Why Hook Grip, If It Hurts So Bad? Could It Be Worth It?
Why Hook Grip, If It Hurts So Bad? Could It Be Worth It?
Hook Grip is a complicated beast. On one hand, it HURTS. On the other hand, Eric Maroscher has a few reasons why it's a skill worth learning.  
WATCH: Doctor Deadlift Teaches The Hook Grip
WATCH: Doctor Deadlift Teaches The Hook Grip

The doctor is in! Specifically, Doctor Deadlift (whose real name is Cailer Woolam) is here to teach you why you should switch over from your alternating grip to a hook grip and show you how it’s done.

3 Don'ts for the Early Deadlifter
3 Don'ts for the Early Deadlifter

My son sent a text last week — just a video of him deadlifting in our garage gyms. We discussed one of the mistakes we discovered he was making at the start of the pull. It was our discussion that influenced this article.

Powerlifting and Wrist Straps 101
Powerlifting and Wrist Straps 101

There is a tool for every job, and as there are many jobs for the powerlifter, there are many tools at their disposal. The key is to apply the proper tool to the proper job at the proper time. Let’s focus on the tool known as the wrist strap.

Meet Report: Winning the 198s But Falling Short on Best Overall at the Kern US Open
Meet Report: Winning the 198s But Falling Short on Best Overall at the K...

This is the first meet I’ve done in three years that I didn’t win best overall lifter, and it was a huge—and much needed—kick in the ass.

WATCH: How to Perform the Hook Grip
WATCH: How to Perform the Hook Grip

There is an astronomical amount of misinformation floating around right now about the hook grip, and, in my opinion, that’s the result of a lot of people (mostly beginners) using the hook grip inappropriately.

WATCH: What I Would Change About My Time in Powerlifting
WATCH: What I Would Change About My Time in Powerlifting

One small change could’ve led to all-time world records that might still be standing today.

WATCH: Deadlift Tips on Tightness, Speed Pulls, and Hook Grip
WATCH: Deadlift Tips on Tightness, Speed Pulls, and Hook Grip

Looking for guidance from one of the best of all time? Steve Goggins breaks down the deadlift in video form.

The Hook Grip & Straps by the Legend Steve Goggins. Plus a 900lb pull!
The Hook Grip & Straps by the Legend Steve Goggins. Plus a 900lb pull!

The Hook Grip & Straps by the Legend Steve Goggins. Plus a 900lb pull!

Monster Garage Gym: Hook Grip 101...It's a Love-Hate Relationship
Monster Garage Gym: Hook Grip 101...It's a Love-Hate Relationship

You will love the pulling power you get with it; however, you will hate how unpleasant it is.

Steve Goggins: Lifting Legend
Steve Goggins: Lifting Legend

The one and only Steve Goggins, everyone.

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