Plate Pinch Carry
Also known as: Weight Plate Pinch Carry, Plate Pinch Walk, Pinch Grip Carry
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Equipment
Technique
- Stack two smooth plates together, or use one plate, with the smooth sides facing out.
- Pinch the plates with your fingers on one side and your thumb on the other, arm straight by your side.
- Stand tall and walk for the set distance or time without letting the plates slip.
- Set the plates down on the floor before your grip gives out, then switch hands.
Cues
- Squeeze with the thumb and fingertips, not the palm.
- Keep the shoulder down and the torso still.
Common mistakes
- Using plates so heavy that they slip and drop on the feet.
- Leaning to the side to hold the plates.
- Letting the shoulder shrug up toward the ear.
- Holding the breath through the whole carry.