[crayon549]

I just tore a callus under my middle finger on my left hand today deading 385 (alternating hand grip) outside of knees(lower back rippetoe/kilgore style) and it really hurts.

I've never had issues with grip, I've been using a spray on grip that's been working for me pretty well (gym doesn't allow chalk and i hate straps), are there any suggestions to improve grip strength without ruining the consistency of my workout? (5x5 intermediate madcow [linear]- works wonders btw)

for some reason I can't get my hands to stop sweating once I get to higher weights and I know that's affecting my grip too, help meeee

[zop]

Maybe try and get in some grip training? Like CoCs and farmers walks. I've always deadlifted double overhand and haven't encountered any serious grip issues yet.

The callus is something that happens. Your hands will eventually get used it. You can also try soaking your hands in a salt bath after and/or sanding down the callus.

[Orion]

Calluses are a part of the game, try to get used to it.

Grip training such as heavy shrugs, towel shrugs, rack pulls, CoCs, farmers walks/holds, heavy dumbell rows, towel chinups/holds, plate pinching, fat bar lifts etc. is pretty much your only choice.

[crayon549]

thanks for the headsup

im used to having calluses, just never tearing one, and it sure hurts

another issue is that i have calluses on my middle, ring, and pinky fingers, but not my index finger,

does this mean that im holding the bar improperly?

[hunto]

mixed grip
lifting straps

[Klotz]

Recover, get some chalk, and eventually you'll get used to it. Also, since I started using chalk for deadlifts, I have had about three flappers. They are from a. double overhand, b. snatch grip, or c. max weight rack pull.

[kalarippayat]

Originally Posted by crayon549

I just tore a callus under my middle finger on my left hand today deading 385 (alternating hand grip) outside of knees(lower back rippetoe/kilgore style) and it really hurts.

I've never had issues with grip, I've been using a spray on grip that's been working for me pretty well (gym doesn't allow chalk and i hate straps), are there any suggestions to improve grip strength without ruining the consistency of my workout? (5x5 intermediate madcow [linear]- works wonders btw)

for some reason I can't get my hands to stop sweating once I get to higher weights and I know that's affecting my grip too, help meeee

I used the captains of crunch hand grippers to help improve my hand strength (they are quite pricey , though). I also started doing my pullups by using a thick towel hung over the pullup bar. If my grip is sweaty and I can't use chalk I will look for dusty areas and wipe my hands in them, helps a bit but not a lot...

Here is a good article on variations and technique:

TESTOSTERONE NATION - Dissecting The Deadlift

[Sherpa]

Deadlift with the hook grip for a while. That will get your grip strong as well.

[Sconse]

Originally Posted by crayon549

another issue is that i have calluses on my middle, ring, and pinky fingers, but not my index finger,

does this mean that im holding the bar improperly?

Nope, thats where I have mine too, I barely have one on my index fingers. If you read starting strength rip states that thats where you usually will get them too. Its normal

[Standard]

Does the gym have a posted no chalk rule? most places won't make much of a stink if you cleanup after yourself because the mess is why it is banned, so no mess means no issue There are some liquid chalk alternatives like grip plus that alot of people like which you could try. In the mean time, sand your hands down to prevent loosing more skin and get a small towell to dry off your hands between sets.


The CoC grippers are great, but not going to help you hold onto a barbell to well. Farmers walk, static holds, and DOH deads will really help to increase the amount of weigth you can hold on to.