Fat Gripz - Thick Grips - Increased Muscle Fiber Activation - Bigger Arms (4x Men's Health Award Winner)

I ordered these on Prime day and saved a few additional dollars. I just finished my first arm workout with them and I was impressed. I've worked out off and on for 25 years. Religiously for about 10 years and then sporadically after marriage and my career took up more of my time. I can't remember when I had a better biceps pump after a workout. Fat gripz challenged my arms in a completely different way than what I am used to. Some free and hopefully helpful advice and my thoughts on some of the reviews and comments I've read here. First, a few people have used the term "snake oil" to describe this product implying that it is fraudulent. I believe continued use of these will give you very good results. I've been lifting long enough to be able to tell if something will work for me fairly quickly. That being said - in lifting like most all things in life positive results do not come overnight. You have to consistently put in the time and effort. Aside from training hard you also need plenty of rest and good nutrition to get the most out of your body. If you haven't been lifting very long you should probably stick with the basic dumbbell and barbell curls until you gain strength and arm development. I would then try these after you reach a sticking point in your arm training. You get bigger and stronger by confusing your muscles i.e. when they begin to adapt to an exercise and load you do something different. I used these on an Olympic barbell and a set of York dumbbells. No slipping on either one but there was a small gap in the fat gripz that didn't affect me at all. I lifted with the gap out of contact with my hands and also with the gap touching my hands and it didn't make a difference to me. I typically use chalk when I work out and these have a nice tackiness to the material that is easy to grip without chalk, resin, etc. Elite level lifters in a variety of strength sports have been using thicker (larger diameter) bars for some time now to increase strength. Those bars can cost hundreds of dollars. You can get most of the same benefits with fat gripz at a fraction of the cost. These aren't essential to getting big and strong. You can definitely get there without fat gripz but I like them and feel they are well worth the cost as an addition to my home gym. I also do grip strength exercises and feel these will help in that area as well. Bottom line for me - adds a new dimension to my workout program, seem to be very durable, and are not too expensive. I don't regret my purchase at all. I went from being pipe cleaner skinny in high school (135 lbs) to 6'5" 275 lbs thanks to working out. I'm far from an expert but do know a thing or do about lifting - most of the negative comments about this product seem to come from people who may not know as much about lifting as they like to think they do. I rely on reviews when purchasing products. These have almost 1500 reviews with the majority of them being overwhelmingly positive. That tells me something. These also come in a package that states - "For maximum results and safety do not use these until you visit fatgripz.com/secret. That is the only part I'm not satisfied with. If they have information they want to share they should include it in the packaging. I went to the website and they want you to download a file to view the big secret and learn how to use these safely. Well, I'll pass on the download. I think I can get the results I expect and frankly, if you can't figure out how to use these safely you might want to pursue a hobby that doesn't involve lifting heavy weights.

Just tried the FAT GRIPS. Excellent for dumbbell hammer curls really works the forearms. Tried with dumbbell bicept curls just ok. May get better with use. Good construction of product. I say well worth the purchase. Everyone should buy.

As a fitness enthusiast, I'm always on the lookout for effective tools to take my workouts to the next level. I recently got my hands on the Fat Gripz Pro, and I can confidently say that it's a game-changer for building massive biceps and forearms. The concept behind Fat Gripz is simple yet ingenious – by attaching these thick grip handles to any standard dumbbell or barbell, you instantly transform it into a challenging and effective forearm and bicep builder. The 2.25-inch outer diameter is ideal for creating a larger gripping surface, forcing my hands and forearms to work harder with every lift. The results I've seen since incorporating Fat Gripz into my training routine have been nothing short of impressive. Not only have my biceps and forearms grown in size and strength, but I've also noticed improvements in my grip strength and overall lifting performance. Using Fat Gripz is incredibly easy and requires no additional setup. Just slip them on the bar, and you're ready to go! I love how versatile they are, allowing me to use them with various equipment like dumbbells, barbells, and even cable attachments. This means I can use them in virtually any exercise, from curls and rows to presses and deadlifts. The quality of Fat Gripz Pro is top-notch, and they feel very durable. They are built to withstand heavy use and do not compress or lose their shape, no matter how intense my workouts get. Moreover, they are compact and portable, making them a great addition to my home gym and easy to bring along for outdoor workouts. One of the standout features of Fat Gripz Pro is their recognition and endorsement by Men's Health Magazine, winning three prestigious awards. It speaks volumes about their effectiveness and quality, and I couldn't agree more with the accolades they've received. In conclusion, if you're serious about building bigger and stronger biceps and forearms, Fat Gripz Pro is a must-have in your fitness arsenal. They provide a simple and proven way to challenge your grip and target those hard-to-reach muscles. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, I highly recommend Fat Gripz Pro for anyone looking to take their arm training to the next level.

