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PolishHammer1977
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I don't but maybe I should.
johnny1111
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I don't use a belt for any lifts. -john
notoriousQQ
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The only belt I use is to hold up my pants. And, that is typically for aesthetic and fashion purposes only because I like to coordinate.
well true a belt can weaken muscles in the back and abs but not using them at all is not the greatest choice either.
quick decision????
your going to do bicep curls do you need to wear a belt?..... HECK NO!!!!!!!!!
that is what creates weak muscles. if you cant curl without a belt you are seriously making yourself weaker. (injuries are the exception.)
on deadlifts.........if you dont need it then why use it. if i go under 2-3 reps i will put on a belt, or if i try some outragously heavy set. but i never have one on during warmups.
the bottom line imo is this. if you dont need it dont use it. if its going to be a hard set dont use the belt. if its close to a max or a max go ahead, there is no since holding back big numbers due to not using the belt. but that doest mean you cant attempt a max belt free as well.
i hope that helps.
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quick decision????
your going to do bicep curls do you need to wear a belt?..... HECK NO!!!!!!!!!
that is what creates weak muscles. if you cant curl without a belt you are seriously making yourself weaker. (injuries are the exception.)
on deadlifts.........if you dont need it then why use it. if i go under 2-3 reps i will put on a belt, or if i try some outragously heavy set. but i never have one on during warmups.
the bottom line imo is this. if you dont need it dont use it. if its going to be a hard set dont use the belt. if its close to a max or a max go ahead, there is no since holding back big numbers due to not using the belt. but that doest mean you cant attempt a max belt free as well.
i hope that helps.
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SlavikHavik
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I tried using a belt to set a higher squat max. It didnt help at all. it actually hindered my lift. but then again, i had a relitively soft, thin belt. and it may have been to tight.
I dont really see much purpose in using a belt from a practical persepctive. because your leaving a weak link. Which means the strength gains wont transfer over as well into real-world strength. Like needsize said, his back got stronger after he stoped using his. However, as a bodybuilder maybe you could use it to your advantage. If your weak link is your trunk muscles. then your probably not able to challenge your legs maximally in a set of squats. As your back is not capable of supporting the weights needed to maximally challenge your legs. So if using a belt helps you do this then you could acheive a better workout for your legs, by eliminating the weak point with a crutch.
But really the best way to bring your lower back strength up is to throw in some reverse hypers, or partial deads, in replace of something less important or effective.
I dont really see much purpose in using a belt from a practical persepctive. because your leaving a weak link. Which means the strength gains wont transfer over as well into real-world strength. Like needsize said, his back got stronger after he stoped using his. However, as a bodybuilder maybe you could use it to your advantage. If your weak link is your trunk muscles. then your probably not able to challenge your legs maximally in a set of squats. As your back is not capable of supporting the weights needed to maximally challenge your legs. So if using a belt helps you do this then you could acheive a better workout for your legs, by eliminating the weak point with a crutch.
But really the best way to bring your lower back strength up is to throw in some reverse hypers, or partial deads, in replace of something less important or effective.
Curious George
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Belts will only hinder you in the long run if you come to depend on it. It will allow you to lift heavier weights and stabilize the spine by blowing air into your stomach when doing a squat or goodmorning/deadlift.
For some great info read "Facts and Fallicies of Fitness" by Mel Siff to learn more about things like this.
For some great info read "Facts and Fallicies of Fitness" by Mel Siff to learn more about things like this.
The Red Dragon
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No belt used, I try to stay away from accessories that can detract from training (Straps, belts etc)
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