We’ve all seen many traditional styled grip strengtheners in our time. And many new contraptions too. They’ve been around for years and there are many to choose from. Looking for the more “normal” hand grips? You’ll have to wait until I create my Best Grip strengtheners post that will be, at some point, featured on this website. The Wringer is a little bit different to the rest. Rather than focusing on Grip strength alone (Pressing in and out) it also, in my opinion, offers increased training for “usable” strength and real life twisting ability, which can be more helpful for real situations.
Let me explain. Other than making your forearms look bigger and stronger, and also improving your grip strength, The Wringer focuses on twisting and turning motions with added force. These movements are more “real” and will no doubt be good to be efficient in if an altercation becomes physical and the distance is closed, which will most probably result in a lot of grabbing, twisting and pulling if someone grabs your arms or clothing. Or even if you need to grab hold of someone, who’s resisting, that’s done something wrong to keep them from getting away. Please note: Violence should always be a last resort.
The Wringer – Increased Street Efficiency?
When you’re practicing twisting and turning of the arms with resistance, imagine how improved your ability will be to break free from someone who has grabbed one of your arms. That wiry, twist and turn movement will be much easier to perform when you are practicing regularly by doing it with added resistance weekly or daily. You’re more conditioned in those areas, and therefore, more efficient at those movements. Better forearm endurance comes along with the training. This product is shaped like a tube and works both arms at the same time. One other benefit is that it can be used at so many different angles.
Strongest Grip Strengths
Have you ever been to Judo or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes? I have. And the one thing that surprised me the most when I first started training was how, from all the grabbing, twisting and pulling of the Gi (The uniform), my hands and forearms were extremely tired after 5 – 10 minutes. I mean, they were so hammered that they were literally seizing. I couldn’t even grab anymore, that’s how worked to their absolute limit they were. But after a few weeks of training the improvement was unbelievable. I can guarantee you that some of the people who possess the strongest grip strength, that’s usable in a street situation, are long-term Judoka and BJJ practitioners. Some of them have true vice-like grip strength.
Don’t Get It Twisted
Now, I’m not saying that The W
ringer is going to be as effective as those two martial arts for a real life situation, nothing of the sort. It’s always better to train the mind and full-body with real people to spar and learn with. A striking / grappling art with real, live opponents / training partners that will not let you have an easy time. That’s how you improve, learn and stand a much better chance of defending yourself against an attacker. But The Wringer will definitely give the user an advantage in the area of hand and forearm strength and endurance if confronted by an untrained individual who wants to grab hold of you.
Of course, there are many other factors to consider when it comes to real life situations, and this is just one piece of a much bigger picture. Mindset, alertness, street smarts, fitness and the ability to react when it matters are a few crucial requirements. However, any advantage you can get is always a good thing.
Wringer Review Conclusion
The Wringer is not cheap to buy. However, it is extremely well made and offers a full range of resistance levels, from easy to very hard. So it’s suitable for everyone no matter what their level. Excellent for improving effective grip and twist strength. And of course, those who just want to build bigger, more muscular forearms. And let’s not forget about the individuals who want superior jar opening power!
One person who reviewed this product said they were a rock climber and needed something that would help increase hand and forearm endurance. This is a great solution. A really great product with a big majority of well deserved excellent reviews. However, it must be noted that there have been some reports of poor build quality recently that definitely can’t be ignored. Unless this is a “dodgy batch” and there have been a few sporadic quality control issues, considering the price of this product I would be a bit hesitant to buy one until this issue / problem has been addressed.
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I think you are right when you talk about usable strength. How many times do you see those big muscle bound guys, who can lift a lot, get into an altercation and can’t really move or fight too well. Me myself, I’ve had some playful tussles, tests of strength with some of those big guys and was surprised at how weak many of them really were. They look big and strong, but like the old saying goes, looks can be very deceiving.
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Like the overall review but I disagree with “extremely well made”. I bought one and it broke within 1 month. Stick to normal hand grips. Cheaper and last much longer.
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This is a very well written post. Your methods and logic on improving grip strength are on point. Everything you write on this blog is very well presented and factual. If I could interject my own journey with improving my own grip strength. About a year back I was searching around trying to find information on how to increase my hand and grip strength. I came across many individuals who are known for having very strong grips. But two that really stood out to me were Jedd Johnson and Adam Glass.
If you’re familiar with people who can literally rip decks of cards in half (tough, but more about technique), pinch grip training and steel bending, you will no doubt of heard of these two guys. Both Jedd Johnson and Adam Glass hold world records for grip strength. Adam Glass holds 13 world records for grip strength. So its safe to say these two men know a thing or two about increasing grip strength. They each have some of the strongest grips in the world.
I ended up getting the Adam Glass training program for improving grip strength. After the initial first few weeks my grip had improved immensely. Now a year down the line and my grip has improved so much compared to what it was like before. I recommend Adam Glass’ hand and forearm training guide 100%. You can find it here if you’re interested in checking it out.
I’ve heard very good things about Jedd Johnson’s hand grip /finger grip training program through friends, so would recommend that guide on their merit. My friends have superman grips so it must be good! Who better than these two world record holders to show us novices the ropes. Jedd’s training guide | Jedd Johnson’s website.
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The Wringer would be much more effective for the street-efficiency you mention if it was thinner. Have you seen it being held in the hands by a man in real life. It’s absolutely massive. Like thick as f$$k. It would be better thinner IMO, so it could be grasped better and given a good twist.. As it is – TOO THICK.
Disappointing really, because the concept is good. I prefer old school training methods. A good alternative to the wringer is a straight weights bar. Turning it side on and then up to the sky. Gives the arms and hands one hell of a workout. It can also be used to train the fingers. Hold the bar so most of it is near the floor, and then with only fingers try to maneuver the bar upwards without moving your arm, until most of it is now above your head. Trust me, this is a solid exercise. It can also be done with a broom stick, and let me tell you, that’s not easy either.
Good luck lads.
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