Taped up for hook grip?

Lee (of the brothers Drury)

From Greg Everett's Olympic Weightlifting: A Complete Guide for Athletes and Coaches:

"Typically the Hook grip will be uncomfortable if not considerably painful initially. Consistent use will condition the offending structures appropriately over time and the grip will ultimately offer no trouble. It will, in fact, become more comfortable than a conventional overhand grip. Covering the thumbs with flexible athletic tape can reduce the discomfort and, for some, improve the feeling of grip security by increasing friction. Lifters can submerge the hands in ice water for 5-10 minutes after training to help reduce pain and speed the adaptation."

Do you use it?

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WOD

power snatch 8x2
heaving snatch balance 8x3

then

5 rounds of:
10 bent-over row
max hanging leg raise

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Six Truths of Weightlifting Technique - Catalyst Athletics

We have been hammering on #3, #4, and #5 recently. Read the rest at the cathletics.com.

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