Grip Globe Review

The Grip Globe is a forearm trainer with a built-in cable and cam that maintains constant tension.

I can train my wrists and forearms with 4 movements: supination, pronation, ulnar and radial deviation.

And I can use it with cable machines, resistance bands, weight plates, dumbbells, kettlebells, and more.

Let’s check it out!

Unboxing

The Globe comes in wrapping paper.

Since it’s made of hard plastic there’s really no need for additional protection.

And here it is out of the box.

It’s a thick handle with a cam attached to it and a cable coming out from one end.

They also include a strap and carabiner to attach multiple forms of resistance.

Specs

• Material: Thermoplastic

• Grip Globe weight: 8 oz

• Includes: carabiner and 11.4″ strap

• Weight capacity: 40 lbs

• Handle length: 5.5″

• Handle diameter: 1.5″ (38mm)

• Cable length: 20″

What Is The Grip Globe?

The Grip Globe is a forearm trainer made by Hypertrophy by Design.

It’s a handle with a cable attached to it and a cam around it that helps to maintain constant tension while exercising.

Exercises I can do with the Grip Globe include pronation, supination, ulnar deviation, and radial deviation.

UPDATE

Hypertrophy by Design has now launched two more versions: Grip Globe 2.0 and Grip Globe Carbon Fiber.

Below, I break down the details of what’s new…

Grip Globe 2.0

• Handle: Medium knurling added

• Weight capacity: Weight limit is 90 lbs (previous version was 40 lbs)

• Grip add-ons: Compatible with fat grips products

Grip Globe Carbon Fiber

• Material: Carbon fiber reinforced PPS (stronger than Thermoplastic)

• Handle: Aggressive knurling added

• Weight capacity: Weight limit is 120 lbs

• Grip add-ons: Compatible with fat grips products

Top Benefits Of The Grip Globe

Constant Tension

One thing I’ve noticed about using the Grip Globe is that I feel constant tension throughout the exercises.

Especially during pronation and supination, where it’s common to lose tension in the middle of the movements when using dumbbell.

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Best Features Of The Grip Globe

Cam

The cam is the circle that wraps around the handle.

It has a groove throughout the entire cam and that’s where the cable runs as I turn the handle.

This lets me feel constant tension on all exercises from start to finish.

Cable / Strap

Since I have the option to use a carabiner or strap to add resistance, this gives me options to work with all types of equipment.

With the carabiner at the end, I can attach it to cable machines and resistance bands.

If I use the strap, I can attach small weight plates, dumbbells, and kettlebells.

Exercises With The Grip Globe

There are a couple forearm rotation exercises I can do with the Grip Globe.

The first one is pronation, where I start with my palm facing up and the resistance on the thumb side.

Then I rotate my forearm until my wrist is facing down.

For supination I do the opposite.

I start with my palm facing down and the resistance on the thumb side.

Then I rotate my forearm until my palm faces up.

These are two exercises I use on a consistent basis to control tendinitis on the inside of my right elbow.

The other two exercises are radial and ulnar deviation.

Both of these use a hammer grip, the difference is where the resistance is pulling from.

For radial deviation, the resistance is in front of my hand and I tilt my hand towards my thumb.

And for ulnar deviation, the resistance is behind my hand and I tilt my hand towards my pinkie.

Both are small movements that don’t require a lot of weight but they’re important for overall wrist and forearm strength.

Grip Globe Pros & Cons

Pros

• Constant tension: The globe around the handle works like a cam so there’s constant tension in every exercise

• Smooth motion: Rotation in all planes of motion feels smooth without any jerkiness

• Multiple movements: I can train 4 movements of the wrists and forearms

• Compatibility: Works with weight plates, dumbbells, loading pins, kettlebells, cable machines

• Stability: The cam helps to reduce swinging commonly seen with weight hanging off cables

Cons

• Flexion/Extension: I can’t use it for wrist flexion and extension exercises

Grip Globe Price

The Grip Globe sells for $40 which I feel is a fair price.

I’ve tested other forearm and wrist trainers that are $100+ and don’t provide consistent tension.

And as usual, I try to get my readers a discount whenever possible.

So I was able to get a 5% discount for his product which comes out to $2 off.

Not much but it’s better than nothing.

Click the red button below to reveal my exclusive discount code…

Grip Globe Alternatives

The Strong Arm

The Strong Arm is a plate loaded, 3-handle forearm trainer, that can be used with one or both hands at the same time.

One thing I really like about the Strong Arm is the angled weight horn.

This allows me to maintain constant tension throughout all exercises so the burn is real.

Gripzilla Tornado

The Gripzilla Tornado works with friction pads so it can be used anywhere without the need for weight plates.

It strengthens my wrists and forearms by providing resistance while I rotate the handles and it’s adjustable so I can make it harder as I get stronger.

ATG Wrist Bar

The ATG Wrist Bar is a thick straight bar that can be used for many forearm exercises.

One end (the weight horn side) is chrome so it eliminates scratches and the handle side is grippy.

Only downside to this bar is that I can’t do wrist flexions and extensions.

SportGrips Sidewinder Revolution 2.0

The SportGrips Sidewinder Revolution 2.0 is a grip training tool with dual direction resistance handles.

For this one I just have to twist a knob on one end and both handles increase resistance.

Knurling on this one is more pronounced and the diameter is bigger too.

My Experience Using The Grip Globe

I’m a big fan of forearm and wrist trainers because they’ve helped me prevent and get rid of golfer’s elbow flare ups.

And I don’t need a lot of weight to reap the benefits from this machine since I’m working on small muscles.

The only exercises I can’t do with it are wrist flexion and extension.

Overall, I feel the Grip Globe works well, maintains constant tension, and eliminates swinging so I’m moving the weights in a smooth, controlled motion.

Is The Grip Globe Worth It

If you have weak wrists, want to increase strength in your forearms, or suffer from elbow pain, the Grip Globe is worth checking out.

I mainly use it to prevent inner elbow pain but when I get a flare up, it helps me rehab the tendinitis in a safe way without overdoing it.

The movements are smooth, maintain constant tension, and strengthen small forearm muscles that are often overlooked.