Choose the right lifting straps for your grip style and lifting goals (deadlift, rows, pulls).
Inspect straps for wear, fraying, or damaged stitching; do not use if compromised.
Wrap the lifting strap around the bar with the loop side facing the direction you’ll grip.
Thread your hand through the loop so the strap sits across your palm and/or fingers as intended for your setup.
Set your grip on the bar while maintaining strap tension.
Take up slack by pulling the strap tight before starting the lift.
Keep the strap from twisting by aligning it flat against the bar and your hand.
Use a secure wrist/hand position so the strap transfers load without pinching or slipping.
For deadlifts, keep straps tight during the pull and maintain consistent hand placement.
For rows/pulls, keep tension on the strap while controlling the rep to prevent strap creep.
Avoid yanking or jerking into tension; tighten smoothly as you brace.
Practice the same strap setup each session to ensure consistent placement.
Release the strap after the set by unthreading your hand from the loop without grabbing the strap end tightly.
Store straps dry and unknotted to prevent stretching and tangling.
Limit strap use if your goal is grip strength; consider using straps only for heavier sets.
Stop using straps if they cause numbness, pinching, skin irritation, or hand slippage.
Train with light weight first to confirm the strap doesn’t interfere with your grip or bar path.
If the strap slips, rewrap and tighten before attempting another rep.