Weightlifting belts can provide much-needed support and stability by bracing your core while lifting weights. Nowadays, women are equally interested in heavy lifting, but it's important to ensure ...

"Helps protect my lower back during weight training on heavy days. The belt does not feel too thick and provides great support. I am also able to make it tighter than the traditional leather belts.

But a belt also protects me from injury, right? (I can read your mind. I know this is what you’re thinking about.) Unfortunately we actually don’t have evidence that a weightlifting belt will ...

What do you need to wear when strength training? Strong Women investigates how weightlifting belts work, when you should wear one and whether you need one to lift heavier. If you’re working out ...