Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.As a strength trainee, you have so many choices.Choice of exercise. Grip type. Number of sets. Total reps. Gym accessories. I could go on.The problem is which choice is best? Quick NavigationIn a Hurry? Here is My Top RecommendationWhat Are Velcro … Read more
If you’re a frequent visitor of our site, you’ll know how much I love deadlifts.The pure raw strength required to lift a weight is invigorating.But deadlifts are hard.Not many exercises can tackle so many muscles in one movement. Quick NavigationDeadlifting With or Without a Belt3 Benefits of Deadlifting Without a Belt1. Mental Grit2. Core Strength3. … Read more
The more you care for anything, the longer it stays with you.You can arguably say this about relationships but I am talking about gym accessories.Whether you have resistance bands, loops, or even a whole garage gym setup, you need to take care of it. Quick NavigationWashing Your Lifting BeltDrying Your Lifting BeltStoring Your Lifting BeltHow … Read more
QUICK OVERVIEW Features Materials Quality PriceWhat We Like High quality leather Simple and clean design Easy to use prong system Great support during liftsWhat We Don’t Like Needs time to break in Buckle may wearGetting stronger and stronger feels great. You’ll feel better and look just as good. Once you max out your newbie gains, … Read more
You’re a master of the basics.You know how to squat and deadlift with great technique.Now it’s time to get stronger. Build muscle. Increase your lift numbers. Quick NavigationStarting Point: Your WorkoutMaterial TypeFastening Mechanism: Prong, Lever, or VelcroWidths and ThicknessesFinal ThoughtsThe first decision you’ll make is buying a weight lifting belt. Whether you’re bodybuilding, powerlifting, or … Read more
I love deadlifts.There’s something raw and powerful about lifting a heavy object from the ground up. One of the best ways to gauge a lifters strength is their deadlift number.There are so many checkpoints your mind must pass to deadlift effectively. For most lifters, you do this all in a matter of seconds. Quick NavigationHow … Read more
Quick NavigationWhat’s in Your Weightlifting Belt?Thickness of Your BeltStructure of Your Weightlifting BeltHow to Break In Your Lifting Belt1. Wearing Your Belt Often2. Use Some Elbow Grease3. Sweat More During Workouts4. Heat is Your Friend5. Grab Some Olive OilFinal ThoughtsYou buy your first leather powerlifting belt and you put it on.There’s a problem.It’s stiff.It’s uncomfortable.Did … Read more
A weight lifting belt is an important gym accessory to help you lift more. It is NOT a WWE championship belt.An accessory is an add-on not something absolutely required. A weight lifting belt helps you lift more and brace better during strength movements. Quick NavigationDrawbacks of Wearing A Lifting Belt All the TimeWhen to Use … Read more
We’ve all seen it before.Somebody at the gym wearing a gym accessory incorrectly. We’re left cringing at the fact that they may be doing more harm than good to their body.Most gym accessories seem to be simple enough and yet there are people who always find a way to misuse them. Quick NavigationBuckle’s OutThe True … Read more
Quick NavigationBest Lifts to Use A Weight Lifting Belt For1. Deadlifts2. Squats3. Bench Press4. Clean and Jerk5. Overhead PressWhen to Use Your Weightlifting BeltSafetyBracing StrengthFinal ThoughtsMisusing gym equipment is unsafe.It’s as dangerous as using weight lifting accessories when they’re unnecessary.Weight lifting belts provide support and stability during certain lifts. But not all exercises need a … Read more
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