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Is TRX the Best?

TRX were the original suspension exercise device. In fact, many people equate the brand TRX with the product category. But that doesn't mean that they are the best. The TRX suspension trainer, along with the TRX app, is the most expensive model on the market and there is no doubt that you are paying a premium for the TRX name. Yet the TRX suspension trainer does not offer any extra benefits over much less expensive models like Emerge. Emerge offers everything that you get with TRX but for about a third of the price. A TRX workout will not benefit you any more than an Emerge workout. So, ask yourself the question, why pay more just for the TRX name?

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• Q: What is suspension training?

  Suspension training is a highly effective form of bodyweight exercise using fitness equipment called a suspension trainer.

  Using a suspension trainer you perform various movements and functional exercises in a suspended state (with feet or arms on the trainer, lifted from the floor) to leverage your bodyweight as resistance.

  You attach a suspension trainer to an anchor point (doors, bars, pull-up rigs, trees etc), grip the handles with your hands or hook your feet into the cradle and have the potential of performing hundreds of exercises for the entire body.

  Suspension training builds coordination, muscle strength and helps tone the body. It's an extremely versatile and flexible training choice.

  Q: Where should I start with Suspension Training?

  To begin suspension training all you need is a suspension trainer and somewhere to anchor it (like a door, beam or tree).

  In the exercise section of this guide, you’ll find a list of suspension training exercises with instructions and illustrations. Start with 5 to 6 exercises that are suitable to your fitness level and do a single set of each working at 10 - 12 repetitions, concentrating on perfect form.

  You can begin with basic exercises like suspended squats, bicep curls and chest presses. If you are a beginner you will be surprised at just how effective these can be!

  Once you have mastered the basics you can introduce more advanced exercises like the suspended crunch or supine pull-through or increase the number of exercises and volume of the workout in terms of number of sets and reps. There are literally hundreds of possible exercises suitable for people of all abilities so you will never be short of a challenge.

  How do I setup a suspension trainer?

  Suspension trainer setup is dependent on the type of trainer you buy, but many of them work in a similar way. A good suspension trainer is portable, can be rigged up in seconds and requires no permanent fixtures or fittings to use.

  Most trainers typically follow the same design pattern, either by fixing to a standard household door (by passing a door anchor over the door the pulling it shut) or to a beam, bar, or pole of some kind by threading the suspension trainer around the fixture and using the carabineer to secure it in place.

  The trainer will typically have a length adjustment system in place to allow you to quickly vary the length of the straps as appropriate to the exercise at the time.

  Q: What suspension training exercises are available?

  Suspension training offers hundreds of different exercises that can target every muscle group in the body, giving you a total body workout with a 2lb piece of equipment that can be thrown in the bottom of your rucksack.

  Also, by varying the angle at which the suspended exercises are performed you can easily control the intensity of the exercise.

  Suspension training is particularly effective at training the core body and abs, as the torso is heavily engaged when trying to sustain balance and control the unstable movement. However, you can also use a suspension trainer to effectively target specific muscle groups - the lower body (e.g. one leg squats, hamstring curls) and upper body (Chest press, bicep curl, triceps extension).

  Q: How is suspension training so effective?

  Suspension training is effective because it's scalable to the fitness level of the individual and offers a challenge to people of all abilities. Each exercise is carried out in an unstable state and the muscles of the body work to keep the movement under control. The independent mobility of the trainer forces your body to stabilise itself and increases muscular recruitment throughout the body to do so.

  With the use of a suspension trainer you can put your body in unusual positions that simply wouldn't otherwise be possible, and this requires significant strength to perform resulting in exceptional physical development.

  Q: How is suspension training different to ring training?

  We are a big fans of both suspension training and gymnastics rings training and incorporate both into our exercise regime. Each have their merits and whilst similar in some respects are fundamentally different in others. However, this is a question that many people have asked.

  It depends on your goals, but to help you decide we have weighed up some of the pro's and con's of suspension training compared to ring training below:

  Suspension training:

  Suspension trainers allow you to train your entire body whereas ring training focuses primarily on the upper body.

