Plate Pinch
Also known as: Weight Plate Pinch, Plate Pinch Grip, Pinch Grip Plates
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Equipment
Technique
- Stack one or two smooth-sided plates with the smooth sides facing out.
- Pinch the plates between your fingers on one side and your thumb on the other, then lift them off the floor.
- Stand tall and hold the plates at your side for the planned time.
- Lower the plates carefully to the floor when your grip tires.
Cues
- Keep the thumb and fingers as flat as you can across the plate.
- Start with a lighter plate.
Common mistakes
- Dropping the plates onto the feet.
- Bending the wrist to hold the plates.
- Using a weight so heavy that the grip fails instantly.