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Baby powder or chalk is used to improve grip by absorbing moisture on the hands.

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11y ago

Its used for grip on the bar/handles. Slipping bar means injury, and most weightlifters can't get injured or it ruins their career.

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8y ago

To soak up hand sweat and get just the right amount of grip.

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11y ago

to increase the grip of the hand

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3y ago

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Q: Why do weight lifters powder their hands?
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