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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)
