John brookfield top secret kettlebell training repost. Jun 07, 20 john brookfield really taught me technique for feats of strength. Highly recommend for those looking for complete lower arm srrength. The author certainly knows of which he speaks, and he does a first rate job imparting this knowledge, won through personal experience, to the reader. What i am wondering, and asking you guys, are these two basically the same book, or material, written at different times. If you are looking for pinch equipment and dont mind paying, i recommend ryan pitts from stronger grip enterprises. As the second man in the world to close the fearsom no. Johns creative new exercises and unbridled enthusiasm are what the grip masters manual is all about a wide array of innovative techniques and exercises designed to motivate and challenge you.
Moving beyond mastery of hand strength, john brookfield continues his tradition of breaking new ground in grip training. John brookfields other publications include mastery of hand strength, revised edition, the grip masters manual, training with cables for strength, blueprint for grip strength dvd, and dexterity ball training for hands course. The grip masters manual is a superb book with many unusual ideas for exercise and hand health. The complete keys to progress john mccallum swift injustice. John has also been listed in ripleys believe it or not and the guinness book of world records. Captains of crush grippers commonly nicknamed coc are a brand of torsionspring grippers a torsion spring fitted with two handles designed, manufactured and sold by ironmind enterprises, inc. I know him personally and he does what he says he will do. John, who invented what are now commonly called strap holds, is also your guide to climbing the mountain to close the no.
John brookfield s other publications include mastery of hand strength, revised edition, the grip masters manual, training with cables for strength, blueprint for grip strength dvd, and dexterity ball training for hands course. Two books written by gripstrength expert john brookfield and published by ironmind mastery of hand strength, revised edition 2008 and the grip masters manual 2002 also expand upon these basic components of grip strength, which are now considered as widely accepted fact. I got fired up, and performing these feats really became a passion. Personally, i believe it better to begin grip strength with some sort of timed hanging bar, towel, etc. Obviously that excepts things like weighted vests and some kinds of squats. Over sixty grip strength and hand strength training tips by john brookfield, using barbell plates, grippers, hand grippers, sledgehammers and more to improve your grip, wrist, and forearm strength. Power talk with john brookfield mahlers aggressive strength. His endlessly creative approaches to grip training are amply demonstrated in his several books and dvds. He john brookfield is definitely a master of grip, and forearm strength. John brookfield books list of books by author john. He is also a very sharing person who will gladly help others to succeed. Its a truism of strength that if your hands cant grip it, you cant lift it.
Mastery of hand strength by john brookfield 1995, paperback. The next generation of the silver crush grippers, released in 1993, marked the next major step in gripper evolution. Though many of its products include strengthtraining equipment and accessories, ironmind also publishes books, dvds and the quarterly magazine milo. Just twirl the bar slowly and deliberately with all fingers. His strength has also been recognized in ripleys believe it or not and the guinness book of world records. John brookfield is the author of mastery of hand strength 3.
Dec 31, 2008 the book is professional, informative, and well written. John brookfield going for bending record the archives. John brookfield blueprint for grip strength duration. John brookfield really taught me technique for feats of strength. Many of the techniques in the book are specifically recommended to aid with closing the cocs.
I strongly recommend mastery of hand strength by john brookfield. Mastery of hand strength is the beloved book on grip strength that just about every grip guy in the last 10 years has read, probably at least twice. John brookfields new grippers check these out they look good but in my opinion the ivanko supergripper is the best grip tool you can buythe many increments of adjustable resistance make it superior to any grip tool on the marketit is even available with knurled handles although i prefer the regular smooth handles. Strength world record holder john brookfield power talk. Pdf419fa mastery of hand strength is the book on grip strength the one that every grip guy in the last 10 years has read, probably at least twice. John brookfield beyond bodyweight training system battlingropes.
Now in its second edition, mastery of hand strength is the book on grip and lowerarm training. May 12, 2012 brookfield is a beast no one would ever believe you could reach his standard of grip strength with his exercse selection, until you give them a go you dont realise how much potential theyve got. Brookfields performances earned him appearances on the today show, live with regis and kathie lee, and good morning america. Thrust your hand into a 5gallon bucket of sand, pebbles, steel shot or any other resistive substance and grab a handful as explosively as possible. Mastery of hand strength by john brookfield nook book. Even though john is 52yearsold, he is still going strong. Mastery of hand strength by john brookfield is a book about one aspect of strength hand strength. This book is one of the few books full of practical and excellent information about griptraining. Johns articles are also regularly featured in milo. Dec 31, 2008 buy mastery of hand strength revised by brookfield, john, strossen, randall j. This technique comes from john brookfield like most worthwhile grip tips and his book the grip masters manual. Chockfull of exercises for building strength from your elbows to your fingertips, this book will motivate you with johns new training ideas and creative ap.
Did this passion inspire the strategies for neuromass. I know one of them was recently published in a revised version. Grip strength is the force applied by the hand to pull on or suspend from objects and is a specific part of hand. Read the grip masters manual by john brookfield available from rakuten kobo.
