Helps to increase pulling and grip strength
Consistent performance of rack pulls causes significant improvements in pulling strength. Increase in pulling strength can also be gotten from performing other pulling exercise such as the traditional deadlift. When there is an increase in pulling strength, the performance of athletes greatly increases especially in sports where explosive power and strength is a great criterion. Pulling exercise like rack pull also help to improve grip strength which has been proven to reduce the risk of various diseases and improve way of life among older adults. Athletes can improve their performance in sports such as shot put and javelin where great pulling power is needed by regularly performing the rack pull exercise.