If your grip is not a limiting factor using DOH, because it feels secure and is not slipping, is there any reason to use mixed or hook (other than to prepare for when you'll need those)?
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Yes. Refer to the rulebook of whichever federation you lift in for more details on exactly what is allowed.Originally Posted by Tzal
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If your grip is not a limiting factor using DOH, because it feels secure and is not slipping, is there any reason to use mixed or hook (other than to prepare for when you'll need those)?
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Fixed that for you. No reason at all.
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So let's recap.
A mixed grip allows a lifter to lift more than hook grip correct? Lifting more weight = stronger lifter. If I am lifting to get strong and don't plan on competing do I need to ever mix my grip? It seems to me a mixed grip=more weight which is essential for a competitive lifter but a higher risk of unnecessary injury for a lifter who just wants to compete against themselves. Please advise.
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No.
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Do you think Dr. F could have hooked this?
Jordan Feigenbaum 705 Deadlift - YouTube
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My hook grip is stronger than my mixed grip. How strong your hook is depends a lot on the size and thickness (har har har) of your fingers and palm.
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Do you think Brad Gillingham could have hooked this?
Look closely.
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I started doing it after seeing it suggested in a DL grip thread on the forums a while back. I gave it a shot and found that it helped my grip feel more secure. It's now part of my warmup ritual. I rip the tape lengthwise and wrap the phalanges of my thumbs, and proximal and middle phalanges of my index and middle fingers.
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George Leeman pulling 876 with a hook grip:
Skip to 1:40 for his comments on the hook grip.
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