LIFTING BELTS

When Should I Start Using a Weightlifting Belt? Easy Weight Guide

A weightlifter performing lifts using a belt

Key Points Your ultimate goal as a lifter is simple: Lift more. Once you master the basics of technique for squats and deadlifts, your focus should be on lifting more weights. But when should you start using a weightlifting belt? Turns out this answer is not as simple as a certain number for most trainees. … Read more

How To Brace with a Powerlifting Belt: 4 Key Points To Consider

How to brace with a powerlifting belt. A shirtless man wearing a lifting belt

Key Points Hats off to those who have made the investment and bought their first powerlifting belt. The powerlifting belt is a great training accessory for sure, but the problem is that most don’t optimize it for bracing.  For this reason, I have highlighted the main core stability muscle groups and then revealed my top … Read more

Do Weight Lifting Belts Help Lower Back Pain? Tips and Videos

Anatomical view of lower back pain while deadlifting

Key Points “There are two types of people in the world: those with back pain and those without it.” Charles Barkley NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley famously said this after he retired due to his lower back injury. I can attest to this quote after seeing my friend go through bouts of lower back … Read more

Using A Lifting Belt For Bench Press (10 Benefits, 3 Drawbacks)

should you use a weight lifting belt for bench press? Some benefits and drawbacks

Key Points Weightlifting belts and powerlifting belts are becoming more commonplace in gyms everywhere. If you take a look in any lifters bag, 9 times out of 10 they got a belt in there. Commonly, lifting belts are used for exercises such as the squat and deadlift. However, even some of the top powerlifters in … Read more

3 or 4-inch Powerlifting Belt: Choosing The Best Belt For You

3 or 4 inch powerlifting belt choosing the best belt for you

Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.In the world of powerlifting, belts help you break plateaus and increase strength. The width of a powerlifting belt is the measurement at the back of the belt.  There are two sizes for powerlifting belts: 3-inches or 4-inches.  But what does one inch … Read more

Should I Get a 4-inch or 6-inch Weightlifting Belt? In-Depth Guide

should I get a 4 or 6 inch weightlifting belt

Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.Today’s market for gym equipment has many options for all kinds of lifters.  With so many choices, we should all be rejoicing right? Well, not all the time. More options do help with getting the best fit for a person. Too many options … Read more

Inzer Belt vs. SBD Belt: Which One is Best For You?

inzer vs sbd belt which one is best for you

Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.Nothing comes close to the kind of power boost you can get from a powerlifting belt. When it comes to choosing the perfect powerlifting belt, its easy to get overwhelmed. But of all the products, two stand out at the top. I am … Read more

Are Velcro Weight Lifting Belts Good? In-Depth Guide

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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