In the gym today, someone asked me why I was using chalk on my hands. When I explained to him that it helps me get a better grip on the bar, even when I’m also using a pair of lifting straps, he was stunned. “Why have I never thought of that?” he asked.
Naturally, this made me realize that a lot of people probably haven’t considered using chalk to help them work out. Chalk is an excellent tool to help improve your grip and strength when holding onto almost any barbell or dumbbell. In fact, I use chalk on almost every single exercise in the gym - everything from deadlifts right down to dumbbell presses or shoulder raises. It isn’t too messy and can really help you feel stronger and more confident lifting the weights.
It’s occasionally available at local sports stores, or you can order it online from Bodybuilding.com (it’s cheap - only $8.99 for a big block that’ll last years).