Hand gripper close

Hand gripper

Also called grip trainer, hand gripper

Hand gripper close, start positionHand gripper close, end position
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Squeeze a hand gripper closed with one hand until the handles meet, hold briefly, then open it slowly under control.

  1. Close fully, hold a second
  2. Open slowly, don't let it snap
  3. Work up to 10 to 20 reps

Movement

Pattern
Wrist curl
Type
Isolation, one joint moves
Sides
One side at a time
Equipment
Hand gripper

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Upper body

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