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Phyre
Profile Blog Joined December 2006
United States1288 Posts
May 07 2009 20:03 GMT
#1
I spend a lot of time on trains (4 hours of commuting a day) so I've got a fair amount of time on my hands. I would much prefer to be reading or doing some work but looking at text on the train gives me a nasty headache in 10 minutes flat. So I was thinking it might be cool to work on my grip so I'm doing something more productive than just sleeping.

As such I was looking around at things like this:
[image loading]


I found quite a few different kinds and brands and was curious if anyone has any preference or tips on which to use and which to avoid.

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Benecol
Profile Joined January 2009
Finland82 Posts
May 07 2009 20:07 GMT
#2
Captains of crush should be the real deal. Dunno how beginner friendly they are tho
citrus
Profile Joined March 2007
United States158 Posts
May 07 2009 20:11 GMT
#3
yes. captains of crush seconded.

http://www.captainsofcrushgrippers.com/ironmind/opencms/grippers/

take a look at the ratings on the left column for the difficulties for each. they seem to have become more beginner friendly too, as back when my friend and i used them, the easiest was the trainer (which was very challenging if you're only acquainted with cheap grippers).
Racenilatr
Profile Blog Joined August 2008
United States2756 Posts
May 07 2009 20:28 GMT
#4
That actually helps me contain my anger. I just push down as hard as I can and it makes me feel better
starflash
Profile Blog Joined April 2009
190 Posts
May 07 2009 20:37 GMT
#5
wudnt u feel like a plonker playing with that on the train . after 4 minutes u'd put it down and be like "hum hum"
masami.sc
Profile Blog Joined January 2008
United States445 Posts
May 07 2009 21:22 GMT
#6
plonk...er.......

captains of crush is hardcore though. i heard like only a couple of people can grip their strongest model...
mmmmm...
Phyre
Profile Blog Joined December 2006
United States1288 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-05-07 21:31:13
May 07 2009 21:30 GMT
#7
Not sure I'm looking for something so terribly hardcore, definitely the first time I'll be actively trying to work on my grip. Definitely a beginner. I just looked around Modell's and Sports Authority for some $5-11 ones.

And no, I wouldn't feel terribly weird using it on the train. It's not like I'm lifting weights or anything.

Also, what's a plonker? Never heard that term. O_o
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JWD
Profile Blog Joined October 2007
United States12607 Posts
May 07 2009 21:49 GMT
#8
What about listening to music, books on tape, or old radio shows? I really like listening to old Loveline episodes to pass the time on planes and trains. You can download some here:

http://sayingmahalo.com

As for your grip, my advice is to beat off more frequently.
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rally_point
Profile Joined April 2009
Canada458 Posts
May 07 2009 21:50 GMT
#9
Ouch, sorry about your commute. I thought my 140 min two way commute was bad...
Dasher
Profile Blog Joined February 2009
United States71 Posts
May 07 2009 21:52 GMT
#10
According to the Urban Dictionary

"plonker

dope, idiot, moron, wally, pillock, dunderhead, dimwit
You are such a plonker, [Phyre]."
"My favorite race is zerglings"
Deleted User 3420
Profile Blog Joined May 2003
24492 Posts
May 07 2009 22:01 GMT
#11
captains of crush is good but only works one type of grip strength
albeit the most commonly used grip

I want one of these for my spare time:

http://www.usoutdoorstore.com/outlet/dynaflex-pro-gyro-hand-exerciser.html
Kentor *
Profile Blog Joined December 2007
United States5784 Posts
May 07 2009 22:19 GMT
#12
you exercise your hands too?
MasterReY
Profile Blog Joined August 2007
Germany2708 Posts
May 07 2009 23:00 GMT
#13
On May 08 2009 07:19 Kentor wrote:
you exercise your hands too?

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freelander
Profile Blog Joined December 2004
Hungary4707 Posts
May 07 2009 23:13 GMT
#14
hey travis
what's with your Ninja Warrior plans?
And all is illuminated.
Deleted User 3420
Profile Blog Joined May 2003
24492 Posts
May 08 2009 00:00 GMT
#15
I stopped that a long time ago. I had to start focusing more on my financial situation, so I gave it up.

I still work out often tho.
micronesia
Profile Blog Joined July 2006
United States24670 Posts
May 08 2009 00:07 GMT
#16
On May 08 2009 07:01 travis wrote:
captains of crush is good but only works one type of grip strength
albeit the most commonly used grip

I want one of these for my spare time:

http://www.usoutdoorstore.com/outlet/dynaflex-pro-gyro-hand-exerciser.html

The Gyro can reach up to 9,000 RPM and creates 25lbs of torque resistance to increase grip strength, increase range of motion, and to condition arm, elbow, and shoulder muscles.
FOOT POUNDS!?
ModeratorThere are animal crackers for people and there are people crackers for animals.
Grobyc
Profile Blog Joined June 2008
Canada18410 Posts
May 08 2009 00:11 GMT
#17
Day[9]'s audio podcasts. Enough said.
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h3r1n6
Profile Blog Joined September 2007
Iceland2039 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-05-08 00:22:23
May 08 2009 00:22 GMT
#18
On May 08 2009 07:01 travis wrote:
I want one of these for my spare time:

http://www.usoutdoorstore.com/outlet/dynaflex-pro-gyro-hand-exerciser.html


It's loud and I don't think its as a good exercise.

You could try to go for some bodyweight exercises on the train, but you will probably sweat. Leaves you with the 3 standard things to do on a train. Sleep, talk to random strangers or lock yourself in the toilet and fap.
Grobyc
Profile Blog Joined June 2008
Canada18410 Posts
May 08 2009 00:26 GMT
#19
Hahaha for 4 hours a day?
If you watch Godzilla backwards it's about a benevolent lizard who helps rebuild a city and then moonwalks into the ocean.
Deleted User 3420
Profile Blog Joined May 2003
24492 Posts
May 08 2009 00:45 GMT
#20
On May 08 2009 09:22 h3r1n6 wrote:
Show nested quote +
On May 08 2009 07:01 travis wrote:
I want one of these for my spare time:

http://www.usoutdoorstore.com/outlet/dynaflex-pro-gyro-hand-exerciser.html


It's loud and I don't think its as a good exercise.

You could try to go for some bodyweight exercises on the train, but you will probably sweat. Leaves you with the 3 standard things to do on a train. Sleep, talk to random strangers or lock yourself in the toilet and fap.


oh u have one?

well, I didn't mean it standalone. It's more of something to compliment other grip training (like captains of crush).
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