eli5: How does a weightlifting belt prevent injuries?
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Generally when deadlifting/squatting with proper form you’re taught to brace your core(Done through the process of breathing in and flexing your ab’s simultaneously). This allows you to lift more weight as well as protect your spine. Adding a weight belt gives you something to brace against when lifting heavier weight to further stabilize your core.
It’s not just a set it and forget it injury prevention like ankle tape or a knee brace or something, but if you know how to use it they’re almost necessary to avoid injury when trying to max out.
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