how do these types of belts help for Squats? Because I squat 180 lbs and i just want to know if i'm going to need this as that number goes up
1172174
This heavy duty belt supports your back, keeping it in place and safe for your lift. Without it your putting your self at risk of being injured as I did once, trying to prove that I was strong. I have my regrets but I'm still able to lift, so now I make sure I use this Belt. It definitely works and 180 lbs I think your pushing it. Anything over 100 lbs you should definitely use the belt. I know the right posture helps when lifting but why take chances with your health. Your in the right direction for asking, keep doing more research and learn from other peoples mistakes.
1172175
All belts really do the same thing they help but won't completely "save" you from back pain it all comes down to form keep your abs pressing on the front and your back tight head up this belt won't fail you... I use it overtime i squat and deadlift
1172176
As far as I am concerned, belts don't "help" squat, but prevent injury. Say your max is actually 200lbs. Doing it without belt, you have 60% chance of injuring your lower back. With belt, 10%. Then you probably wouldn't try 200lbs when training without belt, and assume your max is only 180lbs. Yet in fact your strength is more than that. Thus, a belt can "add" 20lbs to your max.
1172177
Yes the more weitght you decide to squat the more you are going to realize the pressure on your stomach and appendix, the last thing you want is to feel either one of those explode
1172178
It gives your lumbar support while you squat... It doesn't matter how much you are squatting, this protects your back no matter what level of lifting you are at.
828655
I can't completely answer that but will share my experience. Maybe it will be helpful. When I wear the belt I do sweat under the belt. I have noticed that my skin is smoother and believe that if I wore it regularly I would loose inches.
2105465
Mine wobbles / shakes if I use any of the three upper positions for dips. It is sturdy if I use the top lower position. With that I can do dips with my feet back and my knees are just above ground level at the bottom - so this wouldn't work with a belt/hanging weight. But fine with a vest. I am 185 and have had up to 45 pounds in a weight vest in it.
1787457
I'm very interested in this set as I used to lift weights years ago but I may not be as dedicated as I once was so I can't see springing for an Olympic bar that will cost just about half of what the entire setup cost. To those who checked out Gold's Gym website and viewed the pdf manual, it clearly says that you have a choice of making the squat rack fit shorter and Olympic bars. I just wanted to be as sure as possible before I made this purchase. I just may go ahead and get this but order the 7' standard bar.Thanks for all your input with my questions.
539265
Its not high enough for weighted dips if you are going to use the belt unless you hang the weight high somehow. What I do is i put the weight between my legs instead using dumbbells.
154522
The belt should be snug enough to where you are able to bend, stretch, or squat. If the belt pops a loose you will probably need to adjust it. Start with outer belt first and then the inner belt. If the belt keeps coming a loose, get a bigger size belt. If overlaps to much, you need a smaller size.Hopes this help."November"
31165
The belt is pretty flexible, so it's not easy to be precise. Let me give you an example. On the Large/X-Large belt the web site says it will go down to 29 inches. I adjusted the belt I own, and I could only get it down to slightly over 30 inches unless I made an adjustment that left a loop you would probably need to rubber-band. Then I could get it down to 27 inches. Maybe I stretched mine out, I have the opposite problem you do. :-) The web site says the Small/Medium goes down to 24 inches.
1976110
Basically it helps support your lower back when you lift. Such as squats, or dead lifts, barbell bent over row, etc. But this belt falls off constantly due to the material. How? The thick part of the belt is placed on your lower back.
1262329
Not familiar with your pull-up bar, but I have attached these to a pull-up bar on my squat rack. Functionally they work, BUT they do drop you 7-8 inches lower, so you may need to lift your legs to clear the floor.
254956
This belt will barely hold up your pants. I returned it and bought the double sided 5.11 belt. That one will hold a gun and other heavy belt utilities. The 1.5 inch belt I bought and would buy again is the 5.11 Tactical.59568 Adult's Double Duty TDU Belt 1.5-in.
885525
It was actually for my girlfriend, but she squats almost 300 lbs in it with no trouble. If you are going over 405 or 500 I might recommend a leather one.
2228365
I wouldn't. This belt can ve very painful if used incorrectly. Try contacting the manufacturer.
1759849
Not really ... provides mainly lateral support. I know first hand, as I do squats in my fitness regimen. One negative, the support starts to rip apart near the 'pull-up' loops ... asked CS for support - got no reply ... this after a short usage time. Plus, the support is virtually impossible to remove if you are a heavy sweater; moisture binds the fabric to the skin making removal a challenge.
808310
it depends what you're more comfortable with, because I'm not the average bodybuilder I used to be 315 pounds and I have excess skin I prefer my belt to be tighter, I feel as if it feels better on the core because of it being so tight, granted I only put the belt on when I do 405 on a deadlist.
929431
I don't use the rack for squatting, simply because when the rack is extended to it's max, I don't feel comfortable with the stability. That being said, I do use it for bench and military presses and have worked to the mid 300's and I feel OK with that weight being on the rack, mind you the stands are only 1/2 to 2/3 extended, I am 6'3", so I normally take the weight from the rack in a higher position than most. The fixed portion of the rack is good quality, the adjustable portion seems like it could have been made of heavier gauge steel. But for the price it's tough to argue. I hope this helps. I don't use the rack for squatting, simply because when the rack is extended to it's max, I don't feel comfortable with the stability. That being said, I do use it for bench and military presses and have worked to the mid 300's and I feel OK with that weight being on the rack, mind you the stands are only 1/2 to 2/3 extended, I am 6'3", so I normally take the weight from the rack in a higher position than most. The fixed portion of the rack is good quality, the adjustable portion seems like it could have been made of heavier gauge steel. But for the price it's tough to argue. I hope... » Read More I don't use the rack for squatting, simply because when the rack is extended to it's max, I don't feel comfortable with the stability. That being said, I do use it for bench and military presses and have worked to the mid 300's and I feel OK with that weight being on the rack, mind you the stands are only 1/2 to 2/3 extended, I am 6'3", so I normally take the weight from the rack in a higher position than most. The fixed portion of the rack is good quality, the adjustable portion seems like it could have been made of heavier gauge steel. But for the price it's tough to argue. I hope this helps. « Show Less
1269265
Yes, they are great for barbell hip thrusters (i.e. glute ham raises) which is why I purchased the squat sponge. I use the squat sponge up to my current max of 505 lbs. The squat sponge is much more comfortable to use for glute ham raises then folding a bunch of exercise pads. Just be careful that the slit in the squat sponge is facing up so the sponge doesn't squeeze off the barbell when you lift up.
1691978
I recommend you contact the seller. I've never used the belt so I hesitate to guess.