Grip strength is one of the subtle areas that CrossFit develops over time. In the beginning you may find your hands are really sore, or that it's hard to hold on to the bar. As you get stronger and your body gets used to the workouts, you'll find yourself better able to hang onto the bar, rings, ropes, etc, for longer periods of time. Any hanging exercises - pull ups, knees to elbows, and so forth - will work your grip strength, as well as exercises like the farmer's walk.


Matthew demonstrates his pull up prowess.

Today's Workout:
10 rounds:
20 sec. handstand hold
10 sec. rest
20 sec. squat hold
10 sec. rest
20 sec. plank hold (on elbows)
10 sec. rest

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