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When do you need grips?
If you plan to do a lot of rig work, grips can make a big difference. They protect your palms and provide a better grip when you need to hold on for extended periods. This is especially true when your session involves many repetitions and techniques like kipping pull-ups, toes-to-bar, or muscle-ups.
Many people primarily use grips to avoid tearing their hands. Others use them for better flow in their workout or to hang more from their wrists, thereby relieving hands and fingers when the volume is high.
Whether you train CrossFit, functional fitness, or another type of training that involves rig work, a good pair of grips can make both training and competitions more manageable - and not least, more fun!
Our most popular grips
Grips like these are often used in exercises such as pull-ups, toes-to-bar, chest-to-bar, and muscle-ups.
FAQs
**What are grips used for?**
Grips are used to protect your palms and provide better grip when you train on the rig. Many people use them for exercises such as pull-ups, toes-to-bar, chest-to-bar, and muscle-ups. They can make your workout more comfortable, relieve pressure on your hands, and reduce the risk of tearing your hands.
Do I need grips in Crossfit?
You don't need grips to do CrossFit, but if you do a lot of exercises like kipping on the rig, they can make a big difference. They protect your hands and can provide better flow in workouts with many repetitions on the bar.
What is the difference between grips with chalk and without chalk?
Grips used with chalk are designed to provide extra friction when using chalk on your hands or the bar. They should have some chalk on them to function optimally. Grips without chalk are designed to provide a good grip directly on the bar and are often used in gyms where chalk is not allowed.
What are hybrid grips?
Hybrid grips work both with and without chalk. They are a good choice if you train at different gyms or want one pair of grips that works in most situations.
What exercises are grips used for?
Grips are often used in exercises such as:
- pull-ups
- toes-to-bar
- chest-to-bar
- bar muscle-ups
- ring muscle-ups
They are especially used in CrossFit and other functional training where hands receive a lot of stress.
How do I choose the right grips?
Choose grips according to your training style and the bars at your gym or box. If you use chalk, grips that work with chalk can provide the best grip. If you train without chalk, grips designed for direct friction against the bar may work better. Hybrid grips are a safe choice if you want something that works in both situations.
I'm new to strength & conditioning. Do I need grips?
No, you don't need grips to start. But if you train a lot on the rig, they can make your workout more comfortable and save your hands a bit.
Many start perfectly fine without. But if your training involves a lot of rig exercises – such as pull-ups, toes-to-bar, or other exercises on the rig – grips can make the session more comfortable.
Grips protect your palms from tears and can provide a slightly better grip on the bar. Many therefore choose to start using grips as their training involves more bar work or higher training volume.
Which grips suit you?
Choose grips according to how you train: with chalk, without chalk – or both.
With lime
These grips are designed to be used with chalk (magnesium).
If you love to dive into the chalk bucket, or if the bars at your gym are already covered in the powder - these are for you.
Without lime
Grips that fit smooth bars, without the use of chalk (magnesium).
The material is often a little thicker and sticks to the rig like glue. Works well in gyms that prefer smooth bars without chalk.
Hybrid
For those who want a pair of grips that work for most things.
Hybrid grips work both with and without chalk and are a safe choice for those who have not yet found a favorite, or train in different places.
How to choose the right grip size?
The correct size of grips is mostly about how much coverage and grip you want in the palm of your hand. Most grips come in several sizes, and the right size ensures they fit better on your hand and provide better control on the rig.
How to measure your hand
- Lay your hand flat.
- Measure the distance from the base of your palm to the start of your middle finger (where the finger begins).
- Compare the measurement with the size chart for the grips.
As a rule of thumb:
- Smaller hand → S or M
- Larger hand → L or XL
A little larger or a little smaller?
Some experienced athletes choose grips that are slightly larger than their hand, so they can create a small fold ("dowel") against the bar. This can provide a better grip in exercises such as:
- pull-ups
- toes-to-bar
- muscle-ups
If you want a tighter fit, choose a size that is closer to your actual measurement.
Unsure about the size?
If you are between two sizes, many choose the smaller size if the goal is better control, and the larger size if you want more palm protection.
💡 Tip: When you first use grips, it may take a few sessions before they feel completely natural. Give them some time, and they will often mold better to your hand.