Training Protocols

01 Max Pinch Strength

Max Pinch Strength

The most effective and reliable way to build maximum pinch strength

Intensity: 85-95%
Set: Pinch for 10 seconds and release
Rest: 3-5 minutes between sets
Volume: 4-6 sets for each hand
Frequency: 1-2 per week, 48+ hours between sessions

Pre workout instructions

Set the rear stopper to the desired pinch width in rest
Set the front stopper to the desired pinch width you want to train for
Attach the desired weight to the metal ring hanging from the machine ropes
Rotate the device to the desired angle (if it hangs on our pivotal mount)

Workout instructions

Hold the weight reduction handle with your non-pinching hand, and lay your pinching/training hand on the pinching arms
Pull the weight reduction handle slightly downwards
While doing so, start to pinch hard with your training hand against the front stopper and slowly release the weight reduction handle, until you feel the full load on your pinching hand
Pinch for 10 seconds and release for 3 minutes
Switch the pinching hand

02 Strength Endurance

Strength Endurance Pinch Repeaters

The most effective and reliable way to gain pinch strength endurance

Intensity: 60-80%
Set: Pinch for 7 seconds, release for 3 seconds, repeat 5 times
Volume: 3-5 sets for each hand
Rest: 1-2 minutes between sets
Frequency: 1-2 per week, 48+ hours between sessions

Pre workout instructions

Set the rear stopper to the desired pinch width in rest
Set the front stopper to the desired pinch width you want to train for
Attach the desired weight to the metal ring hanging from the machine ropes
Rotate the device to the desired angle (if it hangs on our pivotal mount)

Workout instructions

Start to pinch with your hand against the front stopper
Pinch for 7 seconds and release for 3 seconds, repeat 5 times
Switch the pinching hand

03 Pinch Endurance

Pinch Endurance

A guaranteed way to peak your pinch endurance

Intensity: 20-40%
Set: Pinch for 7 seconds, release for 3 seconds, repeat 5 times
Volume: 2-4 sets for each hand
Rest: 10 minutes between sets
Frequency: 1 per week

Pre workout instructions

Set the rear stopper to the desired pinch width in rest
Set the front stopper to the desired pinch width you want to train for
Attach the desired weight to the metal ring hanging from the machine ropes
Rotate the device to the desired angle (if it hangs on our pivotal mount)

Workout instructions

Start to pinch with your hand against the front stopper
Pinch for 7 seconds, and release for 3 seconds, repeat 5 times
Switch the pinching hand

Tissue Rehabilitation

Use this protocol for tissue recovery, after a pulley or tendons injury.

Intensity: Start at 10-50% depending on your injury and healing phase
Set: Pinch 5-10 times and rest
Rest: 3-5 minutes between sets

Volume: 4-6 sets per hand

Frequency: 1-2 per week, 60+ hours between sessions

04 Tissues Rehabilitation

Pre workout instructions

Set the rear stopper to the widest pinch you can hold
Set the front stopper to the narrowest pinch width
Attach the desired weight to the metal ring that hangs from the machine ropes
Rotate the device to the desired angle (if it hangs on our pivotal mount)

Warm-up instructions

Hold the weight reduction handle with your non-injured hand, and lay your injured/training hand on the pinching arms
Pull the weight reduction handle slightly downwards
While doing so, start to pinch gently with your training hand against the front stopper, and slowly release the weight reduction handle, until you feel the full load on your pinching hand
Very slowly open your pinching palm while resisting the Machine's arms pressure to open

Warm Up

Warming Up

An effective method to warming up your fingers and palm.

Intensity: Start at 10-15% and increases gradually
Set: Pinch 10-15 times and rest
Rest: 3 minutes between sets

Volume: Gradually increase the load until you feel warmed up
Frequency: Before every workout

Pre workout instructions

Set the rear stopper for the widest pinch you can hold
Set the front stopper for narrower pinch width
Attach the desired weight to the metal ring that hangs from the machine ropes
Rotate the device to the desired angle (if it hangs on our pivotal mount)

Warm-up instructions

Start to pinch with full range of motion of your hand against the front stopper
Repeat 10-15 times, rest for 3 minutes
Switch the pinching hand

Please train responsibly and carefully, and make sure to consult with a climbing trainer / professional in order to avoid injuries.

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