WHEN TO USE A LIFTING BELT | Bracing & Breathing Tutorial

[@meganbearz]

so helpful! interested in more info on the pelvic floor and weightlifting

[@Megsquats]

More to come!

[@meganbearz]

@@Megsquats Yay!

[@StephanieKoathes]

Same!

[@lilianagonzalez2077]

You look amazing Meg! You are goals, goals, goals 🙌🏼 Thank you for this info, thank you for the inspo and please more on the pelvic floor. Thank you! ❤

[@guineawheat]

I used a belt for the first time today and it kept pinching my hip fat or digging into my pelvic bones... so, definitely a learning curve. I was actually looking for videos/guides while I was at the gym so this was very timely!

[@Megsquats]

Perfect timing! Yeah you'll definitely start to learn where works best for your body as you use it.

[@lostieaddict]

loving the energy you bring to these videos

[@Megsquats]

Thank you!!

[@extend]

Thank you! I just started wearing belts, and I'm still learning.

[@kdcridlpaw4852]

This answered so many of my questions! The can is a good analogy.

[@Megsquats]

I'm so glad!

[@CarolynnTulluck]

This was really helpful, thank you! I just got my first belt so this was great timing!

[@Megsquats]

Perfect timing! Happy to help!

[@ag5174]

Thanks! This was one of the best videos I’ve seen on breathing and lifting technique. The explanations were so clear! Can you explain when and why you should have the shoulders down and back and to what degree? Is this to maintain proper shoulder and back posture similar to engaging your core to maintain proper lower back posture? Would love your expertise on this.

[@Megsquats]

Thank you! Glad you liked it. Form cues are going to be different for each movement. I recommend looking at my channel for my how to videos (like how to squat, deadlift, etc.) for more specific form cues and posture.

[@ag5174]

@@Megsquats will do ty!

[@aliciagrant2370]

Do you ever plan on getting in anymore of the Velcro belts, I love the way yours is made😊

[@skateata1]

I just ordered the prong belt. I've neve used one so glad you share everything in this video!

[@melissamolina4158]

Great information! Thank you!

[@alissonfurman8203]

great video... super approachable and helpful.

[@Megsquats]

Glad you liked it

[@roco5164]

So informative Meg, keep it coming even with the science experiments😊.

[@according2shi715]

This was goooodddd. Thanksss. The can analogy. The breathing maneuver 😊

[@mikec1945]

Great video. Funny too

[@janetgroves2220]

Best explanation I have heard. Thanks

[@Reppintimefitness]

I need that first belt 😩 and the second with the lever

[@togepoof2527]

I watched this before I went to the gym and applied the breathing technique and holy sht it made a whole lot of difference. I basically pr on my squat and deadlifts thanks to this video

[@andreaaguirre3741]

Thank you for providing informative videos!

[@toddie3910]

My belt has arrived today!!!!🎉 Can't wait to try it out at my next workout 😊

[@stephaniegueiros5625]

Thank you for being so didactic, you are helping me a lot in my new journey of getting jacked 🎉😂❤

[@Megsquats]

You got this!

[@audreybellerose2811]

Great video! I learned so much from watching it

[@JerrTheHooman]

This was so helpful! I've been lifting for about 7 years now without a belt but now I feel like I actually "know what I'm doing" and actually know how to brace for lifts now so I'm going heavier and heavier these days and kinda getting to the point of, can I still brace my core under this load? Yes, but only properly for 3 of these 5 reps. My legs can move it but my core is fatigued, maybe I should slap a belt on for a little support to get those last 2 reps without sacrificing form

[@kaelabailey5741]

Ummmm your outfits are always a vibe. Love ya

[@emreads]

Addition to the Pelvic Floor topic: anyone with a uterus can also really benefit from learning pelvic floor training. I have endo and learning PV training helped my period pain and lifts haha

[@Megsquats]

100%

[@DigitalResurrection]

Yes it’s very important for women to learn how to strengthen their pelvic floor, but I’ve also heard the advice given to men. So it’s beneficial for everyone.

[@emreads]

@@DigitalResurrection yes there is no denying that anyone can benefit. Just mentioning that it can help people with debilitating periods feel better. There is no exclusion just additional personal information

[@_irenepark]

Oh meg, I feel like we’d be best friends. Love the humor throughout the video❤️

[@Megsquats]

Thank you!

[@rickhammel9541]

I had a velcro one I loved until it popped off mid lift. Have a Pioneer lever belt on the way!

[@PhilautiaStorge]

Your arms!!!❤❤❤

[@brendakirk7250]

Thanks. I do like the Velcro belt idea to get the exact right size. I tried using a community belt at my gym and one set of holes was too big and I couldn’t bra rat all and the the next size hole down was a bit too tight digging in under my ribs. Even without a belt I rarely do heavyweight because of concerns of pissing myself.

[@Megsquats]

That's one of the great things about velcro belts for sure.

[@ozzy6162]

I've seen velcro belts come off when squatting - got to keep them in good condition. Pioneer have brought out a leather belt where the bottom row of holes are between the positions of the top row of holes - so there's only half an inch of tightening to do compared to previously an inch when both rows of holes were in line with each other.

[@lizzypicardi]

Great video Meg! Thanks for the share.

[@Megsquats]

Thanks for watching!

[@deepasampathkumar]

She is amazing. Could some one suggest a channel for total beginners who dont even understand what is glutes or quad muscles? Also a channel for Someone who is getting better after pregnancy

[@RoblesLift]

Idk if anyone has asked but was heaviko’s name at all inspired by the brand eleiko? Seems pretty similar and within the same scene.

[@Reppintimefitness]

I only wear on my top sets

[@thealafond]

Question for you. Wondering if I should wear a belt or no. I’m not a power lifter at all, I train for fun/health but only do weight lifting. I try to be very conscious on my form while doing RDL but somehow I keep injuring my lower back every 3-4 weeks. I’m only doing 90lbs RDL and don’t wanna go higher cause I feel like the pressure/weight goes straight to my lower back when I put on more weight. Now that I know how to properly use a belt (thanks to you vid) , do you think it could help at all? At least to make sure I keep a good form and get the load off my lower back?

[@mmsimpson333]

She is so proud of her experiment 😀🧪

[@queenlybb21]

Can wear belt while running

[@uttamkalika597]

I have Spondylolisthesis so whenever i do something which leaves my back open or without any support i use belt. Even something like lat pull down

[@Sarebearbear]

I love science class with Meg 🤓😂 🥫

[@Megsquats]

That should be my next series. 😂

[@brittneymarie1529]

Haha the Maxx Chewning "you just met her" 🤣

[@Megsquats]

😂

[@josephgerichs6891]

Gotta love Bill Nie The Science Guy! 😂

[@mmsimpson333]

I use the Valsalvo method unbeknownst to me there's a word for it.

[@daniellebaxter4504]

Haha the bill nye moment ❤😂

[@aparajitasingh2905]

Thank God I saw your video! I’m short too and I thought there was something wrong with me when I couldn’t wear my belt over my navel 🥲

[@Lew699]

This was a very helpful video , i shall now go and destroy myself in the gym ! 🤝

[@henarhernandez4960]

Love the video! A lot to work on but it will worth it! Thaaanx🤘🏽🦾🦾🦾🦾