  You can train anywhere with a suspension trainer, it's great for rigging up to doors, so you can train in and around your home or in your hotel room. Compared to rings, which are still as portable but require a suitably high overhead structure from which to safely mount them.

  Suspension training is more easily scalable and accessible to people of all abilities including beginners although rings offer a fundamentally more difficult workout and therefore more difficult to the beginner.

  Ring training:

  Gymnastic rings allow you to perform ring dips and pull-ups. Two of the most effective bodyweight exercises available. These exercises aren't really possible using a suspension trainer.

  Since ring training is more difficult than suspension training the physical demands placed on the body are greater and therefore the physical development is more effective too.

  Gymnastics rings are more suitable to advanced fitness levels.

  Generally, we would recommend ring training for the more advanced users as it requires significant strength to perfom, and suspension training for people who want a whole body, portable exercise tool (it really is effective at training the lower body) or need something that will allow them to train on the road.

  Q: Is suspension training safe?

  Absolutely. In fact, it is safer than many other forms of training because of the free mobility of the handles on the suspension trainer there is no fixed path of motion when working out. As a result it's extremely kind on the joints and allows them to follow their natural path. Once the trainer is securely setup and the immediate area is free from obstacles you're ready to go. 

As with all exercise we recommend that you consult with your physician before undertaking any of the forms of training described.

  Q: Who will benefit from Suspension Training?

  Anyone can benefit from suspension training as you have complete control over the bodyweight resistance level of the exercise just by altering the position of your body or the angle at which the exercise is carried out. This means your training could range from gentle rehabilitation right up to hardcore athletic training and physical development.

  Suspension training can also be used to assist a number of exercises that are too difficult for many people to perform unaided.

  Q: How is suspension training different from other types of resistance training?

  Traditional weight training often only targets one muscle at a time which is contradictory to the normal coordinated muscle effort used to complete most activities.

  Focusing on muscles in isolation is more likely to lead to muscular imbalances, as well as overuse injuries. Suspension training allows for the use of multiple planes of motion and works multiple muscles and joints simultaneously.

  Q: Is suspension training good for rehabilitation and physical therapy after an injury?

  Many physical therapists are currently using suspension trainers to help patients recover from injury. The scalable form of training, ease of adjusting resistance and functionality of using body weight make it a very powerful tool for this type of use.

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Digging Deeper on Suspension Training

The Suspension Workout is a training workout regimen that features a suspension trainer and utilizes gravity resistance and the person’s own body weight, to turn every exercise into a challenge for the core muscles. There is no need for heavy gym equipment or a gym to train using the Suspension Workout method. All you need is a secure spot to anchor the suspension straps and you are good to go. Any secure place in your home or outside your house will do. You can use a door-frame, a tree, a pole, or a weight machine. Then all you need to do is use your feet or hands to hold onto the straps, depending on the exercise you want to do.

Suspension training has made a huge impact on the fitness scene over the last decade. The first suspension training device, the TRX, was released onto the market by former Navy Seal Randy Hettrick in 2005. Nowadays, it’s hard to find a gym that doesn’t feature a dedicated TRX suspension training area.

Suspension training has also infiltrated the home fitness market. As people discover the potential that suspension training features to engage their core, work their muscles in a whole new way and allow them to get in an awesome functional resistance workout without bulky equipment, the demand for these devices has skyrocketed. The TRX remains the top seller, and the most expensive! Emerge is a high quality alternative to TRX that really delivers. So, forget about TRX workouts and reach for Emerge.

When properly done, a suspension strength resistance workout using your own body weight offers significant development and advantages to your overall health and well-being, including increased bone, muscle, tendon and ligament durability and toughness, better joint function, decreased potential for injury, increased bone density, faster metabolism, stronger cardiac function, and increased levels of HDL (good) cholesterol. The right formula to achieve the optimum result is to ensure that you use your own weight properly, mix and match the exercises to confuse your muscles and most importantly, ensure safety by making sure all installations are sound at all times.

