4 Different Types of Lifting Strap (Which One is Best?)

I break down the four main types of Lifting Strap - Lasso, Closed Loop, Open Loop and Figure 8 - and explain which type is best for you depending on what your goals in the weight room are.

So whether you're getting into Weightlifting, Powerlifting or just trying to get in shape for that 10-year reunion - I've got you covered.

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[philx]

I was looking for a video to help me decide which straps to get and this was the first and only one I clicked on. From the perspective of someone who has been lifting a couple of years but never used straps before, this video was exactly what I needed and answered all my questions plus a couple I didn't even think of! Very concise and informative, thank you!

[MrMister]

This is very good info. As a powerlifter, I approve the figure 8 straps

[RevUK]

one tip i have....if you have small wrists, avoid the straps with padding, at least the lassoo style, a lot of the padding is set in a way that prevents the strap from actually being able to lock tightly down on to your wrist...if you have small wrists

[nathaniellynch]

Perfect one stop guide for lifting straps. Thanks!

[medman]

I bought a pair of lasso straps, not knowing I had bought lasso straps. I didn't know how to use them. This video was a huge help.

[mgoe]

First time looking at getting lifting straps and really appreciated the clarity & concise nature of this video. Thank you!

[TheTtribe]

I had a guy at the gym show me how to use a closed loop on my front squats to take the pressure from my wrists and still keep the bar under control. He took me from the point of stripping weights to do the movement, to adding. I'll still work on my front rack mobility, but this was a game changer.

[Poldereaux]

I only use the first one. Your presentation is excellent, thank you. Vincent, from Liège, Belgium.

[TheNorthernChris]

Super helpful to someone who is new to straps. Lasso strap it is. Thank you.

[Tuuubeshw]

This was just the perfect video. Great info, structure, and length. Thank you so much!

[deadlift]

Ironmind oly straps are my favorite open style strap so far! Figure 8s goes to Cerebrus strength!

[tylerpack]

Bro I was using a lasso strap wrong for a year wow, thanks

[Yeeted]

Thanks for the video. I’ve been looking to see which style I should use and this really helps.

[Neo-mt]

I started deadlifting several years ago and had to use straps when I got to work sets. Mainly I want to focus on the lift without worrying about being able to hold it. As my work sets went up so too did my grip strength. I finally got to where I pulled 405 for 3 and then a heavy single at 435. Since then I’ve stopped using straps and pull high 300’s on the work set and up to 425 singles without. The only thing I still use straps for are heavy barbell shrugs.

[catedoge]

i hvae that same exact warm body cold mind strap!!! an upgrade from gymreaper. i love it. thinking of buying versa gripps por!

[MJ-rrhd]

I think the lasso strap is probably the easiest to wrap around a bar with 1 hand? the strap is long... easier to wrap and its fairly easy to unwrap too....all you have to do is open your palm. what do think? which one is easiest to put on? I'm not doing Olympic lifts or overhead presses

[oranodoherty]

Thanks man was exactly what I was looking for

[aperture]

great explanation. I'll be ordering lasso straps. thanks a lot!

also do you recommend using wrist wraps during bench press?

[Kirbythediver]

Im trying the death grips by jerkfit
Open loop, its certainly a learning curve but its pretty magic

[AjaychinuShah]

Those are an excellent pair of lifting straps and the right one for you if wish not to go thru a woodchipper. 😮😮