grip strength is way down this is hurting my workouts as im having trouble holding on to the weights. forearms get so tight that i cant hold then weights

any suggestions?

Are you a Powerlifter or a Bodybuilder type?

I am personally a BBer and therefore I use straps when needed. I dont really give 2 shits how strong my grip is. Its all about how I look and not so much about how strong I am.

BUT if you want a better grip strentgh, google static holds. Very good for grip strength

yes ive got some straps somewhere. just seems that my hands get tired quicker than before

sorry didnt answer your question
bb or pl? basically an old guy trying to get better

i look to compete in a master's class body building contest in a few years im 56 now by 60 i should be ready

also got bit on the forearm the other day ( dog) and it pretty sore

Ouch, damn dog!! And cudos to you friend, anyone who has goals like yours, I respect COMPLETELY!!!!

Well id def suggest using all the "cheats" ie: straps, belts etc. Your body will thank you

Also keep us posted, im interested in your journey

Respect
GB

Does your wrist hurt or does your hand get numb?

If so you may have carpal tunnel.

just strength loss
not really pain just gets where i can hardly hold the weights

straps will fix that for sure

What about using fat gripz? Those may help too.

I use fatgripz and they do help my grip considering I have relatively small hands.

Another thing I can think of besides static holds which has been mentioned are squeezing a tennis ball or using Captains of Crush for grip training.

Good luck on your goals there old dog..I'm almost 49 myself and oh how time flies!

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basically what happens is after a while my forearms get so tight i cant hold the weights. Straps will fix it I know I have some