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6 Basic Suspension Exercises

Here's a half dozen exercises to get you started with your brand new Emerge suspension trainer. These are beginner exercises designed to give you a full body beginner’s program that will help you to start losing fat and toning and strengthening your muscles. Once you have experience with these exercises , you can add higher resistance moves.

So, let’s get to it.

Basic Beginner Exercises

Basic Squat

Set up your suspension trainer on an overhead anchor point so that the handles come down to about your navel. On this move you will basically be using the trainer to provide stability as you are going into and rising out of the squat. Grab the handles and lean back so that your hands come up to shoulder level. With your feet shoulder width apart, lean back slightly. Now squat down as if you are sitting in a chair. Keep your torso upright as you descend. Go down until your arms are nearly straight. Now push through your heels to drive back to the start position.

Doing squats with the suspension trainer puts a lot more emphasis on your mid-section, which has to keep your body balanced.

Do 3 sets of 15 reps.

Sprinter

Set up your suspension trainer on an overhead anchor point so that the handles come down to about your navel. Grab the handles and bring them back to your ribcage area as you move your foot back to lean into the exercise. Your elbows should be behind you and your body should be about a 45-degree angle to the floor.

Now simply bring one leg forward as far you can and then back. Alternate legs. Do will also feel this one directly in your mid-section area.

Do 3 sets of 10 on each leg, alternating legs from rep to rep.

Row

Set up your suspension trainers on an overhead anchor point so that the handles come down to about your navel. Grab the handles and put your right forward. Now lean back until your arms are fully extended. Next, row your body up to and erect position. Aim to bring your elbows as far back behind you as possible. Use your back leg to provide you with stability and balance.

Chest Press

Set up your suspension trainers on an overhead anchor point so that the handles come down to about your navel. Hold the handles with an overhand grip (palms down). Place one leg forward and extend your arms out in front of you. Now bend your elbows as you bring your torso in between the handles. Try to get a good stretch through the chest. In the bottom position, your hands should be at the level of your jaw line. Now push back to the start position.

Do 3 sets of 15 reps.

Plank

Add your suspension trainer to an overhead anchor point so that the handles come all the way down to about 12 inches from the floor. Sit on the floor in front of the trainer and place your right foot in the handle. Now cross your left foot over your right one and place it into the other handle. From here flip your body so that you are in a standard plank position, but with your feet in the handles. Make sure that your toes are securely within the handles.

Hold the plank position with your toes elevated in the air. You will find this much more difficult than a regular plank where you have your toes on the ground because of the extra stabilization and balance required from your mid-section muscles.

Hold for 30-60 seconds (repeat 3 times).

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Putting It All Together

These five exercises will provide you with a great beginner’s program that hits every area of your body, with a special emphasis on your mid-section muscles. Perform them as a single workout, moving directly from one to the other. Do the sets and reps prescribed above with about 30 seconds break between each exercise.

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BENEFITS OF THE EMERGE GYM RINGS

• GET A RIPPED UPPER BODY - There are few tools that can build a strong, ripped upper body as effectively as gymnastics rings.
• IMPROVE YOUR STABILITY & COORDINATION -  Gymnastic Rings simultaneously build strength, stability, and coordination like no other workout machine can.
• WORKOUT ANYWHERE - Gymnastic Rings require minimum storage space and are easy to transport. Because you can suspend them nearly anywhere, you can workout wherever you go (Gym, Home, Hotel or Outside).

Working Out With Gymnastic Rings Feels Great

A workout that incorporates gymnastic rings is an excellent way to find a balance between strength, mobility, and focus. Built for an Olympic caliber athlete, these rings are perfect for ring push ups, ring rows, ring dips, back levers, front levers, muscle-ups, ice cream makers, pull-ups, scarecrows, skin the cats, and anything else you want to try.

Our rings are designed with an easy to grip texture so that they are both light and durable. If you are looking to ramp up every nuance of your workout, our rings are the ideal product. Stronger arms and a solid core will be the result of time spent using gymnastic rings. When you commit to a workout with CrossFit rings, you will make those ever so coveted gains. Dig deep and try to add balance to your strength training.

With a wooden ring workout, you are bound to take your fitness to the next level.

