Master Your Fitness Game: In-Depth Gear Guides and Workout Tips by TuffWraps

How to Put on Knee Sleeves the Right Way

Knee sleeves are a must-have for many strength athletes, providing stability and compression during heavy lifts. Despite their benefits, putting on knee sleeves can be tricky.

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Lifting Straps vs. Lifting Hooks: Which One Do You Need?

If your grip strength is holding you back from lifting heavier weights or effectively targeting the right muscle groups, lifting straps and hooks can help. For most people, lifting straps are the superior choice. Although using them effectively requires some practice, they are more versatile, affordable, safer, and comfortable than lifting hooks.

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How to Clean Your Lifting Straps | Step-by-Step Guide

Lifting straps are essential for both pull and push days, especially if you enjoy heavy lifting. Keeping your lifting gear clean is crucial. Lifting straps see frequent use and can quickly become dirty and smelly.

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Should You Wear a Lifting Belt for Deadlifts? What the Experts Say

Lifting belts are one of the most talked-about pieces of fitness equipment. They provide support for your spine, core, and lower back, enabling you to lift heavier weights, particularly during deadlifts.

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man wearing lifting belt that pinches him

Why Does Your Lifting Belt Pinch You? 4 Reasons Why

When you begin using a lifting belt, you may experience frequent pinching and bruising on your stomach, mainly during squats. This issue is quite common among new lifters. The primary reasons for bruising while wearing a lifting belt are often attributed to its tightness or newness without proper breaking in, especially noticeable with thicker leather belts of 10mm or more.

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Knee Wraps vs. Knee Sleeves | Which Should You Use?

One of the most common challenges that people have is deciding between knee wraps and knee sleeves when it comes to providing support for their knees during workouts or on recovery days.

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Should You Squat Without a Belt? Beltless Squats Pros & Cons

Belts are invaluable in powerlifting, strongman events, and weightlifting contests. Yet, numerous athletes overlook their body's innate capacity to do squats without a weightlifting belt.

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What Size Lifting Belt Should I Get?

Optimizing performance and safety requires choosing the correct weightlifting belt size. Serious lifters use these belts to support their lower backs and maintain form during huge lifts.

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How to Measure Knee Sleeves for Lifting & Crossfit

In fitness and sports, individuals are always trying to protect their knees so that they can maximize their performance.

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Elbow Wraps vs. Elbow Sleeves

Whether you're hitting the gym for weightlifting sessions or engaging in sports, your elbows from potential injuries and the resulting discomfort are crucial. Fortunately, advancements in sports technology have introduced us to two critical protective accessories: elbow sleeves and elbow wraps. How do these items compare and contrast in terms of their features and benefits?

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Can You Use Lifting Straps for Pull-Ups? Yes, Here's How

Many wonder if lifting straps improves pull-up performance. They indeed help you focus on mind-muscle connection, time under stress, and pull-up range of motion by anchoring you to the pull-up bar. To maximize your pull-up lifting strap use, I'll provide extensive instructions, describe who should use them and who shouldn't, and outline crucial factors to consider when choosing straps

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man with weightlifting belt about to squat

The Pros and Cons of Lifting Belts

Debates often arise regarding the use of lifting belts. Some believe wearing a weightlifting belt can be beneficial, while others prefer to lift without a belt. In today’s article, we’ll be looking at the pros and cons of lifting belts.

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