1.    Improving Core Stability: Increases Intra-abdominal Pressure: Weightlifting belts improve core stability by increasing IAP. This turns your core into a solid support column, aiding in trunk stabilisation (“Core exercises elevate trunk stability to facilitate skilled motor behaviour of the upper extremities” – Study by Miyamoto et al., 1999).

2.    Increases Muscle Engagement in the Erector Spinae (Lower Back): Belts boost muscle engagement in the lower back, increasing IAP and activating the erector spinae muscles. This helps maintain proper lifting form and prevent injuries.

3.    Reduce Spinal Stress & May Reduce Risk of Lower Back Injury: Belts may reduce spinal stress, minimising the risk of hyperextension and other spinal injuries. They significantly reduce spinal compression forces (“The effectiveness of weight-belts during multiple repetitions of the squat exercise” – Study by Lander et al., 1992).

4.    Improve Lifting Performance: Belts enhance performance by allowing you to handle heavier weights with better form. They improve lifting efficiency by decreasing muscle excitation required for a given load.


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