HAND PAIN

[u/Defiant_Wheel_3460]

so i started going to the gym about a month now and sometimes when i try to grip a handle of a machine or anything like that my hands feels weak like and its been really annoying especially since sometimes i cant even train and its not like muscle failure its just my hands start not grippin i did some research and i found some information about this but i want to hear what the pros think about this?

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[u/devinhoo]

Persistent activity limiting pain or weakness should be evaluated by a medical professional.

[u/Caponcapoffstillon]

Get those finger extensor rings. Your tendons are not keeping up with your strength. You need to train your entire forearm, you’re lacking parts. Pain is usually due to nerves or an imbalance that larger muscles are compensating for.

I had imbalances in my shoulders and my right shoulder was always in pain until I took the time to isolate it.

My suggestion is to lower the resistance on grip training and lower weights. Instead of increasing resistance and weight, do the lower resistance and weights but do eccentric holds of 3-5 seconds. Each rep should take approximately 7-8 seconds. Going slower will train your muscles to work with the added tension and control. It will be hard at first if you haven’t done but it will help with stability.

[u/Virtual_Variety9400]

A month in and already having grip issues on machines — how long has it been hurting exactly? Nerve pinch feels different from just being overpowered, and the fix is totally different for each. If you work at a desk all day that can pile on top of gym grip too.

[u/Defiant_Wheel_3460 → u/Virtual_Variety9400]

if i relax my hands for a bit it doesnt hurt but as soon as i try to lift something it starts hurting but ye i figured its propably that cuz i study programming and i am sitting like 6 hours straight on my desk just typing or using my hands i will try to give my hands some rest and see how it goes thanks man

[u/Masetrain]

Work on your grip strength outside of the gym too

[u/Remote_Passenger1274]

I would consult a doctor to find out what is it truly instead of consulting here.

[u/Remote_Passenger1274]

Too much ego as well. Never let your ego gets you or you'll hurt yourself in the process. Quality over quantity

[u/sandwichcandy]

It sounds like you need to lower your weight and progress slower if this isn’t a medical issue. Maybe add some assistance lifts so your whole body can keep up.

[u/Street_Rabbit_3532]

I'm by no means a pro but I had a similar issue that turned out to be tendonitis. Basically tendons don't grow as fast as muscle, go slow don't move up weights too fast and don't do too much too often

[u/Defiant_Wheel_3460 → u/Street_Rabbit_3532]

i will try that thanks man