Having the right form is everything when it comes to deadlifts. Poor posture and a weak grip can lead to fatigue and injury, so it’s vital to get it right.
When you’re in the zone, it’s tempting to ignore pain and push through your sets. But the last thing you want is to be sidelined by a hand or wrist injury. You need the right protection—especially when doing exercises as demanding and strenuous as deadlifts.
Versa Gripps are a unique 3-in-1 solution for all pulling and pushing exercises. With a unique grip design and built-in safety features, Versa Gripps reduce impact on your hands and wrists and help you perform your best.
It’s why Versa Gripps rival even the best straps for deadlifting, and it’s why our grips are the #1 choice of athletes all over the world.
By boosting your grip strength, Versa Gripps allow you to lift heavier weights without compromising your hand and wrist health. Versa Gripps provide maximum mind-muscle connection by allowing the weight to bypass the wrist and grip and work the desired muscle groups directly-while also having a built in safety-feature.
Keep reading to find out how Versa Gripps compare to traditional deadlifting straps when it comes to convenience, performance, and safety.
Traditional wrist straps for deadlifts wrap around your wrists and the barbell. By helping you maintain a secure and firm grip, deadlift straps can improve your technique and lifting capacity and help you avoid injury. Deadlifting straps come in a variety of styles, including figure-8, loop, and hook-and-loop styles.
The issue with lifting straps is that you have to use two hands to wrap them around the bar. And once locked on, there’s a high risk for injury. If you need to let go of the weight bar, for example, you risk pulling the tendons in your wrists. And since straps are only used for pulling exercises, they’re often tight, cutting off the blood circulation in your wrists.
Versa Gripps are a better alternative to deadlifting straps. With a unique 3-in-1 design—they’re like hooks, straps, and gloves, all in one. And with built-in arch support, a quick-release safety feature, and one-hand grip movement, Versa Gripps help you stay safe during training.
Deadlifting is an excellent way to build strength and muscle, but it can put serious strain on your wrists and hands. When you deadlift, all the weight passes through your wrists and hands, which can leave you susceptible to overextension, wrist failure, and injury.
Investing in quality deadlift wrist wraps or an alternative product—like Versa Gripps—can help you avoid injury and maximize your lifts. Specialized wrist straps for deadlifting can help you:
Versa Gripps aren’t just for deadlifts. They can provide you with extra support during a variety of exercises, including shrugs, rows, and all pushing exercises like bench press.
Our most popular weightlifting grip, PRO Versa Gripps helps alleviate grip fatigue and enhance muscle isolation in pulling and pushing exercises, for maximum muscle gains.
Built-in arch support adds extra protection, while the gripping portion of the strap helps lock your hands securely onto the weight. PRO Versa Gripps help you eliminate the need for gloves, traditional lifting straps, wrist supports, and hooks—all in a single product.
An ideal entry-level option at an affordable price point, CLASSIC Versa Gripps feature a self-supporting grip piece that lets you wrap both grips around the bar independently. Made with a textured, grip-enhancing material, our CLASSIC product offers a shorter palm piece than the PRO Series with a softer feel for additional comfort.
With a slim, streamlined design, FIT Versa Gripps are the perfect choice for athletes with smaller hands who are lifting weights a few times a week. Our proprietary "non-slip" material ensures a secure grip, while the specially designed grip section is shorter and tapered to help prevent calluses.
The thinner 1-inch wrist strap provides excellent support without getting in the way of your workout. Practical, functional, and comfortable, FIT Versa Gripps combine rugged durability with refined style.
Our toughest product yet, XTREME Versa Gripps feature proprietary technology for the ultimate grip experience. Engineered with patented U-shaped bridging arch support, our XTREME grips protect your carpal tunnel during even the most intense workouts. Use these grips for all pushing and pulling exercises.
Which Versa Gripps product is best for you will depend on your preferences and lifting needs. When choosing wrist straps for deadlifts, think about factors like strap thickness, width, and flexibility, as well as the durability and grip strength of the gripping surface.
Versa Gripps have a straightforward, easy-to-use design. Here’s how to use them:
If your grip is failing during deadlifts (or any other exercise), it’s a good idea to use deadlift straps—or better yet, Versa Gripps—which can help you avoid injury and overextension. Don’t wait until you injure yourself. If you're struggling to maintain your grip on the bar, it's time to give deadlifting straps or weightlifting grips a try.
No. Deadlifting straps are simply a tool to help you get the most out of your workout. They don't do the lifting for you—you still need to put in the effort. Using weightlifting straps is no different than wearing supportive shoes or using a weightlifting belt. Straps can help build strength and endurance, especially when working out at your home gym, without a trainer or spotter.
It really comes down to personal preference. Some weightlifters prefer gloves, while others prefer lifting straps. Versa Gripps are better than gloves or straps alone. In fact, they’re a 3-in-1 product that effectively replaces gloves, straps, and hooks.
Versa Gripps’ cutting-edge technology improves your grip to help prevent fatigue and injuries that can set you back. With built-in arch support, a quick-release safety feature, and one-hand grip movement, Versa Gripps offer unparalleled performance. It’s like having straps, gloves, and hooks—all in a single product.
