# Why do my fingers hurt from BJJ?

Gi gripping destroys fingers over time. Tape your fingers for support. Learn to grip efficiently - do not death grip everything. Release grips before they are stripped. Strengthen your fingers with rice bucket exercises. Consider more no-gi training if finger pain becomes chronic.

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**Tags:** injury, gi, training

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