JeffC
Level 7 Valued Member
Carries, pulls, and deadlifts with Dumbbells are good to mix in because the thumb has to act as a "break" to stop the weight from rotating out of the hand, unlike kettlebells. This is more pronounced with thick grip DB handles of 2"-3".
When I set my grip for carries I offset a little back. This tilts the implemente a little lower in the front, and puts a little more weight on the stronger index and pointer fingers allowing for more time under tension. I also grip as deep in the palm as possible which also extends the carry as the handle slips into the fingers. If you grip with the fingers when the handle starts to slip you don't have any more support. The right grip placement makes all the difference.
@natewhite39 What do you mean by the slick side of the dumbbell.
When I set my grip for carries I offset a little back. This tilts the implemente a little lower in the front, and puts a little more weight on the stronger index and pointer fingers allowing for more time under tension. I also grip as deep in the palm as possible which also extends the carry as the handle slips into the fingers. If you grip with the fingers when the handle starts to slip you don't have any more support. The right grip placement makes all the difference.
@natewhite39 What do you mean by the slick side of the dumbbell.