Best gymnastics accessories according to redditors
We found 127 Reddit comments discussing the best gymnastics accessories. We ranked the 51 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 127 Reddit comments discussing the best gymnastics accessories. We ranked the 51 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Chalk
Lifting with chalk is a completely different experience than without. Nothing like your grip being perfect when the weights get heavy.
You can buy anything on Amazon.
Edit: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001HA0J30
I got this in September and I'm still wondering if I should put it in my will to leave to my descendants (it's lasting that long). Worth it.
One of these would help http://www.amazon.com/SKLZ-Speed-Resistance-Training-Parachute/dp/B002CLK21C
SPORTMEDIQ Pro Grade Liquid Chalk – Mess Free Professional Hand Grip for Gym, Weightlifting, Rock Climbing, Gymnastics, Rock Climbing - Dries in Seconds - 8.5 Oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CL94PTH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iuZ5CbGG3MTJ7
This one has 9
A pair of rings from Amazon can make your door frame bar a lot more versatile. From the /r/bodyweightfitness beginner routine: Ring dips, ring pushups, and horizontal rows. I wrapped my cheap plastic rings in bicycle handlebar tape to make them more comfortable and increase grip. Total with the door frame bar, rings, and tape was about $50. Completely worth it!
This is what I use. Cheap as hell, lasts forever. Just put a block in a ziploc bag and bust it up to keep things neat.
Bought these for $25 and they work fine, in case you don't have the tools to make your own rings.
I use gymnasts chalk. I can't tell the difference between this and boutique chalk like Friction Labs.
And you can get a pound of it for maybe $10 from Amazon. I use this stuff, I am about halfway through the first of eight bars in the pack, after six weeks or so. I only really use it to deadlift, though, there's no real need for the other lifts.
I bought my last order of this over a year ago. I use several times a week and still have plenty left.
Z-Athletic 3 oz. Chalk Ball for Gymnastics, Climbing, and Weight Lifting
A2S2 W11D3. Deadlifts were good. 365lb for 10, despite feeling like I got hit by a truck. I think I need to start driving my hips through earlier. Close grip bench press also picked up some bonus reps, but that one felt heavy. Assistance and cardio were unremarkable.
Tried out Sportsmediq Liquid Chalk instead of my usual
stripper gripDry Hands. It feels a little grippier when pulling double overhand, but once I started pulling hook grip, it didn't matter. Dry Hands is still the stealthier option if that's your main concern (it dries clear, as opposed to liquid chalk which... looks like chalk), but chalk might be the better option for maximum grip. Maybe if I have more time, I'll just put chalk on one hand and Dry Hands on the other and pull double overhand until something fails.Chalk
For you, my friend, eighteen dolla!
Honestly, I just purchased a pound of magnesium carbonate on amazon. I haven't heard of a difference in chalk worth the pricepoint yet - though I'm always open to evidence proving otherwise.
I've owned these for like 2 years now and they work great.
http://www.amazon.com/Yes4All-Exercise-Crossfit-Gymnastic-Flexible/dp/B009RGMC4A/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1457994230&sr=8-3&keywords=olympic+rings
I also own these wood ones
http://www.amazon.com/NEXPro-Gymnastic-Strength-Training-Crossfit/dp/B00Q75DVUI/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1457994230&sr=8-6&keywords=olympic+rings
Try here.
Usually people wear knee-high socks while deadlifting to avoid scratches and such - and they are required for (most) federations during powerlifting competitions. So, socks will definitely help. Also, a lot of people use baby powder on their thighs to help the bar glide / reduce friction. I personally don't start baby-powdering until I hit 90% of my max though.
I don't have a liquid chalk recommendation, I use plain old chalk from blocks and it is really very cheap. Here is the kind I use - a whole pound for $13.00. It will last you literally years.
I bought this chalk in September for $12 a pound. Comes in 8 blocks. Have not finished a full block yet and I workout 5+ times a week on average, so I imagine it'll last 2 years minimum.
I bought these straps when I decided I didn't want to use mixed grip anymore since they had the best reviews on Amazon and I have no complaints, they're excellent.
Now I just need to stop losing my goddamn wrist wraps.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BYSM0
its dirt cheap
A Chalk Sock
Basic chalk from Amazon. Will last forever. ~$9.00
Liquid Chalk from EliteFTS. On sale! $4.00! This stuff is awesome and is what I take with me to my stupid, chalkless, soccer-mom gym.
Try this chalk.
here ya go.
P.S. I hope you mean you use a pronated grip for lower weights...i.e. palms facing you, also called double overhand. Double underhand (supinated) would be a little odd and might set you up for a bicep strain!
Why? It's not like chalk is expensive. One of these will last you forever.
I use gym chalk on my hands when it gets hot. I don't wear a glove. Problem solved, at least for me, and I sweat freely.
Gym Chalk for Sweaty Golfer's Hands
What can you do with coke points? I will tell you! Your local school may be signed up to get points donated to them! (Idk how they get signed up, I am sure there is info on the coke reward site). They get so many cents per points.
