Do Belt Squats ANYWHERE! (Home or Public Gym - No Machine Needed- DIY)

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Please subscribe and check out some other videos if you enjoyed this one!

[@lovengbriian6363]

I've been training nearly 40 years, and I'm always open to learning new things, but this is one of the best idea I've heard in a long time , cheers

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

I was super proud of myself when I came up with this idea! So it means alot that people find it as useful as I do!

[@RoddyBezerra]

I gonna buy a belt like this tô do pull up and this kind of squat. Great!

[@andresensei]

Did this in my gym today any everyone was looking at me crazy til they saw me in motion. Great alternative to belt squats.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Attaboy. Glat you like it.

[@alexmoore5970]

Thank you, 10+yrs of lifting and I never would of considered this variant.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks brother. I think its pretty cool as well.

[@josedelacruz1270]

Blew out my lower back with squats, going to incorporate this while re-habilitating Thanks man

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Shit I hope this helps!

[@zncuentertainment712]

Seriously thank you! I have a back injury and these still allow me to squat, plus you saved me a lot of money!!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the video!

[@edgarjarroush9951]

Ive been doing belt Squats for so long, and every single point you have raised i have ran into, especially the land mine style of squatting.. so your way of doing it is by far the best way ever love it and thank you so much...

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Yep I was amazed when I discovered this solution.

[@NYRunnerJai]

You just saved me $200 and this is a much better exercise! I almost bought the revolt squat attachment and was looking for reviews on it but came across your video. Thx!!! This is a genius idea.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Lol i have the revolt fitness belt squat attachment i think it's great but this is a great substitute

[@anthonyspencermusicofficial]

You're one smart dude! I have degenerative disc disease and was about to buy a bunch of other stuff to be able to do belt squats but so glad I found your video! Sharing!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad it helps!

[@jjk3502]

I made a little improvement to your version. I made jhook on the same level with opposite safety bracket. Seems to work better. Added safety bracket above jhook so I can hold on to it. On the barbell I put sleeve with the chain (available on Amazon for $ 16 as a T-bar attachment). That way I can keep torso almost vertically erected. As collars i used Ivanko old style. Everything else would slide after 4 plates. Put 2 3inches steps. Since my torso is bend over maybe 10 DEG filing is exactly like on the belt squat machine. I also bought real belt. The dip belt just does not work. Big difference.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Great to hear you were able to make an adjustment to my method!

[@Tork789]

I've never had to do belt squats in my life, a regular barbell squat was always more than enough for me. But I'm training my buddies now and they both have lower back problems so regular squats are off the table and I've been looking for alternatives and this might be very helpful. Thanks a lot!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem glad you like it!

[@kristoffermiller4401]

Hell ya man! I have a powercage and a Landmine attachment but didn't want to build blocks or have the space taken up. This is awesome! And I don't have to buy anything else. You rock man. Looking forward to this weeks second leg day. God Bless!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks for watching brother. Glad you liked it.

[@kristoffermiller4401]

@TheStrengthClassroom you got it broski thanks for putting it out for us. I've seen one or two of your other videos before and they're great. I'll be watching way more now. 🙌 👊 💪

[@tjordans]

Wow man, just watched this video and immediately went to the garage to try it. Works perfectly! Just injured my shoulder and can’t load any weight on my upper body at all for a while. I’m so happy I can still do squats like this! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem Jordan!

[@coltenechave4085]

Just tried this!!! Loved it and my back popped in a good way. Like a chiro adjustment. Great leg pump. No back pain. Thanks for making this video

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad to hear brother!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Great to hear brother!

[@verdugosb]

Just found this video and it’d a god send; baby sitting a lower back injury and really didn’t feel like spending 200$ + on a belt squat attachment. Thank you for this!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad you liked it buddy

[@orville5369]

Can't believe didn't think of this myself.... well done!!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks man

[@mattdanielsdevelopment]

Super creative! Thanks!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem Matt! Glad You Liked it!

