Hook Grip: HOW, WHEN, and WHY (and how not to be a baby about it)

You know the hook grip is secure, but do you know why? Why is it that laying the thumb down first instead of over the fingers makes such a difference? It's called a friction grip, but you were already using friction before, so what changed?
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[@gwenarmpitenjoyer221]

Really helpful video, thanks! Your channel is a goldmine with the amount of knowledge and its criminal how underrated it is.

[@TestifySC]

I'm glad it was helpful to you, and thanks for the kind words!

[@EliteLifts82]

Thanks!

[@TestifySC]

You're welcome!

[@Aneddotario]

What is stronger? The hook grip of the switch grip? Which grip have been used to set world records in the deadlift?

[@TestifySC]

They are both very strong, but you will typically see more switch grip than hook grip. Switch grip is more comfortable, and if you have smaller hands or chubbier hands, then hook grip might not be possible.

[@TheDdhahn]

Remember, nobody cares. 😂

[@TestifySC]

That's right :-)