# grip problem

**URL:** <https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/grip-problem/13583>\
**Category:** Training Q&A \[Moderated\]\
**Created:** [June 10, 2023, 4:52pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/grip-problem/13583 "2023-06-10T16:52:05Z")\
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**Author:** ![Luigi\_Garofalo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/c4cdca/32.png) [@Luigi\_Garofalo](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Luigi_Garofalo)\
**Post date:** [June 10, 2023, 4:52pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/grip-problem/13583/1 "2023-06-10T16:52:05Z")

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Hi dr. Feigenbaum and Dr Baraki,  
I am writing to ask for advice on my deadlift. I noticed that when I lift more than 120 kg, my grip weakens and I cannot complete the movement. This prevents me from progressing and increasing the load. For now, I am using bands to support my grip, but I don’t know if it is the best solution. With bands I can lift 140kg for 4 reps.  
Are there other options I can try to improve my grip and deadlift?  
I tried Hook grip and it was extremely painful.

Thank you for your help and professionalism.

Regards, dr Luigi Garofalo  
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**Author:** ![Jordan\_Feigenbaum](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.barbellmedicine.com/jordan_feigenbaum/32/1315_2.png) [@Jordan\_Feigenbaum](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Jordan_Feigenbaum)\
**Post date:** [June 11, 2023, 2:12pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/grip-problem/13583/2 "2023-06-11T14:12:22Z")

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Dr. G

We have an article on this: [The Grip Problem](https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/the-grip-problem/)

Tl;dr: I think it’s worthwhile to develop grip strength over time using a variety of exercises. Using straps periodically can be useful for training too