It's good to see someoe advocating the higher belt position. I've had a lot of issue with skin pinching and pain on my hip area from the belt pushing down too far during conventional deadlifts. I'm going to be placing my belt further up from now on
Great explanation, I’ve almost given up using my belt due to the pinching I was getting in my squat and deadlift. I’ll have to try raising it up and starting a little looser.
@@merfeldma i have a 3” belt for the sole purpose that 4” was pinching too much. I am 5ft7 so have fairly short torse, and find placing just above the waist is completely unbearable. Placing belt just over the bottom rib make it much better for me! Hope that helps
I always wear belt high. that's where I get the most support for squat and deadlift. Low position does nothing but make lifts harder for me. I perform better without the belt than with the belt at low position. I also like to place the belt slightly diagonally, where the backside is littlebit higher than the front. I feel it gives even greater support, especially with the squats. But this can only be done well with the fastlock belts.
@@jde9711 lever and prong are the same one isn’t better than the other. Lever is more convenient, not more effective, if you usually stay around the same weight, workout on the same timing/stomach fullness everyday and hardly ever need to adjust belt. Prong is better if you fluctuate in weight more often, or you workout on an empty stomach one day and then a full stomach the next. Prong is basically the same mechanisms as a normal fashion belt, while a lever belt has a lever that you place on a certain setting then screw it in. So it will take a few minutes to change the tightness on a lever belt, but it’ll be much easier to put the belt on and get going on a set. And for a prong belt the opposite, changing tightness takes only a few seconds, but putting it on takes a few extra seconds
@@MelbourneStrengthCulture appreciate that but I'm all good, I got a triple play deadlift belt now that I'm much happier with but honestly I still prefer to deadlift beltless
The NSCA states that “the diaphragm and the abdominal muscles can contract without the glottis being closed... this must be regarded as the safer option” (in comparison to the valsalva). In a sense doesn’t this suggest that you can use a lifting belt and maintain abdominal pressure without strictly holding your breath? Edit: source = the Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning Training 4th ed
Wholeheartedly agree, valsalva can cause a drop in BP, which leads to fainting. I believe it’s best to find something in the middle: not a full exhale, but don’t straight up hold your breath either.
The only thing i disagree is with your last point of "maintaining pressure" yes that is important but only for the lifting part, as soon as you're locked out with your lift exhale and take at least 1 extra breath or a few breaths before putting the weight down.. Why? Because when PRing or even when lifting with 8+ RPE you can black out from lack of oxygen to your brain
Sir can we use zym belt while doing normal excercise if we have l4 l5 disc bulge?? Can it make condition worse or is it fine to use belt?? Please waiting for reply.. I want to make my father excercise daily but due to disc bulge everyone suggests him not to excercises due to which he started getting different problems.. Please suggest 🙏🙏
As a lifter who has multiple slipped disks, also in L4/L5 (among other areas 🥲), it is possible, and I use a belt to help me with my lifts. Squats I progress VERY slowly (depending on dad’s age, I’d recommend cautiously too). I’m in no immediate rush to press hard, but with the right safety precautions I give it a go on max every once in a while. For deadlift: I actually use a trap bar (check out Kabuki Strength if you’re a home gym guy) because Trap reduces strain on the lower back. Just check your technique still, no excuse to halfass the hinge @ the hips. If you are more conventional/sumo, I’d again advise to very slow. Sumo is preferred, as conventional really hits the lower back. Source: Bachelor’s in Kinesiology PR post injury: 305 Squat/415 Trap (gotta check barbell deadlift, will update on next PR) Edit: spelling Edit 2: highly recommend that your dad seek medical guidance as well, helps to check with a doc to best guide him back safely!
@@Lockkkkkk hmmm that's a good point, I do get some weird tightness on my lower abs with a bit of a pressure. This feeling is in my back at the bottom of my ribs. Never thought about a hernia thank you
Hi, my lower right rib got bruised 2x using the SBD belt. I have tried putting it lower or higher but it does not work. Any tips? I come from another similar size belt but 10mm.
the SBDs are unforgiving, it will probably take a few months to feel a little more comfortable with it on. Sorry, there really isn't anything else to offer with this one!
It's good to see someoe advocating the higher belt position. I've had a lot of issue with skin pinching and pain on my hip area from the belt pushing down too far during conventional deadlifts. I'm going to be placing my belt further up from now on
Absolutely. Higher belt is great!
i saw the two placements of the belt with different people but i never understood the reasoning, thanks!
Owen Madaeen glad we could help!
Great explanation, I’ve almost given up using my belt due to the pinching I was getting in my squat and deadlift. I’ll have to try raising it up and starting a little looser.
Did it work?
@@acfpckt for the moment I've given up on my belt, even placing it higher I still get too much pinching making the full movement too uncomfortable.
@@merfeldma You could try a 3" belt instead of the regular 4".
@@merfeldma i have a 3” belt for the sole purpose that 4” was pinching too much. I am 5ft7 so have fairly short torse, and find placing just above the waist is completely unbearable. Placing belt just over the bottom rib make it much better for me! Hope that helps
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The fact he didn't joke about his drawing makes this video slightly disturbing
Then you're obviously a idiot
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Great video - bought a belt recently and had no idea not to use it until now
Soshi12005 I am glad we can help, if you ever have questions feel free to message us!
I always wear belt high. that's where I get the most support for squat and deadlift. Low position does nothing but make lifts harder for me. I perform better without the belt than with the belt at low position. I also like to place the belt slightly diagonally, where the backside is littlebit higher than the front. I feel it gives even greater support, especially with the squats. But this can only be done well with the fastlock belts.