Like a lot of powerlifters/bodybuilders, my gym bag is loaded with personal “essentials” that play an integral part of my workout regimen (knee sleeves, wraps, chalk, bar clamps, bands, etc.). I’m always open-minded to adding new gadgets that may supplement my workouts and decided to buy a pair of FAT GRIPZ. I am impressed with the results I’ve experienced since incorporating these grips and I find a way to implement them into every workout. WHAT THEY ARE: FAT GRIPZ are cylinders made of a rubber-like compound that are meant to be placed around a bar to provide a wider grip surface for enhancing grip/forearm strength. A lengthwise slit on the grips make it easy to add/remove the grips from bar. FAT GRIPZ fit snuggly around most Olympic bars, but I find them working well with thinner bars, certain dumbbells, ropes, pulley attachments and certain stationary machines (Hammer, Smith, Cybex, etc.). WHY I LOVE MY FAT GRIPZ: - What I like best about the FAT GRIPZ is that they add versatility to most any exercise that involves a bar-like gripping platform. Easy to attach and remove, I bring them with me through the entire workout to add dimension to and existing exercise or create new exercises. Using them for standard lifts like bench press, deadlifts and shrugs adds a notable dynamic to the lifts in terms of difficulty and muscle engagement. - Portability … you can bring them to every exercise with the same convenience of a water bottle or lifting belt. - Durable construction and safe to use. FAT GRIPZ are solid and well-made. I can literally see these grips lasting my entire lifting-life. The rubber-like compound offers a solid gripping surface that not only eliminates the need for chalk, but adds a better grip to older bars with worn knurling. Of course, any gym exercise involves an element of danger, especially when weights are involved. FAT GRIPZ are safe … when used properly and with a degree of common sense. Users should know the dynamics of push/pull exercises to determine which way the slit is facing (toward the palms for pulling exercises and away from the palms for pushing exercises) to avoid the grips from popping off … or knowing when NOT to use the grips. - The grips can enhance most any workout, regardless of your lifting “category”: powerlifting, bodybuilding, Crossfit, Olympic lifting, strongman, etc. It doesn’t take long to yield noticeable results. No, I’m not talking about Mr. Olympia forearms showing-up after a few weeks, but more the subtle creep of increasing hand grip/pinch grip strength and a noticeable increase in stabilization when handling Olympic Bar presses (flat/incline/decline and military presses). FAT GRIPZ take some time to get used to in the beginning … and you likely won’t be able to load as much weight to many exercised. As someone who could deadlift over 600 lbs. in competition, simply pulling 315 off the floor with FAT GRIPZ was not easy because my grip was confined to a pinch hold that made it hard to hold the bar for any extended period. Pushing exercises are much easier, but the wide grip will challenge your wrist/forearm stabilization … I’ll use the grips for reps, but not for a max press. EXERCISES THAT I FOUND USEFUL FOR FAT GRIPZ: - Olympic Bar: flat/incline/decline bench press (for reps, not max), J.M. presses, close grip, military press, deadlifts and shrugs, curls. - Dumbbells: not all dumbbells will accommodate FAT GRIPZ, but pretty much any dumbbell exercise will work (using common-sense, of course) - Odd bars: I find the FAT GRIPZ working well with specialty bars that are thinner than standard Olympic Bars. Yes, the grips may rotate on an inert bar, but should not rotate when the exercise starts (the resistance of the weight will keep the grips in place). - Cable machines: I find the grips fitting a myriad of cable attachments and if the grips fit the attachment, they can be used for a variety of exercises from rows, pull downs, curls and extensions. - Free standing machines: I can apply the grips to most any of my gym’s plethora of Hammer Strength, Cybex and Smith machines. - Pull-up bars and anything else the grips fit … I’ll try it. No other gym tool I’ve used have the versatility of the FAT GRIPZ. This is one of the best products for working out I’ve ever owned. A final word of advice: Start out with the standard (blue) FAT GRIPZ before “graduating” to the EXTREME (orange) FAT GRIPZ (unless your hands are abnormally large). These grips should be challenging enough, the orange grips are a big step up in difficulty.

