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I don't use grips etc on deadlifts, or anything under 8RM.
I do however, use grips on accessory work, eg; 20 rep shrugs, lat pull downs etc where I am supersetting, and have completely ruined my grip (and forearms) earlier in the workout. If you're following a powerlifting regimen - with more rest in between sets - you'll most likely you'll have enough time to recover. I always have when training like this. However, after doing overloaded reps with grips - my lats & traps have exploded. Instead of doing 8-10 chins with 20kg on the dip belt + 96kg bodyweight, I can pump out 16-20. Yep, struggled to get out of bed.
I do however, use grips on accessory work, eg; 20 rep shrugs, lat pull downs etc where I am supersetting, and have completely ruined my grip (and forearms) earlier in the workout. If you're following a powerlifting regimen - with more rest in between sets - you'll most likely you'll have enough time to recover. I always have when training like this. However, after doing overloaded reps with grips - my lats & traps have exploded. Instead of doing 8-10 chins with 20kg on the dip belt + 96kg bodyweight, I can pump out 16-20. Yep, struggled to get out of bed.