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Best Weightlifting Belts For Squats, Deadlifts

Anyone whou2019s been to a gym has undoubtedly seen someone wearing a weightlifting belt. Some athletes scoff at the idea of wearing one and opt to lift totally raw, but there are times when wearing a belt can be beneficial. Belts give you something to brace against, and are an easy way to help increase intra-abdominal pressure when lifting a heavy weight to ensure your core muscles (such as your abdominals and spinal erectors) stay tight and brace against the belt throughout the lift. Thereu2019s a good reason why people can deadlift more with a belt than without it u2014 it helps. <br><br>

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Best Weightlifting Belts For Squats, Deadlifts

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  1. Best Weightlifting Belts For Squats, Deadlifts, And More

  2. Anyone who’s been to a gym has undoubtedly seen someone wearing a weightlifting belt. Some athletes scoff at the idea of wearing one and opt to lift totally raw, but there are times when wearing a belt can be beneficial. Belts give you something to brace against, and are an easy way to help increase intra-abdominal pressure when lifting a heavy weight to ensure your core muscles (such as your abdominals and spinal erectors) stay tight and brace against the belt throughout the lift. There’s a good reason why people can deadlift more with a belt than without it — it helps. 

  3. There are many different types of belts and their availability, like most lifting accessories, has grown with the popularity of strength training. Consumers are often bombarded with different types of materials, latching mechanisms, and disciplines, which can leave them wondering — which is the best belt for me? Luckily, we have made a list of our top picks for best weightlifting belts in different categories such as sport, lift specific, and budget. 

  4. Best Weightlifting Belts • Best Weightlifting Belt: AQF Lever Buckle Leather Powerlifting Belt 10mm • Best Weightlifting Belt: Gymreapers Quick Lock Weightlifting Belt • Best Lever Lifting Belt: Gymreapers 10MM Lever Weightlifting Belt • Best Lifting Belt for CrossFit: Element 26 Self Locking Weightlifting Belt • Best Lifting Belt for Olympic Weightlifting: Rogue Oly Ohio Lifting Belt

  5. Best Weightlifting Belt The main purpose of a weightlifting belt is to offer core support and stability while you are lifting. The primary function of a belt is to assist you in bracing and move with you without getting in the way. As something that assists you, it should be easy to put on and take off — no one wants to struggle to get their belt off after crushing a hard set or a new personal record, which is why we like the Gymreapers Quick Lock Weightlifting Belt so much. 

  6. Gymreapers Quick Lock Weightlifting Belt This belt from Gymreapers does everything a lifting belt should without any of the fuss that you might get from some other belts. The belt is made of high quality material with 100 percent nylon, and a steel roller that is built to last. The design allows you to adjust the support to exactly how much you want or need for any particular set. When you are finished with your set simply pull the velcro strap loose and move on to your next exercise with ease.

  7. The consistent four-inch size all around the belt provides even pressure to increase confidence in your core tightness, and the material isn’t prone to pinching the skin when doing squats or deadlifts. The color options and logo are great too with an array of colors and sizes XS to XXL to choose from. 

  8. Who Should Buy the Gymreapers Quick Lock Weightlifting Belt  Lifters who want to choose the exact amount of pressure and support their belt provides will appreciate the adjustability here.  Functional and cross training athletes who want a belt that is easy to strap on and take off hassle-free multiple times during a workout. Competitive weightlifters who are looking for a belt to wear during competition due to its support and ease of use.

  9. Who Shouldn’t Buy the Gymreapers Quick Lock Weightlifting Belt • Lifters who are looking for a class leather option with a buckle or lever will want to look elsewhere.  • Weightlifters who are looking for a tapered design as opposed to the uniform four-inch design of this belt. • People who want some padding on the inside of the belt for added comfort.

  10. Best Lever Lifting Belt Lever belts — the belt of choice for Strongman competitors and a large percentage of powerlifters — offer a convenient combination of the secure locking of a buckle belt with the convenience and quickness of a lever system for fastening. The Gymreapers 10mm Lever Belt is our favorite for this category. 

  11. Gymreapers 10mm Lever Belt Normally, leather belts are not as comfortable as other options until broken in, which can take some time — and sometimes be painful. That is not the case with this belt — the smoothed and stitched edges make the belt comfortable and ready to use out of the packaging. Measuring in at four inches wide with a thickness of 10mm, you can expect maximum stability and support from this belt. 

  12. It is made from high-quality leather with an interior suede liner for moisture control, comes with Gymreapers lifetime replacement guarantee, and is USPA approved — so if you plan on competing in Powerlifting, you won’t have to change equipment. Gymreapers even has a helpful video on how to size and assemble the lever when you receive it, as well as cleaning and care instructions on their website.

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