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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...
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...
Lever vs Prong Belt: Which Do You Need? Pros & Cons Explained
Leather lifting belts come in two main styles: prong belts and lever belts. Each style offers unique advantages and disadvantages that lifters should consider before making a purchase.The primary d...
How Tight Should a Lifting Belt Be? (4 Rules To Follow)
If you’ve just purchased a lifting belt, you might be wondering how tight it should be in order to maximize its effectiveness. Lifting belts should be tight enough around the waist to provide sup...
10mm vs 13mm Belt: Which Do You Need? Pros & Cons Explained
Choosing the appropriate thickness of lifting belt is key and is dependent on the strength, experience, and body size of the individual lifter. Most lifters should opt for a 10mm lifting belt, as i...
Exercises You Should (& Shouldn't) Use A Weightlifting Belt
As a personal trainer with years of experience, I have guided numerous clients when it comes to choosing the right equipment, and when to use that equipment to gain the most advantage. A belt can...
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...
Weightlifting 101: Proper Use of a Lifting Belt
The weightlifting belt is misunderstood. Most people think that using a weightlifting belt automatically protects your back, but there are other factors in play. Some think a lifting belt is danger...
How to Find the Best CrossFit Lifting Belt
So you need support and stability to set your new personal best on your next clean and jerk? Or maybe you’re working on a new deadlift max. Whatever your game plan is, saving your lower back from e...