As I mentioned in yesterday’s post, I have been on a bit of mission lately to improve my grip strength. One of my favorite tools to use for training my grip is Fat Gripz, but what if you don’t have those? In fact, what if you don’t want to purchase any additional equipment and only [...]
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Five Free Ways to Increase Grip Strength
Posted: 8th May 2012 by Charlie in Grip TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, free grip strength tips, grip strength, Self Made, training grip strength
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Freaky Forearm Training
Posted: 7th May 2012 by Charlie in Grip TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, forearm training, Gaglione Strength, Joe Gaglione, Self Made
I’ve been on a grip training thing for a while now, so here is another article by Joe Gaglione breaking down grip training. Freaky Forearm Training by Joe Gaglione Get big or die tryin’.
How to Improve Crushing Grip Strength
Posted: 1st May 2012 by Charlie in Grip TrainingTags: Charles Poliquin, Charlie Cates, crushing grip, grip strength, Grip Training, Self Made
Check out this article to see Coach Poliquin describe different types of grip strength, why having a strong grip is important, and how to go about training for one! How to Improve Crushing Grip Strength by Charles Poliquin Get big or die tryin’.
Decrease Tempo to Increase Grip Strength
Posted: 19th April 2012 by Charlie in Grip TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, Grip Training, Self Made, tempo
Something I have been implementing over the last month of my training is a slower tempo during my accessory lifts. Instead of not really being conscious of how fast I am decelerating the weight, I have made it a point to control the negative on a three or four count. By this I mean when [...]
Mace and Club Swinging
Posted: 22nd March 2012 by Charlie in Grip TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, club swinging, club technique, DieselCrew.com, Grip Training, Jedd Johnson, mace swining, mace technique, Self Made
Looking for a different way to mix up your grip training? Check out this article by Jedd Johnson outlining the benefits of club and mace swinging and demonstrating basic technique for both. Mace and Club Swinging by Jedd Johnson Get big or die tryin’.
Programs That Work
Posted: 20th December 2011 by Charlie in Basketball, Bodybuilding, Conditioning, Deadlifting, Fat Burning, Grip Training, Life, Mental Training, Motivation, Nutrition, Pressing, Pulling, Recovery, Squatting, Youth TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, Dave Tate, EliteFTS.com, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Off-Season Basketball Conditioning, Programs That Work, Self Made
I am honored to have one my articles featured in the 2011 Make-A-Wish Foundation “Programs That Work” e-book by EliteFTS.com. To download your copy of this manual, which contains over 30 PR-breaking training programs, click here. All articles are voluntarily written and all proceeds from the purchases are donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Ohio, [...]
Quantifying the Farmer’s Walk
Posted: 12th December 2011 by Charlie in Conditioning, Grip Training, Strongman TrainingTags: abs, Charlie Cates, conditioning, farmer walks, Grip Training, posture, Self Made, Shon Grosse, strongman training, technique
If you are interested in performing farmer walks, check out this article by Shon Grosse for a great look at one of the most common technique problems with the exercise. Quantifying the Farmer’s Walk by Shon Grosse **Side Note: I think a great point is brought up the article regarding a technique problem, but I’m [...]
Training Pinch Grip with a Tennis Ball
Posted: 12th May 2011 by Charlie in Grip TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, forearms, grip strength, Grip Training, Hand Strength, Self Made, tennis ball
In the past I have said that tennis balls are best used for training crushing grip. I am not sure if this is true, anymore, because I have found a very useful way to train them for pinch grip as well. Normally, when you use a tennis ball to train your grip you hold the [...]
Dynamic Pinch Grip Training
Posted: 22nd April 2011 by Charlie in Grip TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, DieselCrew.com, grip strength, Grip Training, Hand Strength, Hand Strength Training, Kris Wragg, Self Made, Strong Wrists
I saw this article on DieselCrew.com and thought it was definitely worth posting due to unique idea of training the grip in a dynamic environment. Dynamic Pinch Grip Training by Kris Wragg Get big or die tryin’.
Easy Ways to Increase Grip Strength
Posted: 8th March 2011 by Charlie in Grip TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, grip strength, Muscle and Fitness, Self Made, weight lifting, wrist straps
One thing I have noticed since I started working with the general public is that most people’s grip strength is horrendous. Not even terrible. It’s absolutely, positively awful. So, if you are suffering from this condition, consider making these simple changes in your training routine: Get rid of the wrist straps I explain why in [...]