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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: K...
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...
What Lifting Belt Does David Laid Use? (And Is It Good?)
David Laid is a well-known fitness influencer who performs impressive feats of strength while maintaining an enviably lean physique. If you have dreams of deadlifting like David, you probably want ...
What Lifting Belt Does Larry Wheel Use? (And Is It Good?)
Larry Wheels is a well-known strength athlete who made his mark as a powerlifting prodigy by performing shocking feats of strength. If you have dreams of lifting like Larry, you’re likely wondering...
Does A Lifting Belt Help Your Back? Yes, Here’s How
Throwing on a lifting belt won’t protect you 100% from back pain, but it can definitely help you if you use proper form and breathing techniques. A lifting belt can help your back if you are lookin...
Is Using A Lifting Belt Cheating? No, Here's Why
Some lifters feel that wearing a lifting belt is cheating because it’s allowing you to lift more weight than your body can naturally handle… However, wearing a lifting belt, either during training ...
What Lifting Belt Does Brian Shaw Use? (And, Is It Good?)
Brian Shaw is arguably one of the greatest strongmen ever, having won the World’s Strongest Man title four times. The question is, what lifting belt does he wear? The lifting belt Brian Shaw wears ...
How To Choose A Crossfit Lifting Belt? Plus My Top 2 Picks
As someone dedicated to CrossFit, you probably understand that traditional lifting belts don’t work well during fast-paced training. They are heavy and bulky and often get in the way more than they...
How To Choose A Lifting Belt For Big Guys (Plus, 3 Picks)
As a big guy aspiring to get as strong as possible and stay safe, you recognize the importance of a good lifting belt. Unfortunately, finding a belt your size can be a frustrating experience. When ...
How Much More Can You Lift With A Lifting Belt? A PT Answers
One question I get from my clients is if they should use a lifting belt. Many of them are interested in wearing one because they are eager to lift more weight and wonder exactly how much a belt ca...
What To Do If You Can't Get A Weightlifting Belt Off
Not being able to get a belt off after a heavy set is not an enjoyable experience, and is often one filled with panic. If you cannot get your weightlifting belt off, you first need to stand tall, s...
My Lifting Belt Gives Me Bruises: 4 Reasons & How to Fix
When I started using a lifting belt, I would always get pinching and bruises on my stomach, especially when squatting. I later found out that this is actually a common problem that many new lifter...
Does A Lifting Belt Prevent Hernias? (A PT Answers)
Some people who are new to lifting heavy might be concerned about getting a hernia, and wonder whether a lifting belt can help prevent those types of injuries. So, does a lifting belt prevent herni...
Olympic Lifting Belt vs Powerlifting Belt: What Are The Differences?
Most lifting belts can be classified as either powerlifting or weightlifting style belts. The main difference between these belts is that powerlifting belts are made to provide high levels of suppo...
Wearing a Lifting Belt for Leg Press: Should You Do It?
Wearing a lifting belt is very common for compound barbell exercises like squats and deadlifts, but many lifters are beginning to wonder if they should be included in other lifts like the leg press...
Should You Wear A Lifting Belt For Hip Thrusts? Pros & Cons
As a personal trainer with more than eight years of experience, my job is to provide the best possible training guidance and keep my clients safe. One common question I’ve received from clients is ...