[@willsatterwhite4378]

I was searching for different belt squat machine designs to possibly fabricate one for myself. You sir just saved me hours of work. Legs are smoked without my back being so much as tired. Thank you very much!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Hey Will I am glad to hear that!

[@tongkatali6904]

I took a 2 x 10, a pulley and two 32" cables and built a platform that allows me to belt squat both 200 lb weight stacks of my functional trainer. It works really well for my age and strength , the only downside is I have to start from the squat position

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

As long as you like it that is all that matters

[@SpiritandMuscle]

You're a genius! It took me hours of browsing for different options before finding your video, but well worth it! Set up: 2 minutes Cost: $zero Functionality: A++

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks alot

[@agingstrongwithrickandron1321]

I have been doing your version since the 90’s. It always was a great leg movement.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Awesome to hear people have been doing it for that long.

[@kindredessex3827]

I was walking around my gym today hopelessly looking for ways to set up belt squats for tomorrow's lower body day. This is an amazing ser up. I am excited to try it.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks brother! Let me know how it goes!

[@kindredessex3827]

Man, the set up was so easy. My quads and abs got lit up so hard from these belt squats. Can't tell you how much I appreciate you.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Awesome that is great to hear!

[@brandonteeling3037]

Just started looking into ways to belt squats after my lower back flared up. Just tried it today and it was great! Saved me so much money. Thank you!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

You are welcome Brandon!

[@tadsinc]

this beats all of the other methods. Thank you for helping me save my back and become a stronger bike racer.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem brother

[@areitomusic]

Yes. I have everything I need to do this. And it makes the most sense.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Great! Let me know how it goes

[@johnharbour4936]

Tried your version of this today and man I can't thank you enough. It really wasn't hard to get set and the movement is a great variation. I could feel it much more in the quads. Other guys were looking at me with a bit of "squat envy" lol Thanks again dude.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks man. When I came up with this it became a gamechanger for me.

[@bag_of_pixels]

I'm training with 30 deg scoliosis and that video helped a lot, thank you

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad to hear brother!

[@chayneznfayme]

You just saved me a terrible weekend of DIYing my own belt squat lever arm! Thanks buddy

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem buddy

[@LordMullins]

I agree this is the best variation. Thank you for sharing this simple yet effective technique. Big thumbs up :-)

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thank you for the kind words. I am glad you found this useful.

[@acidreign6]

Nice one Phil

[@mikelynn8977]

I like it, but I made one with a 4x4 and just drilled a hole in the back part of the 4x4 to run the safety bar on a squat rack thru it. I attached a 1 inch black iron pipe on top with a flange and 2 eye bolts on the front for the belt and it works perfectly. I support it with a 4x4 with an attached handle. Painted it black. Less than 30$. Love it! I can only get about 225 on it so I did order the bells of steel belt squat. I could get more weight on it if I ran the iron pipe thru the 4x4 horizontally but I wanted to able to go low on certain days.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

I wanted to get the bells of steel one. But the price has gone up way too much.

[@guyhorowitz158]

borderline genius... who would have thought? Thanks mate

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

I'd say so. Thanks for the support brother

[@yoyoandrew123]

Most underrated fitnessvideo on youtube. Thx very much

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks bro! Very glad to hear you think so highly of my channel. This made my day.

[@dewijones92]

awesome, gonna try the last variation. thanks

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks Dewi!

[@simonosborn1125]

This is an awesome variation. I put another safety on the squat side to hold on to and no more back pain.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad you liked it. In my updated video I added the safety to hold on to

[@Niafifia]

Saved in my favorites :)

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks Monica!!

[@ASJADVASJADV]

Absolutely, an inovative idea. Keep sharing more such ideas 👍👍👍

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@FRENCHDRAINMAN]

You are awesome! Time, Space and Money saved!! Just subscribed

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks bud!

