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MMASTAR
22-05-2010, 09:47 AM
Just wondering when i shoud start wearing a belt? I can pull 405 for reps and squat 315 for reps.... when i push hard (especially on squats) my lower back feels it for the next couple days. I run heavy equipment and the seats in those things arnt exactly the most comfortable. My form and technique are good, just wondering if im lifting heavy enough to use a belt.
btufts
22-05-2010, 10:52 AM
I never use them, in my opinion, belts, straps, wraps should only be used for injuries
Talo
22-05-2010, 12:03 PM
If you want to save your back then use it.

I put it on when i get to about 400 on the squat and go up and over 500.

I do find it hard deadlifting with it on , but it helps.
L3
22-05-2010, 01:03 PM
used to use a belt for squats over 315, but now im rocking 405 raw, no issues
tiramisu
22-05-2010, 01:27 PM
I use a belt for max effort and one set before to adjust to the change prior to doing the max effort on squats and deadlift. If I'm going for a PR I will wear it through my warmup and then for my lifts.
519Muscle
22-05-2010, 01:44 PM
I am a fan of belts and think they are really important and necessary for heavy seats.
Victor85
22-05-2010, 07:06 PM
Maybe you should focus on the abdominals more.
MMASTAR
22-05-2010, 07:15 PM
Maybe you should focus on the abdominals more.

that was a stellar piece of advice...thanks.
Victor85
22-05-2010, 07:41 PM
In my experience, I never had any type of core strength before. I slowly developed this weak area and can now pull 400lbs+ fo reps with out any belt.

Use a belt for when you are going for 2 or 1 rep max or when you are concerned about any low back injury. Be better not to use one IMO.
Memo
22-05-2010, 08:20 PM
In my experience, I never had any type of core strength before. I slowly developed this weak area and can now pull 400lbs+ fo reps with out any belt.

Use a belt for when you are going for 2 or 1 rep max or when you are concerned about any low back injury. Be better not to use one IMO.

this is what I believe also.

In the rehab section I posted 2 thread about the transverse abdominal you should read them.
JifeLacket
22-05-2010, 08:22 PM
I wear a belt for 315 and over, for sure saves the back AND i can do the sets without a belt no problem... core work 3x a week.

It definitely gets in the way during deads but it does help like said above.
maximus14
22-05-2010, 11:11 PM
i always wear a belt for squats and deads no matter what but i also have back issues
dku
23-05-2010, 06:29 AM
I always wear a belt squatting from 315 up (which is starting at a pretty light weight for me). I've never had any injuries.
warlock
23-05-2010, 08:08 AM
Belts are braces, the more you use them the weaker the muscles will be!

The only reason for you to use a brace/belt is when you are going to a maximum lift where there is a danger to the integrity of the joint.

Same thing for wrists straps and any other brace: do accessory movements, get a better grip, you CNS will them allow your body to lift heavier weights.

That said use them only if you are going to 3RM or under.
Mrs.Meat
25-05-2010, 01:31 PM
I don't typically use a belt then again I know I know, I don't squat much lol. I think I have such horrible form and my knees are always screaming!

I do however have genetics so my quads look like I squat more than you do haha! I wear my belt if I am gonna DL over 200 pds. Also at times when doing stones but usually only after a long day at comp or training and I am spent and my back is fried.

:)