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What is Mixed Grip?
Gripping the bar with one palm forward and one back to prevent roll.
In context
Mixed Grip is a key concept in powerlifting. Gripping the bar with one palm forward and one back to prevent roll. Knowing what it means — and how it connects to the rest of your training — turns it from jargon into something you can actually use in the gym.
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Related powerlifting terms
Common questions.
What does mixed grip mean?
Gripping the bar with one palm forward and one back to prevent roll.
What category does mixed grip belong to?
Mixed Grip is a term from powerlifting in strength and fitness training. Browse more powerlifting terms in the Nishaana glossary.
Why does mixed grip matter for training?
Understanding mixed grip helps you train and program more deliberately — it is one of the ideas that separates guessing from a real, repeatable system.
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