NeverGymless
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You would be surprised what a properly worn belt will do for your numbers. I use one on my top sets of squat/deads and it definitely adds weight to the bar.
A belt helps you maintain intra abdominal pressure when lifting. You blow/flex your abs out against your belt and it stabilizes your spine and the load.
Some people abuse the belt though. I don't understand how a belt helps with triceps press downs? If your back is bum it's time to layoff the press downs and get on the hyper bench lol.
Chalk will add 20% to all lifts too
If you decide on getting a belt let me know. I can recommend a few good ones.
Chalk is amazing , last year when i was struggling to DL 375 , picked some chalk up . Next DL day , banged off 405 for reps. Im still 50/50 about having a belt on.