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Claire - Smiling ear-to-ear and starting her own classes.

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Gymnastic Rings Buyer's Guide

The first thing you need to think about when buying rings is whether to go for wood or plastic. The answer is clear - wood rings have it all over plastic ones. For a start, wood rings feel much better in your grip. They will not wreck your hands the way that plastic ones will. This is especially the case when doing Muscle Ups. If you've ever tried them with plastic rings, you'll know all about the calluses that can result. Switch over to wood to improve your grip and avoid that annoying hand pain.

Another major benefit of heavy duty wood rings over plastic ones is that they absorb your sweat much better. The last thing you want when you're working in mid air is for your hands to be sliding all over the place due to sweat build up. Yet that is precisely what you will end up with if you train with plastic rings. Go with wood to avoid the perspiration blues!

Now that you know to go with wood rings, you need to think about the actual thickness of the ring. The International Federation of Gymnastics standard is 1.1 inches (28 mm). If the ring is either too thin or too thick you will not be able to perform properly as your grip will be compromised.

Some gym rings are very heavily laminated. Do not buy them! Instead go for a raw wood item that is smooth and natural. It can have a light coating of laminate but that should be about it. Heavily laminated wood rings are a nightmare to grip onto and will get sweat slippery .

When it comes to straps, be sure to get a set with as long straps as you can get. Do not buy an item that has less than 15 feet of strap length. The extra length of heavy duty straps will give you more flexibility when it comes to hanging the wood rings on high objects. Longer heavy duty straps will also allow you to perform a wider range of exercises such as push ups. When it comes to strap thickness, look for a one inch thick strap. Straps that are much thicker than that will be likely to produce too much friction on the object that they are hanging from.

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Our premium knee sleeves are used by professional Men and Women in Fitness, Powerlifting, Team Sports, Individual Sports, General Fitness, Stability Exercises, Joint Support, Joint Rehabilitation etc. But they are perfect for amateur and weekend exercisers alike. When you choose Emerge , you get the best performance at the best price. 

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• WHAT ARE KNEE SLEEVES USED FOR?

  Knee sleeves have several benefits, making them a great piece of kit to have in your gym bag. They provide joint compression and support, help to reduce swelling and pressure on the knees and help to prevent injury during lifting and high impact sports.

  WHY SHOULD I USE KNEE SLEEVES?

  Knee sleeves have a range of benefits for crossfit athletes. They help to protect against future injury and to protect previous injuries from worsening. They have a compression element, which increases blood flow and circulation, therefore reducing pain and swelling during and after a workout. They do this by keeping the area warm, limiting patella movement and increasing proprioception.

  WHEN SHOULD I START USING KNEE SLEEVES?

  Knee sleeves do NOT need to be worn for all weightlifting exercises. If the knees are not the primary source of lifting, then they will serve no purpose. Sleeves do provide support for squats, snatches and clean and jerks. If you have suffered from a previous injury, leaving the knees weak, then sleeves can be a great support and can prevent further injury. We normally find that crossfit athletes purchase knee sleeves after a year or so, as up until that point they are simply building up the weight they lift, but you will know when the time is right for you.

  HOW TIGHT SHOULD KNEE SLEEVES BE?

  The knee sleeves should have a good firm fit, but should not be cutting off your circulation! If you are between sizes, we do recommend you size down in knee sleeves as they do slacken after a couple of wears, and you don’t want them to be slipping down mid-workout!

  HOW DO I MEASURE FOR KNEE SLEEVES?

  Check out our handy measuring guidehere

  HOW DO I WASH KNEE SLEEVES?

  First things first- prevention is key! To avoid mildew (and other nasties) from growing in the first place, try to avoid throwing your sleeves in your gym bag and allowing them to fester between sessions! Allow them to air dry inside out after a session. If necessary (depending on how often you work out) throw them in with a normal load of laundry and allow them to fully air dry before their next use. If that doesn’t quite cut it… Boil you knee sleeves in hot water for 5 minutes then remove the pan from the heat. Add a small amount of non-bio soap and allow sleeves to cool in the pot. Rinse through and allow to air dry. And if that fails...time to bring in the big guns! A dual edged sword to beat mildew- heat and distilled vinegar. Bleach and chlorine based cleaners can possibly weaken the textiles of your sleeves so best to avoid these. Heat a large pot of water, and pour into a bucket with 2-4 fl oz of distilled white vinegar. Leave sleeves to soak for 10 mins, throw in with a normal load of laundry and chlorine free detergent. Allow to air dry…. Voila!

