Does anyone have a recommendation for a specific lifting or particular band? Or, any specific ones to stay away from? Or does it not matter much? It's time I give this a shot. My DL and squat could use a little boost.
I used some valeo velcro belts when I was oly lifting to keep the buckle from getting in the way when snatching or cleaning but once the velcro gives you lose all faith in it. moving to a legit belt was the best move I ever made, I dont' even think about anything other than "oh ****, I'm on hole 2 and I used to be on hole 4" anymoreSubbed! I use a cheap generic one for most of my lifting because I got some kind of lower back issue but I'm looking into getting a good one. I'm dieing to move some heavy weight again
Do you want more of like a stiff powerlifting style belt?Does anyone have a recommendation for a specific lifting or particular band? Or, any specific ones to stay away from? Or does it not matter much? It's time I give this a shot. My DL and squat could use a little boost.
You should really work on fixing your back first, a belt isn't going to solve a back issue. I'd hate to see you get more hurt just because of some false security with a belt.Subbed! I use a cheap generic one for most of my lifting because I got some kind of lower back issue but I'm looking into getting a good one. I'm dieing to move some heavy weight again
The back injury was a slipped disc about 18 years ago, it just kinda is what it is. I been training around it (with occasional setbacks) for a while.Do you want more of like a stiff powerlifting style belt?
I'd probably go with Inzer, they have been around for awhile and aren't really that expensive (and belts should last forever). I have a Best Belt, which is basically the same and it is so old.
If you want to save a little you could maybe look at the lifting large competition belts (they are around $50). I'd check reviews because I haven't been super in on the belt scene lately.
You should really work on fixing your back first, a belt isn't going to solve a back issue. I'd hate to see you get more hurt just because of some false security with a belt.
I don't know enough to know what I want, other then most likely 2 prong. Otherwise, I don't know the difference. But I just looked at the Inzer link above and it was $129! That's a bit much.Do you want more of like a stiff powerlifting style belt?
I'd probably go with Inzer, they have been around for awhile and aren't really that expensive (and belts should last forever). I have a Best Belt, which is basically the same and it is so old.
If you want to save a little you could maybe look at the lifting large competition belts (they are around $50). I'd check reviews because I haven't been super in on the belt scene lately.
Lol I don't use a belt, or do abs or erectors either, except deadlifts and standing overhead press lolI don’t use a belt. Can u hear the time bomb ticking? I also don’t do abs or erectors but……
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Well,I meant to say it's time I start, and start doing at least planksU made my point for me. I use to use a belt 95-99. No belt from 2002 onward. I did dead’s for the first time since 2015 Monday. Hit 275 for 5. And God Damn that felt good!!!
Ya I prefer my single prong, but I honestly use a Velcro weightlifting belt a ton too.I don't know enough to know what I want, other then most likely 2 prong. Otherwise, I don't know the difference. But I just looked at the Inzer link above and it was $129! That's a bit much.
any possibility there are extras at the gym that you can try on to see what you like or don't like?I don't know enough to know what I want, other then most likely 2 prong. Otherwise, I don't know the difference. But I just looked at the Inzer link above and it was $129! That's a bit much.
I forgot Titan. I just scanned the IPF approved list to see what brands are still even around and doesn’t look like much has changed.I have a titan belt from like 10 years ago that still works great. I would go with inzer based on overall longevity and feedback in the market over the years. I dont know who is really still in the game besides inzer and titan, both are good to go. I prefer a single prone belt myself, that is what I have, I have been able to use the same best weighing as high as 230 and as low as 185.
my son and I both have their wrist wraps and love them, I would love to get more Gym Reaper stuff tbhGym reapers has some good stuff
Just ordered the 2 prong lifting large belt. Thanks.Ya you got me going down the rabbit hole now because I've been meaning to look at belts (although I was looking more for velcro one since mine is getting a bit run down) and knee sleeves again.
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That is the official lifting large store on Ebay you can check their listings for other options if 10mm or single prong isn't what you want to go with.
