Thanks to Getswole...

[Crazymank]

I bought some straps today and had the best fing back workout period.

 

[jtunderdog]

I won't do deadlifts without them, but will have to try the pulldowns as well.

 

[teedubgee]

What kinda straps did you get? I just got some brand new APT one's. I'm using em for the first time today. My last pair lasted me for years.

 

[Pharm_Fed]

Awesome bro. I got to use my wrist straps for back day yesterday for the first time and most of my lifts went up 60-70 lbs because my grip wasn't a factor anymore. I just bought cheap ones, made by Schiek. I may end up buying some better ones later, but I like these for now. What kind did you go with?

 

[Get_Swole]

now that thats outta my system lol's. Good to hear norm im never doing back without them. Even if i do the same weight without because my grip is strong i can just hit back that much better. when you try to hold on at all with your grip you end up pulling more with your biceps.

Im a fan of these shieks for quick hook up If they were about 1/2 inch longer it would be better but they are still great. I also double them for wrist straps when going really heavy on dumbells.
Model 1000-DLS - Dowel Lifting Straps
http://www.schiek.com/straps.html

 

[Crazymank]

I just went to dunums. bought the leather ones for like 8 bucks.

I was able to use a lot more weight and got this huge fing pump.

 

[mikeswift]

now that you're all done blowing each other can you get back to work?

 

[Crazymank]

haa haa!!! someone feeling a little left out???

 

[Crazymank]

btw.... this is my job....

 

[Get_Swole]

btw.... this is my job....

werd to my brotha

 

[saudades]

I use straps only after the weight is too heavy for me to use my grip. I also have a pair of hooks that I haven't used much, but they do work.

 

[MrPerfect]

"Milk is for babies"
"straps are for babies"

SCREW ARNOLD

and i love'em both