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Lifting Straps
Grip is often the first thing to go.
These straps make sure it isn't.
Bear Grip Weight Lifting Straps
More Control. Less Limitation.
Grip strength shouldn't be the reason a set ends early.
Whether you're chasing a heavier deadlift, increasing training volume, or reducing grip fatigue during pulling exercises, lifting straps help you stay connected to the bar when it matters most.
The Bear Grip range includes Traditional Lifting Straps, Quick Release Straps, and Figure 8 Straps—each designed for different training styles, preferences, and levels of grip assistance.
Why Use Lifting Straps?
Stronger Connection to the Bar
Help maintain a secure hold during heavy pulling movements.
Reduced Grip Fatigue
Take some of the workload away from the hands and forearms, allowing you to focus on the target muscles.
Extend Working Sets
Continue training the target muscles when grip strength becomes the limiting factor.
Consistent Performance
Maintain control and confidence across heavy sets, volume work, and demanding training sessions.
Explore the Range
- Classic Weight Lifting Straps Built with reinforced stitching and wrist padding for dependable performance during regular training sessions.
- Single Ply Leather Weight Lifting Straps Constructed from durable leather for athletes who prefer a natural material with a secure feel and direct connection to the bar. Available with or without wrist padding.
- Power Lifting Straps Built with additional wrist padding and an adjustable loop design for comfort, security, and quick adjustment during training.
- Quick Release Lifting Straps Designed to provide grip support while allowing fast disengagement from the bar when needed. Ideal for dynamic lifting movements, explosive pulls, and training styles where a quick release is preferred.
- Premium Figure 8 Lifting Straps Figure 8 design that delivers a secure hold while remaining comfortable across a wide range of training styles and experience levels.
- Elite Figure 8 Lifting Straps Constructed from thicker cotton material for a more rigid feel and increased durability during heavy training. Built for athletes who prefer a stronger, more secure connection during maximum-effort pulling exercises.
Straight answers
Common Questions.
Traditional Lifting Straps offer the most versatility and are suitable for a wide range of pulling exercises including deadlifts, rows, shrugs, and pull-ups.
Quick Release Straps are designed for faster setup and removal, making them ideal for dynamic training environments and athletes who frequently transition between exercises.
Figure 8 Straps create the most secure connection to the bar and are often preferred for heavy deadlifts, rack pulls, shrugs, and maximum-effort pulling movements.
No. Lifting straps are a training tool designed to assist when grip strength becomes the limiting factor. Many athletes continue to train grip strength separately while using straps for heavier working sets.
Padded straps provide additional comfort around the wrist during longer training sessions. Non-padded straps offer a more direct feel and are often preferred by athletes who want minimal material between the wrist and strap.
Yes.
Figure 8 straps are slightly different from traditional lifting straps, but once fitted correctly they provide a highly secure connection to the bar.
Many athletes choose them for heavy pulling exercises where maintaining a strong hold on the bar is a priority.
Neither is better—they simply serve different purposes.
Figure 8 straps provide the most secure connection to the bar and are often preferred for maximum-effort pulls.
Traditional lifting straps offer greater versatility across a wider variety of exercises and training styles.
The best choice depends on your training goals, lifting style, and personal preference.
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