I wouldn't overthink it as hard as I am though (personal problem), you may even be fine with just a velcro belt if you'd just like to dip your toes into using a belt and not deal with how uncomfortable some of the thicker ones can be.
Just food for thought.
Hope it’s good! The prices looked solid.Just ordered the 2 prong lifting large belt. Thanks.
I am actually thinking about a good locking velcro belt as well. With my current lifting I definitely don't need a thick stiff belt, but I wouldn't mind having one that just gives some support and offers warmth to warm up faster. Similar with my knee sleeves. Right now the Inzer ones i have are definitely overkill for my current lifting but some decent neoprenes to keep me warm and lubed up would be great. Let me know which belt you go with. I assume you are looking for one that "locks" the velcro as well so it doesn't pop loose under high pressure.Pretty sure I’m going to blame you for me buying a new belt though. Making a choice on a Velcro belt soon for when I want to start using one again (my thick belt is still going strong..).
Ya I am blanking on what my current one is, but maybe grabbing a Gym Reaper one.I am actually thinking about a good locking velcro belt as well. With my current lifting I definitely don't need a thick stiff belt, but I wouldn't mind having one that just gives some support and offers warmth to warm up faster. Similar with my knee sleeves. Right now the Inzer ones i have are definitely overkill for my current lifting but some decent neoprenes to keep me warm and lubed up would be great. Let me know which belt you go with. I assume you are looking for one that "locks" the velcro as well so it doesn't pop loose under high pressure.
Yeah, I was eyeballing the Gym Reaper ones. I assume they are not as bound up for performance. I am not looking for spring just support and warm joints.Ya I am blanking on what my current one is, but maybe grabbing a Gym Reaper one.
Looking for knee sleeves possibly too for same kind of concept, it is getting cold again and anything to help keep me warmed up would be nice. I started looking, but got overwhelmed because it all just seems like people trying to not use knee wraps, yet also wanting to get benefit from their knee sleeves (and not caring if it feels like they are going to die as long as it adds some pounds to their squats ).
Oh those are pretty sweet.Pioneer is the best belt hands down period. Either get the PAL2.0 adjustable lever (amazing) or if you like a pin belt, get the pioneer cut which has two sets of offset holes and gloating pin so you can go up or down incrementally.
Their quality is unmatched, and their customizations are endless.
The only other belt I would even remotely consider is the SBD adjustable lever belt. But for that price you could get a custom pioneer bet and their adjustable lever is superior to SBD's.
I bought a Rogue 13mm single buckle a few years ago. I use it for squats and deadlifts with no issues. It’s a great belt but expensive.The back injury was a slipped disc about 18 years ago, it just kinda is what it is. I been training around it (with occasional setbacks) for a while.
Yes a stiff sturdy PL type belt for my squats and deads, IL keep the cheap flexible one I got for me regular stuff.
Basically I do most pull workouts with a belt, I squat with a belt over 225 and I use a belt on pressing when I'm within my 3-5 rep max.
I was looking at the rogue belts last night and I'm probably going with one of thoseI bought a Rogue 13mm single buckle a few years ago. I use it for squats and deadlifts with no issues. It’s a great belt but expensive.
With the back issues you have I think it will give you the support you’re looking for. I really like mine and that fukker will last forever.I was looking at the rogue belts last night and I'm probably going with one of those
Gym Reaper knee Sleeves and wrist wraps are good. I dont often wear a belt but theres a gym reapers belt at my gym that has a nice "lever" buckle situation.Ya I am blanking on what my current one is, but maybe grabbing a Gym Reaper one.
Looking for knee sleeves possibly too for same kind of concept, it is getting cold again and anything to help keep me warmed up would be nice. I started looking, but got overwhelmed because it all just seems like people trying to not use knee wraps, yet also wanting to get benefit from their knee sleeves (and not caring if it feels like they are going to die as long as it adds some pounds to their squats ).
