Using the hook grip in weightlifting is an often-overlooked method that is shown in this video. It is mostly shown in the snatch. Gabriel stresses that it’s not enough to just grab the barrell; the hook grip must be used properly.
They point out the false belief that the hook grip is all about holding the bar tightly and stress how important it is to keep your grip open, especially during the snatch. The right way to hold the barbell tightly is with just three fingers: the thumb, the index finger, and the middle finger.
Using the hook grip incorrectly can cause form problems and mistakes in your weightlifting moves. The video stresses how important it is to learn the hook grip to do lifts like the snatch and cleaning correctly.
Gabriel tells viewers that practicing and improving their hook grip can help them gain more control during jumps and get rid of the feeling that the barbell is falling. In the end, learning the hook grip can make weightlifting method much more effective overall.
You can watch the whole video on YouTube at this link: https://youtu.be/M743DbSuONA?si=Dj0B7R0SlkIf989l