The number one benefit of using straps when you lift is that they allow you to exhaust the target muscle(s) without losing your grip. So, if you're pushing yourself but sometimes feel like your grip is slipping, then use lifting straps.

Are lifting straps worth it?

As for noncompetitive lifters, there's no doubt that they will help you make strength and size gains that lead to...well, more strength and size gains. Perhaps the number one benefit of using straps is that they allow you to fatigue the target muscle without worrying about your grip failing first.

Do straps weaken grip?

Some say straps lead to a weak grip so they never use them. ... Hardcore lifters often associate the use of lifting straps with a weak grip. Avoiding straps during heavy staples like deadlifts, rows, and pulldowns can be good for building forearm and hand strength, but there are also strategic uses for straps.