Abstract: A hand strap (1) comprises a flexible hand-supporting strap body (3) having first and second ends (7a, 7b) configured for connection to a handle (2) of a skiing pole or similar. A flexible support member (4) extends from a branching region (4a) on the body (3) and has a free end (4b), and comprises an adjustable locking device (5a-e, 6b; 12a, b) configured for releasably securing the free end (4b) to a securing portion (10) of the body (3). The body optionally comprises a central first support region (8) located between the fist and second ends; said first support region being configured for supporting a lower part (H1) of the hand. The strap comprises an elastic set aiming element (19) arranged in a region of the flexible support member at the outer side of the strap turning away from the user's hand.