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Weight Belt

acewamp
acewamp Posts: 5 Member
edited January 19 in Social Groups
Starting 5x5 tonight and while I have been lifting for a couple of years now I am not experienced in squats and deadlifts. Should I use a weight belt?

Thanks

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  • crawfishag
    crawfishag Posts: 19 Member
    I started the program with the sets that were set up in Stronglifts due to not lifting for several years (compression of the lower lumbar in a fall) and have not used a belt, but when the weight starts getting higher, around week 10 or so, I probably will.
  • spongeh
    spongeh Posts: 152 Member
    I've found no need in the first 4 weeks for a belt, but I'm considering getting one for the latter end of week 5 and onwards.
  • Slamdunkpro
    Slamdunkpro Posts: 88 Member
    I'm in week 10 and haven't felt the need for one yet. Just watch your form and don't go up even if you hit all 5 sets if you feel your form is slipping.
  • danimalkeys
    danimalkeys Posts: 982 Member
    I have a really nice belt I used when powerlifting. I haven't touched it yet and probably won't for a good while. I'd say don't use one until you absolutely have to, and when you get one, get a good one because it'll last you a lfetime. Don't get a thin one that they sell at a sporting goods store, order a real one online.
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