Update: I just bought two more pairs of these things. Like I said before, I just love 'em. The originals I have are holding up fine. The reason I bought these is because they are a pain to put on and take off. At home I have a progressive set of dumbbells, and so this will allow me to put a pair on three pairs of dumbbells. I will take the fourth set with me to the gym. Now having said that, I have been out for the gym for the past 8 years for a non-weight lifting medical condition. But I am finally back. The truth is I really think I overdid it last time. I had not really built up enough strength in lifts like bench, overhead, and bent-over rows to benefit from the effect of using Fat Gripz. You really need to be strong before you use them. So I will be using them to build some basic grip strength with dumbbells and deadlift. I will just have to wait for awhile to do more. Now I had a chance to read some of the newer reviews, so I will put my two cents in. 1. Fat Gripz are meant to simulate a thick bar, ie. 2"+ diameter. They are most effective in building forearm and grip strength, which are important if you want to be strong. They are really not meant to "pump," but if it works for you, more power to you. 2. They are not a one-size-fits-all bars. Bars are manufactured with different diameters; it's not the fault of Fat Gripz if they don't fit the bar you are using. 3. They don't work well for beginners. You need to build up strength to the point you are ready for them. 4. Yes, there is a gap when you put them on. You need to grasp the Fat Gripz with the palm touching the gap and squeeze--that really helps with the grip. Otherwise the bar might fall out. Otherwise I stand by my first review. January 2012 I bought my first pair of Fat Gripz, and a month later my second, so that I would have a pair for the gym and a pair for work at home. After twelve months with them all I can say is that I love the things. As everyone has said, they do a tremendous job on the hand/wrist/forearm. I use them for pretty much everything. I use them for military press, bench press, and bent over rows. I use them for dumbbells, including hammer curls, clean and press, and one-hand deadlifts. I have used them for my normal deadlift, although I don't have a place for them in my current deadlift program. Please note that I have relatively small (though not tiny) hands--you just have to use less weight when you use them. But the strength you gain using Fat Gripz more than makes up for the humility factor involved. Although I do not think them equal to an actual thick bar in terms of stability, the FG's versatility and relatively low price again make up for this shortcoming. Yes, the gap that opens when they are on a bar is a bit of a pain--you have to learn to work around it, but it doesn't affect their effectiveness. But probably the most irksome thing about them is that I can't find an ink that will stay on the rubber when I write my name! Even though I have small hands, I look forward to giving the Fat Gripz Extreme a try--someday. For now, I love using the standard Fat Gripz.

This is a simple yet great piece of equipment that greatly enhances and diversifies your training regimen. The ability to instantly turn any bar/handle into a thick bar in a few seconds without the need for actual thick bars is the greatest reason to purchase a pair of Fat Gripz! Initially I was turned off by the $40 price tag for a couple pieces of rubber and contemplated doing a diy project and making some myself. But, after reading several reviews, thinking about what type of material would be a suitable replacement for making my own and the price for buying actual thick bars, I decided these were well worth the price. Here are my overall thoughts... PROS: - Turn anything into a thick bar and creating a greater challenge to build your arms and grip strength - No real need to do separate work to build forearms or grip strength as using these for any of your push, pull, curling exercises will really tax your forearms and build your grip strength - Very tough and durable material. Even as hard as you can squeeze they don't not seem to lose their shape - Once you attach it to a bar, it stays on. I've never feared them coming off during my sets - Smooth surface but still very grippy. I actually prefer not to wear gloves when using my Fat Gripz as I feel like my gloves actually makes it a bit more slippery CONS: - Pricey. It's a couple pieces of thick, durable rubber. But, most major competitors are priced similarly and as mentioned more cost effective than having to buy a bunch of separate thick bars - You do notice a bit of rubber odor especially when handling without gloves but nothing that is too noticeable or of concern Overall, I am very satisfied with my Fat Gripz. I've used them for a little over a week and have really felt how they've worked my hands and forearms. For anyone seeking to take their training to another level through the use of thick bars but don't want to buy a bunch of new bars, Fat Gripz are definitely a great option.

You MUST try these gripz...they stimulate muscles not used with regular grips... awesome pumps... awesome results... just got a second pair...

I love these. Full stop. I added the Fat Gripz Pro to my training thinking they’d be a nice accessory. What I got instead was a very humbling reminder that my grip strength was doing a lot less work than I thought. They slide onto barbells, dumbbells, pull-up bars, and pretty much anything you can grab, and instantly make every movement harder in the right way. Curls feel different. Rows feel different. Even warm-up sets suddenly demand attention. Your forearms light up fast, and your hands have no choice but to get stronger. The material feels durable and secure, not squishy and not slippery. Once they’re on the bar, they stay put. No spinning, no shifting, no constant adjusting mid-set. They’re thick enough to actually change the movement but not so bulky that they feel awkward or unsafe. What I appreciate most is how simple they are. No setup, no learning curve, no gimmicks. You just put them on and lift like normal, except now your grip, forearms, and overall muscle activation are working overtime. If you lift regularly and want an easy way to make your workouts more effective without adding more weight, these are absolutely worth it. I use them constantly and they’ve earned a permanent spot in my gym bag. 5 stars. My forearms hate me and that’s how I know they’re working.