  ARE KNEE SLEEVES GOOD FOR ARTHRITIS?

  To clarify, a knee sleeve is not the same as a knee brace. The latter is designed and used to protect a prior injury or condition from further endangerment, whereas a sleeve is designed to protect against future injury and risk of damage. We recommend you seek medical advice if you have a previous injury before commencing any form of strenuous exercise - best to be safe!

  WILL KNEE SLEEVES STRETCH?

  Yes, they will stretch to some extent, which is why we recommend sizing down if you are between sizes. There’s nothing more annoying than having your sleeves fall down mid-workout!

  CAN I WEAR KNEE SLEEVES ALL DAY?

  There’s no rule against it, but if you’re asking the question because you have a weakness or prior injury to the knees which needs supporting all the time, the chances are you need a knee brace rather than a sleeve. You can get advice on this from a medical professional.

  CAN KNEE SLEEVES CAUSE BLOOD CLOTS?

  Blood clots can be caused by many different things, such as genetics, mobility, age, weight etc. However it would be almost unheard of for a knee sleeve to cause a clot on its own. Clots frequently form due to immobility and poor circulation, and if you are a crossfit athlete, you likely have great circulation and will definitely not be immobile! Knee sleeves are meant to be close fitting, but are certainly not tight enough to restrict your circulation. If you have a venous disorder or a family history of blood clots, you need to speak to a medical professional before undertaking any form of strenuous exercise.

  CAN KNEE SLEEVES CUT OFF CIRCULATION?

  If you bought a sleeve that was far too small for you then yes, but our handy measuring guide is here to help with that! Our sleeves are designed for athletes who want to protect themselves against possible injury, or those who have lower body injuries that need support, such as sprains, shin splints, calf cramps and Achilles tendonitis, so they provide support, but don’t impede circulation.

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Our calf compression sleeves are designed to reduce muscle trauma and vibration, which is why they are the perfect choice for athletes looking for muscle and joint stabilization. In fact, our calf compression sleeves aid in blood circulation and coordination. They are designed with both comfort and durability in mind. 

We only use state of the art technology to for moisture management when we manufacture our compression calf sleeves. They are the perfect breathable solution for weightlifters and CrossFitters looking to increase stability while training to compete or while seeking to keep making those gains.

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✔ TRAIN HARDER - Emerge Compression Running Calf Sleeves allow you to go full-throttle on your workout without being interrupted by shin splints or calf pain.

✔ RECOVER FASTER - Compression Calf Sleeves are designed to improved circulation and provide faster muscle recovery.

✔ REDUCE FATIGUE - Our Calf Sleeves will help reduce discomfort allowing you to conitnue training longer

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• WHAT DO CALF SLEEVES DO?

  Calf compression sleeves are designed to increase blood flow, reduce recovery time post-exercise, reduce muscle soreness and fatigue. This all means you are ready for your next workout sooner, allowing yourself to train harder- perfect!

  ARE CALF SLEEVES GOOD FOR SHIN SPLINTS?

  Yes absolutely! Calf sleeves are perfect for those suffering from shin splints, Achilles tendonitis and calf muscle strains and cramps. Note that they are not designed to cure these conditions, and you might need to seek further assistance to address the root cause of them. You should also consider massage, stretching, strengthening, and your footwear, in conjunction with wearing compression sleeves.

  ARE CALF SLEEVES GOOD FOR VARICOSE VEINS?

  You might have heard that compression is the right treatment for varicose veins, and while this is true, the fact is you actually need a thigh high medical grade compression sleeve to treat varicose veins effectively. It’s best to get some medical advice when training with varicose veins to do so safely.

  WHAT COMPRESSION STRENGTH SHOULD CALF SLEEVES BE?

