For CrossFit, weightlifting, and gymnastics, hand grips are essential for protecting your palms from rips and blisters.

The Ultimate Guide to Buying Hand Grips: Choose the Right Pair for Your Goals

Adjustable grippers allow you to increase the tension as you get stronger, while fixed-weight options (like the legendary IronMind Captains of Crush ) offer precise, heavy-duty resistance.

You can choose between thin for a natural bar feel, 2mm double-thick leather for extra durability, or synthetic materials like the that often don't require chalk.

If your goal is to build forearm muscle or improve your "crush" strength, you need a resistance-based hand gripper.