Different grips are used for strength training: pronated (overhand), supinated (underhand), and alternating (one hand up, one down). Here's what to know.

3. The "Suitcase" exercise will strengthen the support grip. This activity can be performed by carrying heavy buckets filled with water, rice, etc., or a weight as shown. To build power in this ...

The neutral hand positioning is a great way to further target the brachialis muscle, which lies deep in the biceps and helps push the “peak” of the upper arm to more prominence. 3. Close-Grip ...

All the exercises use a neutral grip – where you perform an exercise with your palms facing each other – as opposed to an underhand grip (supinated) or a pronated grip (overhand).

Other options include an alternated grip, in which one hand is pronated and the other is supinated, often used by deadlifters pulling heavy weight, and a neutral grip, in which both palms face ...