List of books by author john brookfield thriftbooks. If you are interested in building a stronger grip, you must read this book. The grip masters manual by john brookfield 20021106. John begins with some general training pointers, including how to practice good hand health, and then shows you how to build your overall upper body. Jul 01, 2011 john brookfield beyond bodyweight training system battlingropes.
By 1992, ironmind had moved all design and production of its grippers inhouse. In todays video, i talk about my experience with the john brookfield books. John has been listed in ripleys believe it or not and the guinness book of world records. Mastery of hand strength ebook by john brookfield rakuten kobo. Brookfield is a beast no one would ever believe you could reach his standard of grip strength with his exercse selection, until you give them a go you dont realise how much potential theyve got. The grip masters manual by john brookfield nook book. John brookfield going for bending record the archives the. Finally, john leads you through the consummate grip masters repertoire. John brookfield is a neverending source of creative approaches to grip training. Dragon door interviews author and strongman jon bruney. He is a mainstay in the strength world and a living legend. Johns creative new exercises and unbridled enthusiasm are what the grip masters manual is all about. Jan 14, 2004 john works really hard on all his feats.
Mastery of hand strength is the book on grip strength the one that every grip guy in the last 10 years has read, probably at least twice. Here is a short list of a few of john brookfield s accomplishments. I used to own a copy of mastery of hand strength dont lend strength books to friends and it is a great reference. Mastery of hand strength by john brookfield grip training.
John brookfield is a multiple world record holder who has been seen on television shows such as the today show, good morning america, regis and kathie lee and the vicki lawrence show. Moving beyond mastery of hand strength, john brookfield con. John brookfield s new grippers check these out they look good but in my opinion the ivanko supergripper is the best grip tool you can buythe many increments of adjustable resistance make it superior to any grip tool on the marketit is even available with knurled handles although i prefer the regular smooth handles. John brookfields book once again is great on this subject, as he is always training his grip on the cheap. I learned this exercise from john brookfields excellent book mastery of hand strength. Johns latest kettlebell dvd is a must have for the kettlebell enthusiast as well as anyone wishing to develop a powerful grip for any sport or activity.
The grip masters manual by john brookfield goodreads. Bulging with exercises for building strength from your elbows to your fingertips, this book will motivate you with johns new training ideas and creative approaches to crushing grip, pinch grip, dumbbells, fingers, and wrists. Aug 27, 2010 john brookfields book once again is great on this subject, as he is always training his grip on the cheap. Buy a cheap copy of mastery of hand strength book by john brookfield. Those of you who want to be less rugged can use a pair of thin gloves. This book continues where mastery of hand strength ends, as john focuses on functional upperbody and lowerarm strength. Chockfull of exercises for building strength from your elbows to your fingertips, this book will motivate you with johns new training ideas and creative approaches to crushing grip, pinch grip, dumbbells, fingers, and wrists. John brookfields books mastery of hand strength, revised edition, the grip masters manual, training with cables for strength, and realworld.
John brookfields books mastery of hand strength, revised edition, the grip masters manual, training with cables for strength, and realworld conditioning combine johns limitless creativity with his friendly, downhome manner. See all books authored by john brookfield, including mastery of hand strength, and the grip masters manual, and more on thriftbooks. John brookfield beyond bodyweight training system youtube. By john brookfield author of mastery of hand strength, revised edition, training with cables for strength, the grip masters manual, and realworld conditioning one grip at a time in this months grip tip, i will show you a game you can try for fun and motivation. To those in the grip world, john brookfield needs no introduction. Not really a book for closing heavy grippers, though hes included some updated info on that subject as well. The aforementioned john brookfield recommends a 4 foot long, 34 inch thick rebar. Mastery of hand strength by john brookfield goodreads. Read mastery of hand strength by john brookfield available from rakuten kobo. John brookfield was the second man in the world to officially close the fearsome no. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. John brookfield is a multiple world record holder and author. Not really a book for closing heavy grippers, though hes included some updated info on. John brookfield griphand strength books ironmind forum.
Many of the strategies in the book came from whole idea of training for strongman performances. Mastery of hand strength john brookfield the grip masters manual john brookfield sandbag training course brian jones for men only secrets of a successful image. They are the official grippers of the arnold sports festival, the gnc grip gauntlet, united states arm wrestling and the worlds strongest man contest. He is for real, you would have to spend some time with him and find out what a real no flash type person he is. Imagine doing that, but twirling a long piece of iron rebar. Anyone do any john brookfield exercises in their routine. It contains nononsense and honest information about training. Here is a short list of a few of john brookfields accomplishments. The book is professional, informative, and well written.
Mastery of hand strength instructional book rogue fitness. The exercises on this dvd were developed by john brookfield to take your strength training to the next level. Buy mastery of hand strength revised by brookfield, john, strossen, randall j. Feb 19, 2016 i used to own a copy of mastery of hand strength dont lend strength books to friends and it is a great reference. May 26, 2009 i have been making steady progress on my 1. A quick question, john brookfield has written mastery of hand strength as well as the grip masters manual. Ive got a lot of his equipment, both customized and off the shelf.
354 1130 1145 1515 527 1343 1589 722 472 528 549 647 921 330 103 571 912 186 1392 1575 1163 848 1150 270 259 630 1434 417 711 546 82 329 1444 270 9