Lifting belt causing pain in low abs

[chipvideo]

I noticed that the since I started using my new powerlifting belt I get a very sharp pain in my lower right ab area right next to the hip bone. Sometimes I get nervous and think it is a hernia. It goes right away when I end the set and take off the belt. What can I do to combat this. Or should I just use this pain as a deferal away from teh pain of the targeted muscle group. LOL.

[pittbull]

maybe too low on the waist or just too tight

[chipvideo]

Originally Posted by pittbull

maybe too low on the waist or just too tight

I think it might be too tight and maybe I could move it higher. I just dont want to go to high and not protect the low back though.

[Dial_tone]

I don't even own a belt; left my last one in the gym 8 years ago and never replaced it.

[StrappingYoungLad]

Originally Posted by Dial_tone

I don't even own a belt; left my last one in the gym 8 years ago and never replaced it.

I agree.I've squatted 495 x 15,without a belt or wraps.I believe a belt fosters weakness,personally.If you stay within your abilities and gradually push those abilities,your lower back will become stronger out of necessity.Supporting it artificially can accomplish nothing worthwhile,IMO.

[Dial_tone]

Originally Posted by StrappingYoungLad

I agree.I've squatted 495 x 15,without a belt or wraps.I believe a belt fosters weakness,personally.If you stay within your abilities and gradually push those abilities,your lower back will become stronger out of necessity.Supporting it artificially can accomplish nothing worthwhile,IMO.

Dang, you must be max'ing 7 bills.

[Yo Daddy]

I agree.I've squatted 495 x 15,without a belt or wraps.I believe a belt fosters weakness,personally.If you stay within your abilities and gradually push those abilities,your lower back will become stronger out of necessity.Supporting it artificially can accomplish nothing worthwhile,IMO.

I agree - never squatted with a belt. I've done Oly for a while and never used one. I think they prevent the lower back from getting stronger. I've always been taught to do standing good mornings. Yeah, they do the trick.

About your squats: 495 x 15. Wow... I thought my 495 for doubles on stop squats was good. I need to train more.

[pittbull]

i guess its preference..but once u hurt your back sometimes u need the extra support and or confidence

[Jumbo]

i agree w/ strapping young lad, i went down to a weight i knew i'd be comfortable not using a belt with and worked my way up and i never have issues w/ not using one. My best set is 405 lbs for a set of 5, not amazing numbers or anything but its the most i've attempted thus far and did so w/ out a belt or knee wraps and no problems. I actually don't use any lifting gear what so ever, i think lifting straps are the worst idea ever, why prevent grip from getting stronger and forearmes getting bigger as a side benefit of deads or bent rowes or whatever you might use them for. I would only want a belt for a one rep max attempt, like in a PL meet, thats it.

[Jumbo]

Originally Posted by StrappingYoungLad

I agree.I've squatted 495 x 15,without a belt or wraps.I believe a belt fosters weakness,personally.If you stay within your abilities and gradually push those abilities,your lower back will become stronger out of necessity.Supporting it artificially can accomplish nothing worthwhile,IMO.

thats sick bro, nice work