry out daily tasks with ease but also helps us excel in sports and other physical activities.

There are different types of grip strength that we use in our daily lives and there are a large number of muscles involved in moving the wrist, hand and fingers, but if we take a look at this from a functional perspective, then when it comes to grip, there are just three main types of grip strength.

In this blog post, we will discuss the three main types of grip strength: crush grip, pinch grip, and support grip.

Crush grip is the most commonly used type of grip strength. It is the grip strength that we use when we shake hands, hold a weight or a tool, or grip a barbell. It involves the squeezing of the fingers and the palm of the hand towards the thumb. The crush grip is essential in weightlifting and other sports that require holding or lifting heavy objects.

There are different ways to improve crush grip strength, including grip training exercises such as the farmer's walk, deadlifts, and grip trainers such as hand grippers.

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The pinch grip is the grip strength that we use when we pinch something between the fingers and the thumb. It is the grip strength used when we hold a pencil, pick up a coin, or grip a plate between the fingers. Pinch grip strength is crucial in many sports such as rock climbing, as well as in day-to-day activities such as carrying groceries.

Improving pinch grip strength can be done by performing exercises such as plate pinches, using grip trainers such as pinch blocks or hub trainers, and practicing with a variety of pinch grip implements.

The plate pinch, however only requires a pair of plates, and all you do is hold the two plates - strictly by pinching them together - for as long as you can. It is a lot harder than you think, so make sure you don't drop a plate on your foot!

The support grip is the grip strength that we use when we hold something for a long time. It is the grip strength that we use when we hang from a bar, carry a heavy bag, or hold a dumbbell for a long time. Improving support grip strength can help you hold heavy weights for longer periods, improve your posture, and reduce the risk of injury.

Exercises that help improve support grip strength include dead hangs, farmers' walks, and timed holds with different weights. Dead hangs - hanging from a pull up bar for long periods of time - is popular on social media, and rightly so, for its effects on upper body mobility. It's also a great way to develop support grip strength.

In conclusion, grip strength is an essential aspect of physical fitness that is often neglected. Improving your grip strength can have a significant impact on your daily life, sports performance, and overall health. By incorporating exercises that target crush grip, pinch grip, and support grip into your workout routine, you can enhance your grip strength and improve your quality of life.

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Happy training and thanks for reading!