March 17, 2023 1 min read

Grip strength is how firmly and securely you can hold onto things.

Grip strength like strength training increases your bone density, especially through your wrists and elbow joints, therefore reducing your risk of injury. Grip Strength is important in maintaining mobility, strong grip is likely to have a lower risk of chronic diseases and also can help improve the quality of your everyday life.

Exercises to Improve Grip Strength


Hammer Curl

The hammer curl is a great addition to an upper-body strength routine. By activating the brachioradialis muscle in your forearm, hammer curls improve your grip strength.

Pull-Up

pull-ups build upper-body strength, activating muscles in your arms, shoulders, core, and back. Pull-ups enhance your grip strength, preparing you for other strength training exercises.


Farmer Carry

Farmer carry activates muscle groups in both your upper body and lower body and help you build core strength, burn calories, raise your heart rate and increase your grip strength by activating your forearms.

Suitcase Deadlift

 

Suitcase deadlift activates muscle groups across your entire body, including your hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes, spinal erectors, calves, and lower back muscles. Suitcase deadlifts work your forearms, increasing your grip strength, help you build a stronger core, increase flexibility and your ability to perform daily tasks.