[@redgreen6436]

I tried this for the first time today on my half rack, set up was very simple -just put the bar on the safety bars, same height as bench press.I used a regular powerlifting belt whith a chain hooked on the buckle because that's all i had but it was perfect and felt better than the expensive belt squat machine in my local gym.I'm 6'1 and I felt like the depth was perfect when the plate hit the floor.This really worked out great on the first try, a thousand thank you's.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Great to hear my man!!

[@ctynwbraygalm]

i do it with a strong trekking back pack with multiple locks and clips to hold it together around my waist, just put dumbells and whatever weights you have in it and you're good to go.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Great to hear my man. When there is a will there is a way.

[@ctynwbraygalm]

@@TheStrengthClassroom thankyou, i have been suffering from chronic back pain and belt squats are the best way i could lift more than just bodyweight.

[@king8321]

Genuinely seems like an excellent idea. I thank you for sharing it. I’m sorry the rest of your KZbin ventures did not go the way you wanted. 💪

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad you liked it!

[@gregzazen2897]

Very helpful video - thanks for sharing!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thank you for watching

[@timferguson1526]

You are an anabolic stimulus engineer! Thanks so much for this!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem Tim!

[@biggbrah]

Cool variant. Gotta try

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Let me know how it goes

[@NBDYSPCL]

I have a board with an eye hook in it for isometric exercises. I'm going to run/attach the cable through that and I'll be able to have the resistance directly below me. Or just high-rep a kettlebell

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

That sounds like a great method!

[@NBDYSPCL]

@@TheStrengthClassroom Cable wise I could only do the one you talked about in the video (the leant back one). But I think kettlebells work well enough for now.

[@marlousanchez2487]

Man your version is the best, I'll try it out on Monday

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thank you Marlou. let me know how it goes.

[@ATuipeatau]

Best I’ve seen so far! Well done

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks alot! I really appreciate the positivity!

[@00001kbee]

Going to try this tomorrow you deserve a pat on the back and a sub!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks brother!

[@danielmeany4494]

This works! I've tried a lot. This is the best!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks Daniel!

[@Cellulolytic]

Going to try it later today !

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Let me know how it goes

[@dannytrainer8621]

Great idea, will try.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Let me know how it goes!

[@JayceBroda]

Well done! Very clever idea. Thanks for sharing

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem Jayce

[@Oho159]

this is amazing idea.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks alot. I hope you find it useful!

[@redcat608]

This video saved my back during quarantine-when the gyms were forced to closed.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad to hear brother!

[@NesolitS]

Yes, I agree, your version is superior, but it implies that I have a Power rack, which is not practical for an apartment. This is exactly why I think that the Landmine version with feet on two thicker weight plates is quite sufficient for all but those who are looking for the maximum, and is especially sufficient for older exercisers. Although there is a possibility to improvise with the Landmine bar and additional holders so that it is almost the same as your version. For example, a Swedish ladder on the wall can be perfect to hold one side of the bar at the desired height and look much nicer in the apartment and take up much less space. From our side, we can rest the plate on anything and also move from the side. Best regards and thanks for the ideas.

[@user-dn4lg1dv5v]

This variation works great brother. Thanks brother.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks for watching!

[@tibzig1]

Capital idea my good man! I tried it! Excellent solution! I used a vehicle jack stand under mine with the landmine and although it works fine it is a pain to set up. The up starting position on your method is the key. It really makes things simple and takes the stress off.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Really glad you liked it my man

[@adamweisell]

Thanks for sharing! I just bumped into this video as I’ve been playing around with belt squat setups in my garage gym recently. I’ll have to try this one out next. Cheers

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks Adam let me know how it goes

[@Stirner219]

This is a great idea! I stand on a Reebok stepup block for longer ROM (range of motion).

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Yep you might be limited in rom depending on setup. Blocks are a great idea

[@MikeBarbarossa]

I invented an adjustable height land mine that can be set up with the fulcrum higher. This way, you can set up like your power rack version, and take a step over using a block, or start from the bottom

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Nice!

[@oskarimagga387]

I love you. I was just killing myself over how the hell am I going to elevate myself enough with my loading pin to do these; I realized that your set up will probably work with my bench pins

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Ya the loading pin is a common substitute. I feel this is 100x better.

