A hand exerciser is handy, but what is it good for?

A strong grip on your barbell

Know the feeling? Your leg muscles can handle that deadlift, but your hands are giving up. In this case, a trained hand can be very useful. Training with a hand exerciser will help you develop a stronger grip. And not just for deadlifts, but for other exercises like pull-ups or bench presses, and even in everyday life. Handy hand exercisers, indeed.

More than just your hands

The name might suggest a hand exerciser, but you also train your wrists and forearms with it. These muscles all work together to move your hands. This ensures that your arms are balanced again, and not just your upper arms are heavily muscled. It certainly looks better when your forearms look toned as well, instead of those skinny ones. Balance is key!

No more cramps

Do you ever suffer from stiffness or cramps in your hands or fingers? Then hand exercisers can offer a solution! Regular training with them can yield positive results, as they strengthen muscles and improve blood circulation. However, it's important to persevere and not abandon the hand exerciser after a few sessions.

Nice mistake: training your fingers

And no, we don't mean directly for the goal you have in mind, but for activities such as climbing or playing instruments, the strength in your fingers can also play a role.

Getting results

Want to achieve the above results with the hand exerciser? First, you need a hand exerciser, and second, willpower. You don't have to do sets of hundreds of squeezes, but sets of three where the grip is heavy to squeeze is sufficient. Do this, for example, in a 6-second repetition. Squeeze for 2 seconds, hold for 2 seconds, and then slowly release for 2 seconds. Also handy: hand exercisers are easy to carry, so you can even train your hands at the office!