Weightlifting belt may provide an advantage to lifting heavier and provide more intra abdominal pressure which can potentially decrease injury risk. However, several studies have shown a decrease in ex ablique avtivation during belted lift, and one study that looked at 245 powerlifters found a greater rate of back injury among athletes who used a belts.

Leather Quality

Leather belts are well-built to support the heaviest of lifts. The thick leather makes it sturdier to support great pressure and resistance. Leather belts propagate the force evenly around your core and support your lower back during squats and deadlift workout sessions. Full grain leather belts are heavy duty products made to last many years of use. If you've ever heard of "quarter-century belts" or belts passed down from generation to generation, they are made with full grain leather. A good second option is a belt made using top grain leather. Full-grain leather is the best quality and most durable and is the best leather for belts.