  A calf sleeve should be in the region of 10-40mmHg compression, the level of compression required will depend on each athletes individual circumstances.

  WHY SHOULD I WEAR CALF SLEEVES?

  Wearing calf sleeves will improve your circulation, therefore improving performance and decreasing the rate of muscle fatigue. They will help you recover from workouts quicker, meaning you are ready for the next one sooner!

  WHAT SIZE CALF SLEEVE SHOULD I GET?

  Our handy measuring guide is here to help with that!

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Easily Adjustable, Comfortable & Highly Durable

Also includes a steel tensioning buckle, making it easy to adjust the belt quickly when transitioning from light/body movement exercises to heavy lifting exercises. This belt is incredibly rugged to provide a lifetime of service. It is also available at a great price point. Perfect for every level of fitness enthusiast!

Why Use a Weightlifting Belt?

The purpose of a weightlifting belt is to produce more intra-abdominal pressure when you’re doing such exercises as squats and deadlifts. The weight lifter's belt keeps the stomach from expanding, allowing you to more effectively squeeze and brace your core when lifting.

The increased core pressure that is generated when you wear your weightlifting belt helps you to lift more weight. That’s because the lifting belt serves as a proprioceptive cue. Weightlifting belts reminds you to breathe and apply pressure against the belt.

To get the best out of your belt you need to know how to wear it. Place the belt around your belly button region. Don’t make the mistake of making it too tight. It should be slightly loose, ideally a notch back from a tight fit. The slight gap will permit you to expands the stomach into the belt as you continue to draw air into your stomach and expel it against the bracing that the belt offers.

You should limit your use of a weightlifting belt to your big exercises, such as

• Squats
• Deadlifts
• Overhead Presses

Even with these moves, you should only use the belt during your heaviest, low rep sets. Keep the belt off during your higher rep warm up sets. A good point of reference is to strap on your belt when your reps get to eight or below.

If you are a fitness / weight training beginner , you probably don’t need a weight belt at all. Your body needs to learn how to breathe and brace itself naturally when using a heavy resistance prior to relying on a training aid. Continue without the belt until you have been training for a year.

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• WHEN SHOULD I USE A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT?

  You should wear a weightlifting belt when there is a heavy load on your spine, for example barbell lifts including squats and deadlifts, and during various Olympic lifts.

  WHY SHOULD I BUY A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT?

  To protect the spine when it is under a heavy load of course! It is not the belt that is supplying the extra support though, it is actually the way the body reacts to the belt that supplies the spinal support. The belt helps support the spine so you can take on heavier loads. A belt can also improve muscle growth in the long term, as studies have shown wearing a belt during exercises such as squats increases the muscle activity of the quads and hamstrings, which promotes muscle growth. It can also improve body biomechanics, as wearing a belt forces you to be lifting more with your legs than your back. Spinal flexion and extension is reduced, whilst flexion of the knees and hips is increased.

  HOW TIGHT SHOULD A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT BE?

  The point of a weightlifting belt is to provide support and stability to your spine, and to increase intra-abdominal pressure. To do this, you need to contract your abs against the belt, so as a rule of thumb, wear it one notch looser than the tightest it could fit on you. If you can fit your hand between the belt and your stomach, you should be good to go.

  IS A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT NECESSARY?

  There is certainly no need to be wearing a belt all the time when you work out, but when the spine is under a heavy load, then we’d say yes! You want to prevent injury and increase the stability of the spine, and a belt is a fantastic tool to help with this.

  WHERE DO I POSITION THE BELT?

  Wherever it is comfortable is the best way to answer this question! You don’t want the belt to be forced into your hips or under your ribcage, so wear it in a position where it provides comfort, support, and allows you to create the right amount of pressure against it. Don’t fasten it as tight as can be, you’ll be incredibly uncomfortable, and won’t get the benefit from it.

  WHAT BENEFITS WILL I GET FROM WEARING A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT?

  You’ll get: A stabilised spine and solid core Better body biomechanics Prevention of injury Increased performance Find ours here, and let us know how it works for you!

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