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Plate Pinch

How to do it with good form, the muscles it works and what you need.

HOLD
Main muscle
Forearms
Also works
Mostly just that one
Equipment
Barbell & plates

How to do it

  1. Pinch a smooth plate (or two pressed together) by its rim, fingers on one side and thumb on the other.
  2. Stand tall with your arm straight at your side.
  3. Hold for the time without letting the plate slide, then switch hands.

Common mistakes

Know what to lift next

Iron Streak puts lifts like the Plate Pinch into a weekly plan built around your goal, schedule and equipment. Every set shows the weight and reps to aim for, and your streak keeps score.

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