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The hook grip is the weightlifter’s version of a mini mixed grip providing extra purchase strength throughout the pull while also allowing the arms to stay relaxed for better force transfer.

Learned early, this technique will become automatic and the preferred choice when holding onto a barbell. Applied late in the learning, the athlete will feel reluctant and less confident often having to reduce the weight on the bar to allow the thumb to become better conditioned temporarily stunting the athlete’s progress.

In other words, if you don’t hook grip, start now.

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