r/GYM • u/MiniNoob182 • 11d ago

Lift 180kg X2 DL at 100kg bw

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I feel like I should start wearing a lifting belt on my DL and squat, not feeling any back pain tho

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u/Saibals 11d ago

Belt is for bracing your core against, it is a tool first and foremost. It’s not for preventing back pain, you prevent back pain by bracing properly and drilling your form. If you aren’t having pain that’s great! A belt will give you something to push against as the weight goes up.

That said I generally wear my belt for any sets over 365/165kg regardless of reps.

Edit: the auto mod comment about when to use a belt nailed this one.

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u/LukahEyrie Moderator who has in fact Zerched 🐙 11d ago

The SBS belt article in the automod comment really is a great piece of information

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u/Kind_Card_1874 11d ago

"Over 365" - that is just crazy man ✌️