@@jde9711 I am not sure I fully understand your question
@@jde9711 lever and prong are the same one isn’t better than the other. Lever is more convenient, not more effective, if you usually stay around the same weight, workout on the same timing/stomach fullness everyday and hardly ever need to adjust belt. Prong is better if you fluctuate in weight more often, or you workout on an empty stomach one day and then a full stomach the next.
Prong is basically the same mechanisms as a normal fashion belt, while a lever belt has a lever that you place on a certain setting then screw it in. So it will take a few minutes to change the tightness on a lever belt, but it’ll be much easier to put the belt on and get going on a set. And for a prong belt the opposite, changing tightness takes only a few seconds, but putting it on takes a few extra seconds
just recently got a belt, loving it so far for squats but i can't use it all for deadlifts it just gets in the way
Let us know if we can help at all
@@MelbourneStrengthCulture appreciate that but I'm all good, I got a triple play deadlift belt now that I'm much happier with but honestly I still prefer to deadlift beltless
The NSCA states that “the diaphragm and the abdominal muscles can contract without the glottis being closed... this must be regarded as the safer option” (in comparison to the valsalva). In a sense doesn’t this suggest that you can use a lifting belt and maintain abdominal pressure without strictly holding your breath?
Edit: source = the Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning Training 4th ed
Wholeheartedly agree, valsalva can cause a drop in BP, which leads to fainting. I believe it’s best to find something in the middle: not a full exhale, but don’t straight up hold your breath either.
Exceptionally helpful guidance, thank you!
🤝🤝
Great advice and drawing! Thanks
can you wear a lever belt such as inzer upside down. Such as if you want the lever to be on the left instead of the right?
The only thing i disagree is with your last point of "maintaining pressure" yes that is important but only for the lifting part, as soon as you're locked out with your lift exhale and take at least 1 extra breath or a few breaths before putting the weight down..
Why? Because when PRing or even when lifting with 8+ RPE you can black out from lack of oxygen to your brain
Ok
Nice video my friend! Make sure to keep up the good work!
Thanks for the video
Nice explanation.
Thanks! Share it around for us! Helps the channel grow a lot!
Glad I watched this before using my belt. Thanks. Great video... especially the drawing 😉
example: deadlfit
Exhale at the top of the movement then take a breath before going down, is this good?
prigent gaetan we coach that if you are moving with a loaded barbell in your system you should have your breath and brace set. So yes!
What is the best way to breath during the bent over row?
In before the concentric. Out on the eccentric
Very informative video. Thanks
Wouldn’t not breathing during your deadlift lead to either passing out or more muscle fatigue?
try whatever works for u breathing out on the top is good and breathing out when you come down is good as long as you dont exhale before going up
Sir can we use zym belt while doing normal excercise if we have l4 l5 disc bulge??
Can it make condition worse or is it fine to use belt??
Please waiting for reply..
I want to make my father excercise daily but due to disc bulge everyone suggests him not to excercises due to which he started getting different problems..
Please suggest 🙏🙏
As a lifter who has multiple slipped disks, also in L4/L5 (among other areas 🥲), it is possible, and I use a belt to help me with my lifts. Squats I progress VERY slowly (depending on dad’s age, I’d recommend cautiously too). I’m in no immediate rush to press hard, but with the right safety precautions I give it a go on max every once in a while. For deadlift: I actually use a trap bar (check out Kabuki Strength if you’re a home gym guy) because Trap reduces strain on the lower back. Just check your technique still, no excuse to halfass the hinge @ the hips. If you are more conventional/sumo, I’d again advise to very slow. Sumo is preferred, as conventional really hits the lower back.
Source: Bachelor’s in Kinesiology
PR post injury: 305 Squat/415 Trap (gotta check barbell deadlift, will update on next PR)
Edit: spelling
Edit 2: highly recommend that your dad seek medical guidance as well, helps to check with a doc to best guide him back safely!
Good information thank you
Is there a way of telling if you have a bruised rib? I cant tell if my sbd belt has bruised my ribs or if I've pulled my lower lat
getstrongby40 hernia?
@@Lockkkkkk hmmm that's a good point, I do get some weird tightness on my lower abs with a bit of a pressure. This feeling is in my back at the bottom of my ribs. Never thought about a hernia thank you
I would recommend see a progfessional to get assesed if there is pain. Dr. Dan Godeassi is our got to recommendation.
Hi, my lower right rib got bruised 2x using the SBD belt. I have tried putting it lower or higher but it does not work. Any tips? I come from another similar size belt but 10mm.
the SBDs are unforgiving, it will probably take a few months to feel a little more comfortable with it on. Sorry, there really isn't anything else to offer with this one!
Inhale into belly through mouth or through the nose into chest?
Inhale however you feel it’s best to create pressure. I prefer nose because it’s slower. Some prefer mouth because it’s faster
Tnx for your explanation
My fucking left rib is hurting so bad since last week a lot of pressure and I just started using a belt
Nailed it
Weight 81~2kg Belt Size Recommendation /M?L?
Very hard to say, more than likely a medium
@@MelbourneStrengthCulture Thank you. I bought it. M size
Great.
Great value 40 lbs is perfect more weight would be uncomfortable
a belt added 20 lbs to my squat
Just got a belt can’t wait to use it on my squat day. I used it for back and holly shit the difference is crazy
Seriously?! My belt came in today. Using it tomorrow for squats, I’m stoked!
i was told to suss the vid so here i am sussin
Sussing the good news
@@MelbourneStrengthCulture just tried the higher belt position. It's sick as fuck bois
It's all very complicated.
Aaaout..