Lifting Straps | Weightlifting & Deadlift Straps for Grip

Lifting straps are training accessories that wrap around the wrist and bar to improve grip during pulling exercises. They help take pressure off the hands and forearms so lifters can focus more on the target muscles during heavy sets.

• Supports grip during deadlifts, rows and shrugs
• Helps reduce forearm and hand fatigue
• Useful for higher-volume pulling workouts
• Common in bodybuilding, strength training and powerlifting

Lifting straps are often used when grip fatigue limits performance before the back, traps or posterior chain are fully trained.

Loop Lifting Straps

The most common style. Easy to use and suitable for deadlifts, rows, shrugs and general strength training.

Figure-8 Lifting Straps

Designed for maximum grip security during heavy pulls, especially deadlifts, where a more locked-in feel is preferred.

Olympic / Quick-Release Straps

A faster-release option often preferred for lifts where quicker bar separation is useful.

Cotton or Heavy-Duty Webbing Straps

Durable, comfortable strap materials built to handle repeated use under heavy training loads.

1) Match straps to your training style

• General strength / bodybuilding: loop straps are the most versatile
• Heavy deadlifts: figure-8 straps provide maximum hold
• Olympic lifting / quicker release: quicker-release styles may be preferred

2) Choose based on support level

• Softer straps offer more comfort
• Heavier-duty webbing offers more durability under load

3) Build a complete support setup

• Pair with chalk for extra bar control
• Use with lifting belts during heavy compound lifts
• Add wraps or sleeves for additional joint support

Home Gym Use

• Great for progressing deadlifts, rows and pull-ups
• Compact and easy to store in a gym bag
• Ideal for lifters training with barbells and dumbbells at home

Commercial / Studio Use

• Durable materials for repeated use
• Useful for PT sessions and advanced lifters
• Heavy-duty straps suit frequent heavy pulling programs

Best for Beginners

• Standard loop lifting straps
• Comfortable cotton or webbing construction
• Good for learning heavier rows and deadlifts

Best for Heavy Pulling

• Figure-8 lifting straps for maximum hold
• Ideal for deadlifts, shrugs and heavy barbell pulls

Best for Building a Full Support Kit

• Lifting belts for bracing
• Wraps for wrist support
• Chalk for added grip control

Budget vs Premium

• Budget: standard loop straps for general gym training
• Premium: heavy-duty loop or figure-8 straps for stronger grip support and durability

What do lifting straps do?

Lifting straps improve grip support during pulling exercises by reducing the demand on the hands and forearms.

Are lifting straps good for deadlifts?

Yes. They are commonly used for deadlifts when grip becomes the limiting factor before the working muscles are fully challenged.

Should beginners use lifting straps?

Yes, but many beginners use them selectively once grip fatigue starts limiting heavy pulls or higher-rep back work.

What is the difference between loop straps and figure-8 straps?

Loop straps are more versatile for general lifting, while figure-8 straps provide a more locked-in grip for heavy pulls.

Do you ship lifting straps across Australia?

Yes. Orders dispatch fast from Sydney and deliver Australia-wide.