Did you feel that belt? There’s some brands I’ve noticed that are making belts with powerlifting dimensions that fold up like a damn joke when you hold the belt. I’m not saying Gym Reaper is like that, but I was not impressed with their sleeves/wraps I’ve seen at all. Did not seem very strong, or built to last.Gym Reaper knee Sleeves and wrist wraps are good. I dont often wear a belt but theres a gym reapers belt at my gym that has a nice "lever" buckle situation. View attachment 237337
No I think you're right @Hyde . The belt material felt quite solid but I don't have much experience with it. Just liked the 'lever' aspect as it didn't have a buckle that could potentially dig into you. The knee sleeves have served their purpose as well but I've only had them for about 3 months so no sense of longterm durability. For me they were what were available, and you are right about there being higher quality. Seems to me Gym Reapers is not actually a manufacturer but a brand that is put onto stuff already made. Each item could be hit or miss.Did you feel that belt? There’s some brands I’ve noticed that are making belts with powerlifting dimensions that fold up like a damn joke when you hold the belt. I’m not saying Gym Reaper is like that, but I was not impressed with their sleeves/wraps I’ve seen at all. Did not seem very strong, or built to last.
Inaka Strength is one company who makes terrible belts like this. Looks like a power belt but zero stiffness; you could double the material over and damage it if you tried, almost like it had foam inside it or something.
I have EliteFTS entry level wrist wraps from 12 years ago that I STILL use for heavy lowbar/comp squats. I competed in them again 3 weeks ago. My stepdaughter is now using them 3x a week for her training no issue. All brands are not equal in quality, even if at similar price points.
I’m a big fan of levers. They just save so much time and energy in training. On/off like a light switch; definitely worth the cost of the lever mechanism.No I think you're right @Hyde . The belt material felt quite solid but I don't have much experience with it. Just liked the 'lever' aspect as it didn't have a buckle that could potentially dig into you. The knee sleeves have served their purpose as well but I've only had them for about 3 months so no sense of longterm durability. For me they were what were available, and you are right about there being higher quality. Seems to me Gym Reapers is not actually a manufacturer but a brand that is put onto stuff already made. Each item could be hit or miss.
I've seen Valeos do that. you put on a 3" belt that ends up offering about 1" of support in the middle as the top and bottom folds around.Did you feel that belt? There’s some brands I’ve noticed that are making belts with powerlifting dimensions that fold up like a damn joke when you hold the belt. I’m not saying Gym Reaper is like that, but I was not impressed with their sleeves/wraps I’ve seen at all. Did not seem very strong, or built to last.
It’s a cool name, and plenty of lifters like skulls. But I feel like they must have more money in marketing than development.Apparently the gym reaper has already infected my gym and I was unaware.
Ya I definitely got that vibe from the website, not something I’d be willing to risk for an actual leather belt imho.It’s a cool name, and plenty of lifters like skulls. But I feel like they must have more money in marketing than development.
I'm currently looking for a new belt. My last one was also valeo velcro and I know after it failed on me I had a hard time trusting it again. I actually went a few months after with that crap in mind no matter what type belt I used. LolI used some valeo velcro belts when I was oly lifting to keep the buckle from getting in the way when snatching or cleaning but once the velcro gives you lose all faith in it. moving to a legit belt was the best move I ever made, I dont' even think about anything other than "oh ****, I'm on hole 2 and I used to be on hole 4" anymore
When you say failed what do you mean?I'm currently looking for a new belt. My last one was also valeo velcro and I know after it failed on me I had a hard time trusting it again. I actually went a few months after with that crap in mind no matter what type belt I used. Lol
Ya it was the velcro. Sorry, shoulda mentioned that. Ya man, it was only after maybe 6 months and I only ever did dead and rack pulls with it. I was doing sumo-deads when it happened and I had just started to be able to get 400 up for a 1rep-max. I freaked and kept worrying I was gonna feel something yucky happen in my nether regions. LolWhen you say failed what do you mean?
If you mean the velcro, a lot of velcro belts now use the locking system that (Schiek I think?) came up with. Even if the velcro comes undone the belt stays secure.
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