[@Oh6Torch]

I’ve tried it on my half rack. I would definitely recommend that anyone trying this needs to have the power rack or cage bolted to the floor. A landline attachment bolted to said rack or cage would be ideal. No counter weight needed and offers a little more safety.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Does it tip forward on the half rack?

[@Oh6Torch]

The Strength Classroom I haven’t put enough weight on it to tip over. With that being said, we’re using it outside of the manufacturer’s intended use. So, bolting it down adds an extra measure of safety. I just lean on the side of caution.

[@korgtritonextreme100]

I do my belt squats using the front end of a t bar row machine much like the last version in the video but much safer. I'm 70 and using the belt squat to work my way up and build confidence in higher levels of leg training.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Nice! Glad you found something that works.

[@PG.Coaching]

Hands down the best version. Smart

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thank you sir

[@wicklandtube]

as i sit here with a back strain -- i thank you for this so i can use this method from now on.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks for the kind words bruv. I hope it works out for you.

[@AqKp09]

You just saved me so much money. Thank you!!!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem my man. Glad I could help!

[@2runand2jump]

dude, this is beyond genius, thank you!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem brother

[@martinbautista6294]

My Rogue Monolifts came in last week and using them for your variation was amazing. Not having to step out helps tremendously. Thanks a lot man!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

That sounds even better than the way I do them.

[@yovanna4984]

Great video, I have to try this!! Thank you!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks Yovanna! Let me know how it goes!

[@riccarrasquilla379]

good video and tips. thanks for the video

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks Bro!

[@fuunkngruuvn]

I never comment on videos. This idea is absolute gold!! I’m usually just hanging weights from my belt and standing on blocks 😢

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks Shawn let me know how it goes

[@Alpha_Orionis_99]

Thanks, smart idea!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

thanks for watching

[@Firelord_Ali]

I was planning on using the landmine way and thought about buying plywood to make two plyo boxes to elevate myself, but this is a much better and effective way!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad you enjoyed the video brother!

[@430amtrader5]

absolutely huge bro awesome

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks glad you like it

[@SonyaGarrett-py6qx]

Have been doing your version for 3 months now and back, knees, CNS all feel better and legs have started to grow..

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Great to hear!

[@AHTOtv]

This channel is fantastic. Liked. Subscribed. Notifications on. Thank you for the lesson

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks brother!

[@RobClaypool]

Hey brother, thanks for this man! I've set this up because of this video and it works fantastic! Thank you.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

You're welcome brother! Glad it helped

[@bigdarshan]

ive been using the landmine technique...this looks way superior! will give it a shot! thanks. btw the best belt for this is the SPUD belt squat, its amazing!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks alot. Let me know how it goes when you try it!

[@bigdarshan]

@@TheStrengthClassroom ive been doing it for months now works great! i love how the elevated fulcrum puts more load so I need less weight than a landmine. It s so cumbersome to raise the landmine. Also the angle means the the plates don't hit the grounds. You really nailed it with this one thanks!!

[@juancortes5876]

I totally agree thanks for this vid I will try it when the gyms open up again.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Let me know how it goes? How long are gyms closed where you are?

[@juancortes5876]

@@TheStrengthClassroom I live in Los Angeles and there is no word of when the gyms will open again, but for now I will be using a squat belt with my two 50 lb kettles attached for squatting.

[@Sizen_nepal]

I applied your method and it has helped me a lot , defo good sub for belt squat machine. legs grew a lot and lower back feels good too. thanks man

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks my man!

[@LearnWithEthos]

One can also use a smith machine ... simply straddle the bar (perpendicularly) and have the chain hook under the bar ... easy peasy ...

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

I have seen this method as well. I however do not own a smith machine so that's why I didn't talk about it lol

[@LearnWithEthos]

@@TheStrengthClassroom I hadn't even heard about belt squats until about 1.5 years back ... they have been a god send as I had a back operation (L4/L5) 3 years back and a compressed vertebra in my upper back ... these along with Bulgarian squats work wonderfully together.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad you have found something to help work around those injuries!

