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Post by slav on Dec 31, 2007 4:36:06 GMT
for Christmas I got this really cool gadget called the "Gripmaster": It is a specialized hand strengthening device that isolates each finger for specific training. It comes in different tensions, and sizes. Recommended for improved dexterity and hand control for various activities including Sports, Martial Arts, and Marksmanship. I have been using "V" style hand strengtheners and tennis balls since starting Kendo, but neither give nearly the controlled workout that this does. I have the "medium tension" gripmaster (red, 7 lb./finger) and it is just right for me. IMO, the Gripmaster cound provide great conditioning for the swordsman or shooter. Check em' out next time you go to the sports store! They also have a website: www.prohands.net
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Post by Deleted on Dec 31, 2007 6:47:50 GMT
I've been using one of these, most amazing strengthener of the hands and forearms I've ever come across - i'll have to check this one out though. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynabee
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Post by Deleted on Dec 31, 2007 12:16:19 GMT
Damn i could use those, too bad they aren't available here, as per bloody usual.
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Post by slav on Jan 2, 2008 5:57:02 GMT
You can buy them online.
This thing really works! After a couple days of [almost constant] use, my hands/fingers are already gaining flexibility and endurance. # of pinky reps to muscle failure has increased noticeably. Pretty cool.
Buy one!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2008 1:44:02 GMT
I've been using one of these, most amazing strengthener of the hands and forearms I've ever come across - i'll have to check this one out though. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DynabeeAh, I remember the Dynabee. I never could quite get down the whole thumb-flick startup. If anything, starting it up is more of a workout than keeping it spinning.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2008 7:01:38 GMT
Damn i could use those, too bad they aren't available here, as per bloody usual. Hey bloodwraith, I've seen a gadget pretty similar (it seems like there are a few brands of the same thing) for sale at a Rebel Sport store in Chermside, Queensland for about 40 bucks... I didn't think they were here either but perhaps they are just a bit rare. Not sure if that helps you where you're living, though.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 4, 2008 2:53:45 GMT
If you can't find this at a sporting goods store, try a music store. I've seen alot of guitarists use these. I always assumed they were made for guitarists actually. Nice strength builder.
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Post by slav on Feb 17, 2008 17:57:26 GMT
I've been using one of these, most amazing strengthener of the hands and forearms I've ever come across - i'll have to check this one out though. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DynabeeAdam, how exactly do these work? And how well do they work for wrist and forearm strength? Is it a noticeable and/or fast improvement?
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Post by oos3thoo on Feb 17, 2008 20:57:36 GMT
Man.... To believe i just passed one up yesterday. Man I am an idiot.
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Post by slav on Feb 17, 2008 22:11:55 GMT
Man.... To believe i just passed one up yesterday. Man I am an idiot. A Dynabee or a Gripmaster?
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Post by oos3thoo on Feb 17, 2008 22:31:30 GMT
Gripmaster
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Post by Brendan Olszowy on Feb 18, 2008 5:45:10 GMT
I use a dumbell and hold it just off the ground for as long as I can in each hand. I'm up to about 65kg for 40 seconds. I had to shop around to find a dumbell that would hold 60kg+.
Try riding Jet Ski or Dirt bikes - they'll build up some hella forearms.
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Post by slav on Feb 19, 2008 5:43:48 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2008 16:11:13 GMT
Here's one. Get a large round hardwood dowel from a hardware store. It should be about an inch and a half to two inches in diameter and about a foot to a foot and a half long. The price is under a buck. Hold the top and bottom end at a hyper extended inward grip and torque the dowel allowing it to slip in either grip.
Another use is to tie a rope tightly in the middle of the dowel. Attach a weight or weights at the other free end of the rope. Hold the dowel horizontally at both ends in a downward forward grip. Rotate the dowel to wind up the weights from the ground alternating between each hand.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2008 16:28:15 GMT
For strengthening the hands wrists and forearms, I just go to the local quickmart and pick up the latest issue of......nevermind:).
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Post by slav on Dec 24, 2008 21:57:40 GMT
I've been using one of these, most amazing strengthener of the hands and forearms I've ever come across - i'll have to check this one out though. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DynabeeHaha, guess what my girlfriend got me for Christmas this year??
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2008 22:11:02 GMT
For strengthening the hands wrists and forearms, I just go to the local quickmart and pick up the latest issue of......nevermind:). Lmao, I knew someone was gonna type something like that.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2008 22:13:17 GMT
That works, too, Sam. But I usually just shovel snow or chop wood. Of course, I'm about to start punching scales for armour out of 20 Gg mild steel with an arbor press, so that's going to do a bit for my entire arm...
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2008 23:09:53 GMT
i got one of those a few years ago when i started playing in a band (marching band) =P i began to mess with it as a habbit and i now have one heck of a grip, they really do work and they are great =D i love em.
good topic, +1 for you
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