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The Standard Pull-Up Is Dead: Why the Military Should Adopt Monkee Grip Pull-Ups as the New Test of Toughness

The standard pull-up may build strength—but it doesn’t prepare soldiers for the instability, fatigue, and grip failure of real combat. Monkee Grip pull-ups introduce friction-based instability that...

Why Grip Strength Matters More in Hockey Than You Think

Hockey gets faster every season, but one strength still flies under the radar — your grip. Grip strength drives harder shots, cleaner stickhandling, and more control in every puck battle. Learn why...

Grip Strength Is Functional Strength

Chasing ego muscles can make you look strong while moving slower and performing worse. Functional strength is strength that transfers to sports, hobbies, and daily life. Since the hands are the poi...

Rope Grips vs Bar Grips: The Surprising Winner for Pull-Ups

Bar pull-ups are stable and predictable — but they only take your grip so far. Rope grips add flex and instability, forcing your forearms, fingers, and tendons to work overtime. In this guide, we c...

Monkee Grips vs Fat Gripz: Which Builds Grip Strength Faster?

Fat Gripz make bars thicker. Monkee Grips make every rep harder. Both tools can build stronger hands, but if your goal is real grip endurance, tendon strength, and performance on pull-ups, dead han...

Pickleball Grip Strength: The Key to Better Paddle Control and Endurance

Struggling with paddle control or tiring out during long rallies? This blog dives into why grip strength is a critical — yet overlooked — factor in pickleball performance. From enhanced shot precis...

Football Grip Strength: The Secret to Better Performance at Every Level

This blog post explains why grip strength is critical in football at every level—from youth to the pros. It explores how strong hands improve catching, blocking, tackling, and ball security. The po...

Grip Strength: Why It Matters and How to Build It

This blog post dives into why grip strength is more than just a fitness buzzword—it’s a foundational element for athletic performance, injury prevention, and everyday functionality. It covers the s...

Grip Strength Master Class: Top Searches, Training Methods and How Monkee Grips Can Transform Your Performance

Grip Strength Master Class Summary Interest in grip strength has surged, with Google and Amazon showing peak searches and purchases of adjustable hand grippers and trainer kits in 2024–2025. Grip s...

How Monkee Grips Supercharge Your Kettlebell Workouts: A Game-Changer for Grip Strength and Full-Body Performance

Want to get more out of your kettlebell workouts—without changing your routine?Monkee Grips are the easiest way to build real-world grip strength while using the equipment you already own. Just loo...