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Plate Pinch Carry

Pinch two plates together by the smooth sides in each hand and walk, focusing on grip endurance.

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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.

Muscles worked
Forearms
Equipment
Plate
Movement
Carries

Sets and reps

  • 3 to 5 trips of 20 to 40 meters, or 30 to 60 seconds, as heavy as you can hold good posture.
  • Rest 1 to 2 minutes. Stand tall, brace and walk slowly.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the forearms, for when the plate is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Plate Pinch Carry work?
The Plate Pinch Carry mainly works the forearms.
What equipment do you need for the Plate Pinch Carry?
A plate.
How many sets and reps of the Plate Pinch Carry?
3 to 5 trips of 20 to 40 meters, or 30 to 60 seconds, as heavy as you can hold good posture. Rest 1 to 2 minutes. Stand tall, brace and walk slowly.
What can I do instead of the Plate Pinch Carry?
Barbell Reverse Curl, Barbell Reverse Wrist Curl, Barbell Wrist Curl and Behind-the-Back Barbell Wrist Curl work the same main muscle.

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Coaches add the Plate Pinch Carry to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.

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