eli5: How does a weightlifting belt prevent injuries?
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Cliffs: belts are a proprioceptive feedback tool, giving the body something to push ‘against’ to create additional intra-abdominal pressure and therefore torso rigidity.
They don’t help prevent injuries specifically – think of it like a having a training partner who yells at you to brace every time you’re lifting.
They don’t directly support the spine in any way, shape or form.
Source: I have been coaching athletes up to winning international events in strength sports for 9 years.
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