Some Thoughts on Blob Lifting

Being in the "not quite 7.5inch hand group", my experiences may help others in the same situation.

1. Hand placement is crucial. Position your hand with every rep. This will not only ensure a better lift, but burn the movement into your brain.
2. If you use chalk, it will build up and get slippery if the weather turns damp. Clean the crud off. Don't be stubborn. I wash my hands off with dish soap before beginning my workout. It helps get the oils off the hand.
3. You need strong wrists. As the implement is ascending, it will try to fight away from you. The wrist will help guide it.
4. Micro loading with magnets will aid your progress. You will be able to fine tune your maxes. They will also give you tiny steps of progression.
5. Don't forget to work your whole body. If you have a bad lower back, just be careful and work what you can.
6. Again, keep a detailed log.
7. There will be days when NOTHING will come off the floor. Accept it and move on.
8. Blocks will make your whole hand stronger. When the time comes to specialize on something, you will have reserves of strength to draw from and refine.

Enough of that, it's past 12PM, time to pour a whiskey.