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Gymnastics grip
A gymnastics grip is used for any exercise that requires an athlete to hold bars or rings. They consist of a leather strip that goes up the palm with two holes for the third and forth fingers to go through. The strip is connected to the wrist with a buckle or Velcro.
A very popular type of gymnastics grip used during competition is called a “dowel grip.” These grips have a little wooden dowel wrapped that’s placed between the leather and the fingers. Supposedly, the dowel makes it easier for the athlete to grip and hold onto the bar.
A gymnastics grip will not prevent blisters or skin tears from occurring; however they will delay the onset of this kind of skin damage. Blisters are a natural part of gymnastics and will not seriously an athlete’s performance, no matter how painful they may be.
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