In some cases, this accessory will be very useful, but there are nuances.
Why do I need an athletic belt?
By performing exercises with limiting weights, you contribute to the activation of the defense mechanism of the nervous system. Muscles weaken, so it becomes impossible to lift heavy equipment. The athletic belt allows the muscles to contract at maximum weights, blocking nervous system signals. The spine when wearing an athletic belt is able to maintain an upright position even when working with extreme weights. In simple terms, the belt enhances the natural support of the body muscles.
Sometimes athletes wear this accessory when performing exercises that do not directly involve the lower back. A bench press, for example. Is it correct to use a belt in this case?
If your lower back is sagging during the bench press, the belt will help reduce the risk of injury. In this case the belt is useful. However, a lot in training depends on the nervous system.
At the level of sensations, the use of the accessory manifests itself as a strong compression in the abdominal area. As if something is protecting you. But it is important to understand that the belt is only an auxiliary tool. It will not guarantee you 100{f918c8c230b22f000277847ce26df3ea9ac4bbcabd1c40ab7d79f6a33bb50390} safety.
There is no point in wearing it for the entire workout and using it for all exercises. Moreover, you can “accustom” your muscles to the additional support, and they can simply become unaccustomed to independent work and get a reduced load from the exercises.
It will be much more helpful if you learn to treat exercise thoughtfully, guided primarily by common sense rather than by additional tools.
