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- Sat Apr 04, 2026 2:25 am
- Forum: Strength & Powerlifting
- Topic: Training Without a Belt - Legit Strength Builder or Just Ego Lifting?
- Replies: 7
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Re: Training Without a Belt - Legit Strength Builder or Just Ego Lifting?
Yeah I’ve done both and honestly it’s not just ego lifting. Training beltless can definitely build real strength, especially your core stability and bracing. You’re forced to stay tight without external support, so it carries over well, especially on submax work . That said, for heavy top sets or PR ...
- Fri Apr 03, 2026 8:12 pm
- Forum: Strength & Powerlifting
- Topic: Which Lifting Gear Is Actually Worth It Right Now?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 64
- Mon Mar 30, 2026 10:40 pm
- Forum: Strength & Powerlifting
- Topic: Which Lifting Gear Is Actually Worth It Right Now?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 64
Re: Which Lifting Gear Is Actually Worth It Right Now?
For me it’s pretty simple, not everything is useful. On squat, knee sleeves and a belt made a real difference. More stable, more confidence at the bottom, especially on heavier sets. On bench, I mainly use a belt and wrist wraps. The wraps help a lot for keeping the wrists solid. Sometimes elbow s ...