the Romanian way [which is how the Russians do it] is the exact opposite: you start from the top wrapping the thumb very loosely - then bend your finger and finish the job by squeezing and twisting your other hand around the thumb.. this way you can even use a hook grip on heavy deadlifts ..it's super fast and it never hurts because there is no tension in the tape
It helps with gripping the bar on heavy load lifting days. Also helps protect the thumbs. If you've ever done lots of snatching and cleans, the thumbs will get pretty beat up if they are not taped. Only if you use the hook grip, though. Taping is not necessary if you don't hook grip.
I was a drummer for 15 years therefore my thumbs are made of kevlar lol but I do need some extra support with the gymnastics grips from time to time! Thanks for the videos Rich!
I have noticed when Rich clean and jerks he starts with a hook grip but during the clean he switches his thumb to the outside of the bar so that its in line with his fingers. Can u make a video on how he makes that transition and how often he uses it.
the Romanian way [which is how the Russians do it] is the exact opposite: you start from the top wrapping the thumb very loosely - then bend your finger and finish the job by squeezing and twisting your other hand around the thumb.. this way you can even use a hook grip on heavy deadlifts ..it's super fast and it never hurts because there is no tension in the tape
Not even Indiana Jones could find the secret instruction to how Rich Froning tapes his thumb, thank you for this Rich
It helps with gripping the bar on heavy load lifting days. Also helps protect the thumbs. If you've ever done lots of snatching and cleans, the thumbs will get pretty beat up if they are not taped. Only if you use the hook grip, though. Taping is not necessary if you don't hook grip.
Thanks again for this Video!
PERFECT!!! I was looking at your videos to see if you had this, thanks alot!
I was a drummer for 15 years therefore my thumbs are made of kevlar lol but I do need some extra support with the gymnastics grips from time to time! Thanks for the videos Rich!
I use hook grip on squats, some people would say I'm a stickler for the tickler, but the proof is in the pudding.
fuck yes i was so stoked to see this pop up on my subscriptions
Rich; will you always tape up if you are going to use a hook grip? Also, would you use chalk and tape together, or only one or the other?
How are you taping your hands for muscle ups?
Is this the Elastikon tape by Johnson & Johnson? 2”?
I have noticed when Rich clean and jerks he starts with a hook grip but during the clean he switches his thumb to the outside of the bar so that its in line with his fingers. Can u make a video on how he makes that transition and how often he uses it.
I'm watching this because my thumb bled after doing some DL PRs yesterday. Thanks.
w4yn6 same
What is the main purpose to tape your thumbs? How does it help?
Do you find your strength has decreased now that you've trimmed your beard?
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I use the tape that is used in painting wals, It's isn't flexible it isn't for fitness but I don't have any other to buy in my city :D
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You have to love the fact that a video on taping your thumbs has 47K views as of October 2015. That's the power of CrossFit.