In the way of
scientific research, countering information questions the validity
of back belts. Although, these bodybuilding aids are used to
prevent injury, certain physical fitness experts deem back belts
as the contributing cause of back injury. In an effort to demystify
the controversy of weight lifting with a back belt, the following
data is been compiled.
11-Facts on Back Belts
Back belts were designed to prevent back injuries by limiting
muscle activity and the range of motion.
Previous suffers of back pain are more apt to strap on a back
belt
Back belts are restricted in the effects of ensuring bodybuilders
to use the appropriate form to lift
Commonly, back belts offer little support when they are not
worn correctly
Trained athletes use back belts for different purposes than
occupational workers.
Bodybuilders or athletes use back belts to pick-up loads that
far exceed the weight their body was designed to lift.
Occupational workers wear back belts to prevent aggravating
a previous back injury to stabilize the spine and maximize intra-abdominal
pressure (IAP).
When intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) is increased it compensates
for weighty loads. The concept of increasing the IAP is the
controversial issue behind the use of back belts.
Increasing to compensate for a heavy load is Some research suggests
that increasing IAP may apply internal pressure to the spine
to stabilize it on the front side.
For a trained athlete the ability to apply force from the stomach
wall onto the leather belt may improve the IAP, making it an
asset to lifting Olympic-sized loads.
Prior to starting a weight
lifting program or using a back belt, exercisers should seek
the medical approval from a licensed physician.
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