An athletic belt is needed primarily for athletes who work with heavy weights. However, not everyone really needs to acquire it. Sometimes you have to hear about the reverse side of the coin: an athletic belt “kills” the spine.
Such a supporting device is tried not only by athletes, but also by loaders, builders, gardeners. Their goal is to minimize the "destructive" load. Natural question: does it help everyone?
It is noticed that the vast majority of such adherents of a “healthy” lifestyle soon begin to complain of pain in the lower back (especially with bending).
It turns out approximately the following: put on an athletic belt - without any problems raised a decent weight, took off - overstrained when he took a glass of water. Why is that?
Yes, because the device begins to work in your place, and not with you. Feel the difference? The spine will only work effectively in the correct position. He himself will not do it. A powerful stabilizing system helps him - the deep and external muscles in the back and the abdominal cavity in front. The force of such pressure probably plays a decisive role in this complex design.
The belt (athletic) does the same. It artificially presses (flatters) the stomach, stabilizing the vertebrae. If you use it periodically (not constantly, but occasionally, lifting, for example, the bar), then the effect will undoubtedly be positive. But when you wear a belt during the day, you risk waiting for muscle atrophy. Guess what will happen next?
The body becomes accustomed to the belt, and any weight gain without safety net can cause injury to the spine. Those who play sports professionally will confirm this.
What to look for when choosing an athletic belt? Sizes and quality are the main parameters. Most belts "sprawl" after a dozen workouts. Someone prefers weightlifting belts, someone prefers powerlifting. And those and others are most often the highest quality. It is important that it is comfortable.
The powerlifter belt, for example, is both comfortable and reliable, although some complain of pressure under the ribs and / or pelvic bones. Not everyone knows how to wear an athletic belt. We give an example. If you are a thin person, then the belt will cover the area from the ribs to the pelvis.
Everything is simple. To ensure normal insurance, the belt falls lower to the bones of the pelvis. At first, it may feel discomfort. Need a habit.
The powerlifter belt can be both with manual fixing, and with automatic. Manual is much more reliable. Weightlifting belt does not hold belly too well. When squats, it is better to put it on with a buckle back. And further. With a deadlift, the stomach remains practically without insurance, so caution will not hurt here. This belt is ideal only for weightlifters.
When choosing an athletic belt, decide on the material. Better stay on the skin. Check the fastener: some fall apart after a couple of workouts. The nylon belt with Velcro also deserves attention, which will sometimes have to be changed (usually once a year is enough). Judging by the reviews, this is also an excellent mount.