Hangboard Open Hand Grip
Hangboard Open Hand Grip Instructions
- Set up a hangboard at a doorway or wall.
- Reach up and grip the holds with an open hand grip.
- Keep the fingers straight rather than crimped.
- Brace your core and keep the shoulders engaged.
- Hang from the holds with feet off the floor.
- Hold the hang with arms slightly bent.
- Lower the feet to the floor when needed.
- Continue for the working set.
Hangboard Open Hand Grip Form & Visual

Hangboard Open Hand Grip Benefits
- Builds finger strength
- Trains the forearms
- Useful for climbing
- Strong grip drill
- Builds grip endurance
Hangboard Open Hand Grip Muscles Worked
- Wrist flexors
- Brachioradialis
- Wrist extensors
Hangboard Open Hand Grip Variations & Alternatives
- Dead Hang
- Pull Up
- Farmer Walk
- Towel Hang





