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I also don't understand why someone would use a hook grip for deadlifts, and I mean this in a curious, inquisitive way and not in a judging way. Seems like it's a lot of pressure on your thumb but I don't see the benefit beyond toughening up your thumbs or enduring pain. I always thought the hook grip was just a necessity of the rules and technical requirements of the olympic lifts with the added benefit of helping to take your arms out of the equation. So I'm curious to know why you guys hook in for DLs if you do.
-more symmetrical
-keep the bar closer to you
-slightly shorter stroke
-can be actually be a more secure grip (depends on a few factors)
-lower risk of tearing biceps