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Leather vs Cotton vs Nylon Lifting Straps: Which Are Better?
As a personal trainer, part of my job is to help my clients pick the best training equipment, so I’m often asked which material would be best for lifting straps: leather, nylon, or cotton. Cotton l...
Wearing Knee Sleeves For Squats: Tips + How Much Do They Help?
As a powerlifting coach, I’m often asked if it’s worth wearing knee sleeves for squats, how they help, and how much additional weight one can expect to lift when wearing them. Here’s my response: ...
7 Types of Lifting Belts (Explaining The Pros, Cons, & Which Is Best)
Weightlifting belts come in different styles, thicknesses, and materials, and based on what kinds of activities and exercises you do in the gym, one type may be better than others. If you purchas...
Can You Wear A Lifting Belt While Pregnant? What Science Says
Many athletes are concerned about whether it’s safe to wear lifting belts throughout their pregnancy. So, can you wear a lifting belt while pregnant? According to studies from the International Ur...
How To Use A Belt For Dips (Step-by-Step Guide)
A dip belt will take your accessories to the next level. Whether you’re training your dips and pull-ups or your belt squats and calf raises, this is the tool to have. Before you start using a dip b...
How Much Do Lifting Belts Cost? We Breakdown Popular Brands
If you’re like me when I was just getting into the world of lifting weights, you might find yourself wondering: How much do lifting belts cost, and why is there such a big price gap between them?...
Wearing a Lifting Belt for Bench Press: Should You Do It?
It seems pretty common nowadays to see someone wearing a lifting belt for squats, deadlifts, or even overhead press, but you may find yourself asking: Should I be wearing a belt when bench pressin...
Wearing A Lifting Belt for Deadlifts: Should You Do It?
If you’re wearing a belt for deadlifts, you should know that there are specific nuances related to your belt placement and level of tightness that will either positively or negatively impact your p...
Wearing A Lifting Belt For Squats: Should You Do It?
If you’re new to squatting and lifting heavy in the gym, have had some recent back pain under the bar, or are looking for ways to break through your plateau, you may find yourself wondering: Should...
Wearing A Belt For Overhead Press: Should You Do It?
While wearing a lifting belt is common for exercises like squats and deadlifts, many lifters are unsure if they should wear one during the overhead press.. Wearing a lifting belt during overhead pr...
Why Do People Wear Lifting Belts? 6 Benefits Explained
There are a variety of reasons people choose to wear a lifting belt. Some are justified. Some aren’t. Lifters who have learned how to properly lift using sound technique, which includes bracing t...
Are Lifting Belts Safe? Yes, Follow These 6 Rules
Some people are concerned that wearing a tight lifting belt while exercising may lead to negative consequences. This is, in fact, true, if the belt is not worn properly. With that said, lifting ...
4-inch Vs 6-inch Lifting Belts: Which Do You Need?
As a strength and conditioning coach, many first-time lifters come to me wondering whether they need to purchase a 4 inch or 6 inch belt. The difference between a 4-inch and 6-inch lifting belt i...
3-Inch vs. 4-Inch Lifting Belt: Which Do You Need? (Pros & Cons)
As an experienced trainer, one question I get asked a lot when my clients are selecting or buying a lifting belt is the difference between the 3-inch and the 4-inch lifting belt and the ideal optio...
How to Choose a Lifting Belt for Women (Buyer Guide)
As a weightlifting aficionado, I can say that choosing lifting belts can be daunting, especially for women, because we girls have unique needs. When choosing the best lifting belt for women, you m...
How To Break In A Weightlifting Belt (Step by Step)
Lifting belts are made from different materials, and depending on the construction of them you may or may not be able to wear it right out of the box. Most lifters do not need to do anything speci...
Leather vs Nylon Lifting Belt: Which Do You Need (Pros & Cons)
Leather and nylon lifting belts are the two most popular materials people can choose between. The main difference between leather and nylon belts is that leather belts offer more support, especial...