It works as described. I started seeing results in two weeks.

I still use them their great!!

Ich habe meine Fat Gripz vor ein paar Monaten gekauft und direkt ausprobiert. Der Effekt war identisch mit dem von der Firma umworbenen: die Unterarme wurden unglaublich stark belastet, am Ende meiner Klimmzug-Übungen, hatte ich das Gefühl sie würden gleich explodieren, ganz zu schweigen von der zusätzlichen Belastung bei Drag-Curls. Am nächsten Morgen hatte ich sogar leichten Muskelkater in den Unterarmen, was bei mir eigentlich bis dato nur beim absoluten Trainingsbeginn vor ein paar Jahren passiert ist. Also, scheinbar eine super Sache! Aber warum benutze ich sie dann fast nur noch bei Push- statt bei Pull-Übungen?? Naja also das war mir natürlich schon vor meinem Kauf klar, aber durch die Verwendung von Fat-Gripz, zum Beispiel bei Klimmzügen, wird der Unterarm zwar stärker beansprucht, der Rücken und der Bizeps aber entlastet. Das merkt man einfach daran, dass man weniger Wiederholungen schafft, also viel weniger und man einfach nichts wirklich im Bizeps oder Rücken spürt also... weniger als normalerweise. Es zählt ja im Prinzip nur das Gewicht und die Zeit unter Spannung beim Ausführen von Wiederholungen und eins von beidem wird verringert werden durch die Verwendung von Fat-Gripz. Beim Kreuzheben hat das natürlich eine besonders starke Auswirkung. So wo verwende ich sie denn nun beim Pull-Workout?? Tja also.. eigentlich so gut wie nirgends, ab und zu benutze ich sie bei Drag Curls, wenn ich sie nochmal auspowern will nach einem langen Workout. Allerdings ist das meistens gar nicht mehr notwendig. Beim Push-Workout erweisen sie sich allerdings als nettes Tool um mal das Workout etwas aufzupeppen, allerdings meine ich damit jetzt nicht, dass man mit ihnen andere Übungen machen könnte. Ich verwende sie hauptsächlich für Dips, Hantelliegestütze und ab und zu fürs Bankdrücken. Ich weiß nicht woran es genau liegt, entweder daran, dass Fat Gripz sich einfach gut anfühlen und ich dadurch mehr Motivation habe, oder daran, dass man mit Fat Gripz, durch die weniger geschlossene Haltung der Hand, mehr Kraft auf die Gewichte ausüben kann, aber ich bin definitiv etwas stärker bei Druckübungen mit Fat-Gripz. Also zusammenfassend.. Fat Gripz bei Pull-Übungen.. im Grunde genommen unbrauchbar, wer allerdings seine Unterarme nochmal richtig auspowern will am Ende seines Workouts (vorher eher nicht, denn sonst werden die größeren Muskelgruppen weniger belastet) der kann sie sich ruhig kaufen, und sehen ob es ihm was bringt. Fat Gripz bei Push-Übungen.. hammer! Die Muskeln werden besser angesprochen und ich kann mehr Gewicht drücken. Ich hab sie mir ja eigentlich aus dem Grund gekauft, warum sie sich wohl so gut wie jeder kauft, und war mir praktisch 100% sicher, dass es mir bei Pull-Übungen wenig weiterhelfen wird, was sich auch bewiesen hat, Trotzdem: wenn ich meine Leistung steigern kann bei Dips nur weil ich diese kleinen Dinger an die Stangen pack, dann hat es sich schon gelohnt, zumal die Fat Gripz praktisch unkaputtbar sind :) Achso mal an diejenigen die das jetzt lesen und sich sagen: "achso das ja doof, kein größerer Bizeps also.., dann investier ich mein Geld lieber mal wieder in Whey..." Der Trizeps macht 2/3 des Armumfangs aus, der Grund warum die Firma so sehr mit Bizeps-Übungen wirbt, ist einfach nur, weil das einfach der am meisten gehypte Muskel ist. LG )

Item is great. Can’t wait to use it. Thank you 💪🏾

Buenisimas, se siente como trabaja el antebrazo de inmediato. Pero si se quieren ahorrar el estar fuera de comision por un rato, no hagan hammer curls con ellas sin bajar significativamente el peso. Quien tiene dos pulgares lastimados y no pudo hacer ejercicio por un par de semanas? <--