Guest CrazyCarl95 Posted February 11, 2002 Share Posted February 11, 2002 I finally got my #3 in the mail today. I always knew it was going to be hard, but man that thing feels like a brick when I squeeze it. I have closed the #2 on numerous occassions and just ordered the #3 to do negatives with the eventual goal of closing it. Humbles us common man, but someday hopefully it will give. Good job to you fellas that are certified. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdawg Posted February 11, 2002 Share Posted February 11, 2002 i know what you mean man. i just got my #3 a couple of weeks ago (finally), and HOLY CRAP!! you COC's are monsters. i've got a long road ahead of me, but i'll join ya'll on the list one day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearcat 74 Posted February 11, 2002 Share Posted February 11, 2002 It is very humbling, I was 1.25" away if I remember correctly on my first try. Take your time and don't worry about it. Just remember, don't get injured..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sybersnott Posted February 11, 2002 Share Posted February 11, 2002 I know how you feel. When I first got my #3, I couldn't budge it... let alone try and close it. Time and training got me to where I am today. Even if you can close the #2, the #3 is like night and day. Train HARD, and Good Luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tou Posted February 12, 2002 Share Posted February 12, 2002 Wait until you get your hands on the #4 !!! That is a brick. Seriously, the #3 is a monster gripper and I hope that my PDA gripper (that has been shipped today !) will help me to close it. If you can close the #2 casually, try strap holds with it. It's one of the best thing to do in order to close the #3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kINGPIN Posted February 12, 2002 Share Posted February 12, 2002 Like all grippers, when you first squeeze it it does give way nicely. Then all of a sudden it bites. When that happens, all you can do is keep squeezing. I am using it for heavy negatives at the moment as suggested by someone on this board......can't think who though. I am also doing strapholds with the #1 but again the name of the person who recomended it escapes me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sybersnott Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 Kingpin, Excessive use of grippers CAN lead to loss of memory!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Anacleto Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 I better trim down my gripper work because I have been experience a bit of memory loss(ie going into a room and forgetting what has to be done!) :0 Had a long break 3-4 month break from finishing high school and I'm starting university 2 weeks from now! :crazy I better train my brain because I haven't touch a textbook for 3 months! JAMES Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roark Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 James, Sounds like you be including some 'forced openings' in your life soon regarding books. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Anacleto Posted February 14, 2002 Share Posted February 14, 2002 Roark - I like reading textbooks especially maths and scineces. I'm no good at English(I just pass the English component in the uni entrance!). At last no more english in university! I'm doing BE Photovoltaic Engineering - it's all about solar energy(sunlight>electricity). 4-5 years more to go and no more textbooks!!! THis is my super abbreviated grip routine to complement with my studies: Monday Warm up - T x 6 reps Set 1 #1 Straphold hold for 10s Set 2 #1 for reps Thursday Warm up - T x 6 reps Set 1 ISG x 12 reps Set 2 ISG(inverted) x 12 reps Gripper Workout takes about 7 minutes. I have to study like a FREAK because I need to get excellent grades :p James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Anacleto Posted February 14, 2002 Share Posted February 14, 2002 ISG = Ivanko Supergripper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdawg Posted February 14, 2002 Share Posted February 14, 2002 study hard james. i wish i had my freshman year, maybe then i wouldn't have to hang around another year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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