That all being said, how do we enter? My local elementary school uses their checks to buy extra supplies like new parachutes for the gym. [Remember the parachutes?](
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002EA489S/)
Looks to be about $80 with these parts:
2*$15 Pulleys
$25 Belt
$25 Rings
$16 Rope
This is assuming you have a place to hang it.
Nope! Just on the hands a little. I do a quick little bar wipe down, too, but you totally can't see it on the bar. This is the one I use.
https://www.amazon.com/Chalk-Weight-Lifting-Powerlifting-Gymnastics/dp/B0018IB7RS?th=1&psc=1
will last you a while lol.
I love this for everything.
You only need chalk for false grip, i'd start training false grip hangs after you can do a couple pull-ups so muscle-ups are easier to learn. I bought this chalk but honestly any will do.
If you want to keep your hands callous-free, you're better off getting some straps. Yeah you're missing out in grip development blah blah, but as long as you're only using them once your grip starts to fail it'll still continue to develop.
Gloves aren't as good because it adds an extra layer to slide and rub between your hands and the bar. Doing something like heavy deadlifts with gloves can end up leaving your hands a lot worse off than if you hadn't used anything at all.
Your other option is to just spend a few dollars on something chalk-related. If you really want to keep your hands smooth then $7 on a chalk ball like this isn't a big cost. Get that, some regular chalk, whatever. Just file down your callouses /moisturise your hands sometimes and you shouldn't have much of a problem.
In a perfect world, you'll want a pair of 35's, a pair of 25's, two pairs of tens, a pair of 5's, and a pair of 2.5's, in addition to the 45's listed. Obviously, you can make do without, but those increments make progressive overload a bit easier.
> Note: I live in FL and the place doesn't have a screen patio. It will be on grass. Should I buy a large gazebo of some sort? Additional suggestions please.
Well, I'd imagine that it'll last longer if it's not rained on and you probably want to keep dry when you have a 300lb bar on your back. I know I would. Heck, a sturdy tent might work, depending on the weather you get down there.
Also, if you don't have any, get some chalk. Doesn't have to be fancy, just chalk.
Pull up bar and rings. I have been using these rings for over a month now and they are doing well. I bought the cheapest I could find.
you could use your 25lbs dumbells for goblet squats.
I have so much exercise equipment on my wishlist because I'm working towards doing an Ironman within the next 3 years. Feel free to pick anything on my wishlist!
Thanks for doing this contest. This is a great one!
This stuff right here. They mix some kind of lotion in it so it keeps your hands from cracking and breaking open. Lathers on better than unicorn dust and is cheaper. Also it smells really nice.
I think for you or for your kids (I grew up on loony toons and roger rabbit and every kid needs to watch this movie at LEAST once.)
Then for me, I want to say these because they're fun and I could wear them at work, but the more reasonable, realist side of me says I need this more because my cat is a furbeast and his regular slicker brush just isn't hacking it this year.
Thanks for the contest!
Great contest, my SO and I are on a work-out, healthy diet kick so we would both LOVE this speed resistance parachute
My gift to you
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BYSM0/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
Enjoy.
Is there a normal amount of chalk you're supposed to use? I just bought this and, having never used chalk before, I don't want to dump a ton of chalk on my hands. Is there a good amount to use or best way to put it on your hands?
Gymnastic grips
Buy some gym chalk!. I cant believe I deadlifted for so long without it. Essentially same story as you. It massively helps with grip. You'd be surprised. Chalk those paws up.
Also, do farmers walks. this will seriously improve your grip. If your gym has a hex bar, this will be the best way to do it (you can do it with dumbbells or kettlebells too, but the grips on the hex bars are as close as youll get to that on a barbell, plus you dont have to deal with the weights bumping into your legs)
Lastly, try using a mixed grip for heavier DLs. This is very common especially for powerlifters pulling reaaaally heavy DLs. I use double overhand as much as I can but above 185 (dont laugh I'm only a 5' lady haha, my max is 215 right now) I usually switch to mixed -though I am working on improving the weight at which I use double overhand. But for weights close to max I'll prob always use mixed grip. Try seeing what is more comfortable, which hand is underhand I mean. For me, left hand is underhand and right is overhand. Just see what feels "right" to you.
grip strength comes with time and isn't always as fast as your actual muscular development. Your hands and forearms have to get stronger too but they are significantly shorter and smaller muscles compared to the hamstrings and glutes and back muscles you use dead lifting. They will grow they just take more time to show significant gains.
Not sure if there was multiple groups with a parachute but I did have a parachute that we used for hot boxing multiple times. We also busted it out a few times when it was raining at sets and all just danced under it.
Here is the one I have. It's only 12 feet in diameter. Found the smaller size is easier to carry around than some of the larger ones.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01JOW0VLW/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1
We had our group of 8 of us about with multiple other people joining us under it.
Thanks!
I bought these on Amazon Doesn't get much better for $23.50.
They obviously have much more expensive ones. People argue wooden ones are the best. But I just wrapped mine up with some athletic tape and they are perfect for the money. And they are super easy to hang from a tree, play set or from the rafters in an attic.
