Description of the leather bodybuilding belt
Leather bodybuilding belt dimensions:
- Back: 60 x 150 mm
Size range:
- M / L = 78 to 88cm
- XL / 2XL = 88 to 105 cm
- 3XL / 4XL = 105 to 125 cm
Tapered bodybuilding belt (thinner at the abdomen)
How does a leather bodybuilding belt work?
This leather bodybuilding belt provides extra support and increases abdominal pressure when you lift a heavy bar (over 80% of your maximum repetition). This pressure acts like a protective "girdle", keeping the spine in the correct position.
What's more, leaning on the belt keeps the abs and lumbar muscles taut throughout the effort, reducing the risk of frequent lower-back injuries.
For which exercises is this leather bodybuilding belt best suited?
With this body-building belt, you can perform exercises such as:
- squats: front squat, overhead squat, classic squats...
- deadlift: classic and/or sumo,
- rowing,
- développé militaire,
- épaulé / jeté,
- arraché,
- as well as all movements for which you want better back support.
How do I put on a bodybuilding belt?
To put on the bodybuilding belt:
- fasten it over your hips, tightening it moderately.
- opt for the tightest notch that allows you to breathe normally.
For experts looking for a better fit, pull in your stomach slightly to move to a higher notch. This will increase abdominal pressure.
If you find it hard to breathe when your chest expands, this indicates that the belt is too tight. In this case, loosen it a notch.
Be careful not to wear it all the time
Remember to loosen the belt after each set of exercises and avoid wearing it continuously, as it can increase your blood pressure.
Use it especially for exercises requiring heavy loads.
Put it on after your warm-ups, when you start lifting heavier weights.
Maximize your performance by accessorizing your practice
To maximize your grip during the deadlift movement, combine our leather bodybuilding belt with our tightening straps (ref. 8642608).
You can also add our knee pads (ref. 8548500), which provide a source of heat for your joints, reducing the risk of injury.
Did you know: why choose a bodybuilding belt with a tapered cut?
A tapered cut is characterized by greater width in the back and a slimmer waist in the abdomen. This gives you greater freedom of movement in the torso area and avoids any restrictions on upper-body movement during exercise.
It's therefore more comfortable to wear during your workouts.
