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Beginner Grip Training (Videos)

Beginner Grip Training (Videos)

Finally got a chance (been travelling) to watch Jedd’s video series on Beginner Grip Training. Fantastic information. If you’re just beginning your wrist (and finger) strength journey, check out the first episode ‘Beginner Plate Pinching’ below...
Rolling Thunder Pull-Ups

Rolling Thunder Pull-Ups

Great way to challenge your grip. NB : We first looked at this one in the weekly Strength & Fitness Newsletter (part of the Strength Kit). If you’d like to have it sent to you automatically (free!) each week, just add your email here.

The Grip Master’s Manual (John Brookfield)

This is a truly superb book. When someone asked me this morning about a good book on general grip work, this is the one I recommended. John Brookfield’s The Grip Master’s Manual. It’s certainly a wonderful book to have on your fitness shelves. If you...
Re-Reading : Card Tearing eBook

Re-Reading : Card Tearing eBook

Card Tearing eBook. It all began with a conversation on card-tearing. When it migrated to a serious question-and-answer session, I pointed them to Jedd’s ‘Card Tearing eBook’. Wonderful resource. The result? Pics in a day or two, but it’s fair...