[@kelseyblackmon676]

THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I NEEDED!!!! Now could you help us creatively replicate the function of a glute drive machine at home? Something easier to set up than a hip thrust

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Awessome to hear! And no nothing as of right now

[@jaysson1151]

I’m surprised Matt Wenning never mentioned alternatives for the belt squat if your gym doesn’t have one. His videos are always highly recommending belt squats over barbell squats to reduce mileage on lower back.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Because he wants you to buy his lol

[@jaysson1151]

@@TheStrengthClassroom lol 😂

[@chrisdonnell2575]

Nice job will buy some spotter arms. Henny strap belt squat pretty good too watch at Kaizen's channel.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thank you

[@kazmaierisking4034]

Buy 2 pieces of steel pipe 2-3 inch long, one piece to slide over your rack pin,the other to slide your barbell through, so just over the two diameters of pin and bar, weld them together crossways small on top of the bigger diameter,so small tube is in line with rack,while larger tube is pointing out towards side of rack, place your bar through and put collar on

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

That sounds like a nice solution

[@God_is_my_savior-316]

You just saved me $3500 since I had a belt squat machine in my cart. Awesome video!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem buddy!

[@Religion-Geschichte-eh7hm]

4:35 this looks good but i have some adjustements. 1. Why do we need belts that are pulling us forwards? A belt or chains around thehips that connects the weights vertically downwards the spine would be better so we can do squats while our spine is straight. i did not come across a belt that is designed the way i think it should be and thought about creating one with chains.

[@steve-vt5zu]

Pretty cool variation. Thanks for the idea

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem bro. Thanks for watching!

[@chungwu8329]

Tried this today, it feels so great.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks Chung!

[@pablomarrero6062]

nice bro. very smart. great solution for me

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thank you Pablo. Enjoy!

[@bbsal4031]

I just bought this type of belt for my home gym. Watching lots of videos on how to do a squat set up. But I have been doing donkey calf raises with it. Those are super good, I’ve never worked out my calves that well, so if I could just come up with a squat set up, it’ll be perfect.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

That's a great idea!

[@kjabber7245]

This is a long time after...but I have been using the landmine variation on raised platforms. It is true as stated here that the 45 pound plates are huge, so the platform is necessary. The main issue is I have to start in the squatted position to hook on. So my first movement is from squat to standing. I actually found it is not as hard if I use my hands on my knees as leverage to stand up the first time (or use handles or something else to hold on to to pull yourself up). Again, it is true as stated here that you solve one problem only to create another. But for someone who works out alone, it might be worth the effort.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Great explanation thanks for watching

[@mistuhfan]

Great idea, thanks mate.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem thank you for watching!

[@andrewgraves4337]

Ah this is a great idea! Thanks for posting.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thank you hope you enjoy it

[@aristolochene]

I like your stuff brother and your style

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thank you sir!

[@TrevorLeaSmith]

Fantastic breakdown. Thank you.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thank you glad you enjoyed it!

[@christianferreris9927]

Just got diagnosed with Degenerative disc disease, I have to move to belt squats. This video helped greatly. Cheers

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Glad I could help!

[@derrickhobbs8842]

This video is GOLD TIER! THANK, STRENGTH CLASSROOM!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

No problem brother!

[@memyselfandi2506]

One word… genius!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

That's my name

[@nickcosentino9476]

This is crazy! Thanks for the video!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks Nick. I am glad you liked it.

[@nickcosentino9476]

@@TheStrengthClassroom One tweak that you might want to try. Next time, utilize a safety strap instead of a j hook to support the far end of the barbell. This allows you to work in between two uprights and give you the option to use band pegs as handles. Thanks again for the great content!

[@bored58]

Thanks alot! Tested this out and it was perfect.

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Awesome! Thats what I like to hear brother.

[@TazawaTanks]

brilliant!

[@TheStrengthClassroom]

Thanks brotha!