Best Grip Strengthener Reviews 2018

The cost of a grip strengthener depends on the type of strengthener you want. If you want a simple device with the basic traditional design – that is, two handles with a tension spring on top, then you can easily get it with about $10 or less. However, if you want the advanced grippers that require you to wind instead of pressing the handles, with advanced calibrated tension dials to adjust the resistance levels, then be ready to spend about $150 or more. The good thing with such devices is that you do not have to buy a set since you can adjust the resistance levels on a single device. You might want to keep away from some very cheap grip strengtheners with cheap materials, as they will not only be less effective, but might also lead to injuries.

When shopping for grippers, you need to consider your level. If you are just starting out, you’ll need devices with a lower resistance level than when you are a seasoned trainer with already strong arms. You should, therefore, check the resistance level in pounds to get the right hand grip strengthener. Go for one that is just a little more challenging for you to close to get the most out of this exercise, or get one which allows you to adjust these levels from the easiest to the most difficult. There are a few other aspects that you may also want to check.

Here is what we are talking about…

• Materials- Consider the quality of material used to make the device you intend to buy.
• Dimensions- Check the size of your device/s depending on the size of your palms.
• Resistance Dial- If you are going for the advanced forearm strengthener, you may want to check the dial to ensure it works properly and has the levels you need.

Simple grip strengtheners are made of two handles extending to a tight spring at the top that provides the resistance. You train by holding the handles on either side with your palms and fingers, then pressing to make the handles touch. In some other strengtheners, one side has a solid handle and the other has isolated spring-loaded digits. Such grips are ideal for finger training. Still, there are those that have an oval shape or an oval bangle. Such a device requires you to press in a vertical motion. Yet another design is the circular wrist strengthener. It comes with circular bearing-like parts that you need to squeeze in either direction using your fingers through various adjustable resistance levels. Some have extended handles that you can hold with your entire palm, covered with soft rubber and with a calibrated tension dial at the center.

These devices are made mostly from plastic or wood, save for a few that come with metal bars. Their springs, though, are all made of metal. Consider the quality of material before deciding on the grips to buy.

Wrist or forearm training is important for all hand movements. Whether you are a sportsperson or not, you still require strong forearms for various activities. The focus is on strengthening your grip by strengthening your wrist muscles and fingers. For a more effective training, it is important that you have a set of grips ranging from the easiest to the hardest level. The easy level is ideal for warming up if you are already a seasoned trainer or for starting out if you are an amateur. Either way, you will still need the different levels. Levels range from 50 pounds to more than 350.

It is important to consider the dimensions of your devices in relation to the size of your arm. Since we have varying palm sizes, we will obviously require different sizes suitable to our arms. The right size enables you to train comfortably. Still on comfort, see the type of material your strengthener is made of. Consider going for materials that are comfortable on your skin since you will be doing a lot of pressing. You do not want a device that will serrate or cut through your skin.

With the advanced wrist trainers, you do not need to press, but rather twist handles that move in clockwise and counter-clockwise directions. They have thick rubber handles that require you to hold with your entire arm to maximize the exercise. You can also change the grip to strengthen your biceps and triceps. You adjust the resistance level using the calibrated tension dial.