As far as plans go, I have absolutely zero history of gymnastics or ring training. I basically have just browsed around on YouTube watching ring/gymnast training videos. Nothing to specific. But as of now, I only use the rings pull-ups and false grip holds. Because honestly this is all I can do at this point. To me, it kinda seems that you should have a foundation of being able to do a 60 second false grip hold. Here's a quick tutorial And also be able to do around ~15-20 pull-ups before attempting other stuff. Right now I can only get about 8 pull-ups max.
I plan to invest in a training program but have not found one I like yet. I will of course update you when/if I do.
Good luck!
Train grip strength. On the days you don't deadlift, like squat and bench days, jump up and just hang on the pull up bar with one hand. Hold for as long as you can and then switch hands and repeat.
On submaximal deadlift days, hold on to the bar on the last rep of each set for a 10 count. Just hold it. Also, you said powder... I don't know what that means but use chalk or get some liquid chalk.
Chalk
Liquid Chalk
Magnesium Carbonate, also known as gym chalk or climbing chalk. Takes very little and it's dirt cheap, no need to get the pricey stuff, they come in solid 2oz. blocks. Could get it from a local rock gym, or here it is on amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/GSC-PGE4360X-Gym-Chalk-1lb/dp/B0000BYSM0/ref=sr_1_8?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1425369271&sr=1-8&keywords=climbing+chalk
I use this because it's the cheapest on Amazon and chalk is chalk.
Lol the downvotes for the truth.
As below, I hope you are using a mixed grip- it immediately improved my DL by like 30 lbs. Having a similar effect was chalking up my hands. Turns out most of the slipperiness was sweat. Chalk is cheap as hell too. 12 bucks for eight bars or so. of the stuff
$10 a bottle. This is the one I use. A bottle lasts me about 3-4 months.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BYSM0/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
chalk up it will help a LOT
http://www.amazon.com/GSC-PGE4360X-Gym-Chalk-1lb/dp/B0000BYSM0/ref=pd_sim_sg_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=1TWNC6S25THX40ZQAH6K
Yep. I like the bricks a little better, myself. That ball is like a sock filled with powder
Like this?
Get yourself one of these: http://www.amazon.com/SKLZ-Speed-Resistance-Training-Parachute/dp/B002CLK21C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410404264&sr=8-1&keywords=running+parachute
Do some start-stop sprinting. If you're fast, you don't need to be big.
Guy here:
Calluses are caused by moisture/friction/abrasion.
What you need is weightlifting chalk.
Consider purchasing this little guy: http://www.amazon.com/Refillable-Gymnastics-Climbing-Weight-Lifting/dp/B003GPVB86/ref=sr_1_6?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1319758971&sr=1-6
I bought this and at my current use rate, it looks like it will last at least 6 months, probably more.
Chalk under not for me things thanks!
Monday
GSC Gym Chalk - 1lb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000BYSM0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Uo8XAb837BBKJ
Will last you until your grandchildren die if you use it sparingly.
I have this one in my DIY chalk bowl though I think it was $12 when I bought it.
https://www.amazon.com/GSC-PGE4360X-Gym-Chalk-1lb/dp/B0000BYSM0?SubscriptionId=AKIAJ7T5BOVUVRD2EFYQ&tag=camelsearches-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B0000BYSM0
they sell these on amazon
What about something like these gloves? Weight lifters use those. If you like them, I'm pretty sure you can find a leather worker on etsy who can custom make them to fit the whole palm.
These are also weight lifting.
These are wheelchair specific
To add to u/missprincesscarolyn's response, here's a link to gym chalk. It's Amazon but really should be able to get this at any sporting goods store. Just put a chunk in your bag that's manageably sized and rub your hands on that; I used it in my bag for a long time because I thought the alternatives were overly expensive and messy.
S&S Worldwide Parachute with 8 Handles Game, 12
I tend to agree, and if I'm doing more than like 10 pull ups I always wear hand protection to avoid ripping, and it's just more comfortable. I've tried a few, and now I've ended up with these Bear Komplex grips. I love 'em!
I've been using a parachute (a cheap on I bought here) I usually sprint about 5x50m then I do 3x50m and release the chute at 20m. After I'll do 5x40m sprints without the chute with full rest in between sets. I've felt an improvement in my speed but it's still a work in progress. I've also been doing power cleans and other power lifting exercises to build hip power, which I'm sure has contributed, as well.
I hope some of this helps! Good luck!
Here is the desktop version of your link
S&S Worldwide Parachute with 8 Handles Game, 12' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013XS3PDY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_9xAzybC63HGDZ
Guys, these can be bought for less than $20
It's pretty common. I have seen multiple people with a box of chalk blocks in their trunk. Here you get 8 blocks of chalk for about $9.
Edit: Found more links $90 bucket, 10,20,30 lbs of chalk,more
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I bought one on Amazon a couple years ago. We bring it to parties. The kids love it (and adults do too).
https://www.amazon.com/Champion-Sports-Multi-Colored-Parachute-Diameter/dp/B001HA0J30/
These are pretty good. https://www.amazon.com/JerkFit-Finger-Leather-Gymnastics-Protection/dp/B07DRBKLCV