- Increased trunk stability - wearing a high quality weightlifting belt has been shown to increase Intra-abdominal pressure. Increasing IAP results in increased truck stability, which is key for maintaining tension and positioning under heavier loads.
- More muscle activation in the spinal erectors - more muscle activation of the lower back muscles can result in increased force output, i.e. you’ll be able to lift more weight, and potentially reduce the likelihood of injury. All with the help of a high quality weightlifting belt.
- Enchanted perception of trunk stability during lifts - research found that people who wore lifting belts generally felt more confident in their capacity to stabilize their torso than those who did not.