yidmaster Posted May 11, 2019 Share Posted May 11, 2019 Any opinions on the best way to get better at setting grippers? Not in terms of technique, but more so exercises and training methods. Recently I've given in and started using a braced set when attempting my GHP7, but I'd rather be able to set it properly. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fist of Fury Posted May 11, 2019 Share Posted May 11, 2019 All upper body exercises, along with setting grippers. Thick bar training can help a bit but needs to be done in moderation not to kill gripper strength. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cannon Posted May 14, 2019 Share Posted May 14, 2019 Bench press and sledge levering. You need a strong chest and the ability to transfer power across your wrist. Shoulder stuff would likely help too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wobbler Posted May 14, 2019 Share Posted May 14, 2019 Practicing with baraban or vulcan adjustable gripper (the kind with an extension spring) can be good too since resistance is higher at the start than a torsion spring gripper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamTGlass Posted May 14, 2019 Share Posted May 14, 2019 Set more grippers that’s the training & that’s the test 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
db2000 Posted May 15, 2019 Share Posted May 15, 2019 2 hours ago, wobbler said: Practicing with baraban or vulcan adjustable gripper (the kind with an extension spring) can be good too since resistance is higher at the start than a torsion spring gripper. That and the spread of the vulcan is crazy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Piche Posted May 15, 2019 Share Posted May 15, 2019 On 5/11/2019 at 10:04 AM, yidmaster said: Any opinions on the best way to get better at setting grippers? Not in terms of technique, but more so exercises and training methods. Recently I've given in and started using a braced set when attempting my GHP7, but I'd rather be able to set it properly. The real focus needs to be on exactly the set itself. Because it is EXACTLY what you need to do. There is nothing to substitute for that. The best closers have always been the best setters if you ask me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Flesher Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 On 5/11/2019 at 11:04 AM, yidmaster said: Any opinions on the best way to get better at setting grippers? Not in terms of technique, but more so exercises and training methods. Recently I've given in and started using a braced set when attempting my GHP7, but I'd rather be able to set it properly. Have you seen the video Tanner made? I’m by no means good at grippers but that video added a few pounds to my close just by helping me figure out the set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
db2000 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 47 minutes ago, Tom Flesher said: Have you seen the video Tanner made? I’m by no means good at grippers but that video added a few pounds to my close just by helping me figure out the set. I couldn't see it on his youtube, do you have a link? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McCarter Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 It's been stated by a few other members here, I'll add my input as well. Long story shot, just work the set. No closes, only the set. The best method for getting better at the set is by practicing your set by performing it with grippers you can handle and one's that are above your current level. Take a light gripper and you'll get it down to range you're going to work. A heavy gripper to challenge the set and attempt to get a better performance in relation to where your current working gripper is at. Do not work closes when attempting to work you set. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Flesher Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 9 hours ago, db2000 said: I couldn't see it on his youtube, do you have a link? This is a link to his post: The thread is a wealth of information as well 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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