What do I need? Weightlifting Belt or Powerlifting Belt

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Differences Between Powerlifting vs Weightlifting
Belts
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• Both the belts may look quite similar at the
  first look, however, there are a few differences
  depending on the use. Powerlifting belts are used
  to mainly lift the heaviest of the weights
  by squatting, deadlifting, or benching, whereas
  in weightlifting, the process is much faster as
  you snatch the weight from the ground to overhead
  and back. 

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• As many people cannot differentiate between
  powerlifting and weightlifting, these two forms
  create significant differences in the training
  process and the exercises performed. So, the
  belts differ from each other as well. Your choice
  is going to depend on your requirements, so lets
  uncover that mystery and get started

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Design of the Belts

• Powerlifting belts have the same width all the
  way around which is normally around 4 inches.
  This width remains consistent in order to provide
  powerlifters equal support throughout their
  torso. Moreover, powerlifting bells help lifters
  create 360 degrees of tension around their torso,
  so they can easily squat and deadlift at the same
  time.

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• Weightlifting belts, on the other hand, are
  tapered in their design. They are normally 46
  inches wide in the back and 3-4 inches wide in
  the front. The reason for the tapered design is
  to allow the weightlifter to move his hips a bit
  more freely and attain clean lifting jerks.

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Thickness of the Belts

• The thickness of your belt, be it a powerlifting
  belt or a weightlifting belt, can make or break
  your workout session!
• Powerlifting bells range from 10 mm to 13 mm in
  thickness. The 10 mm thickness is the most
  commonly available one on the market and it
  provides enough rigidity to perform a workout
  without any hindrance. 

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• Similarly, weightlifting bells also vary in their
  thickness but they never go beyond 11 mm. The
  most commonly available thickness of
  weightlifting belts is 5 mm. However, in the case
  of leather models thickness is not always
  advertised.

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Shield for Back

• Weight lifting belts support the back as there
  are more chances of injuries due to faster
  lifting. They are made to provide cushioning at
  the back and are flexible enough to offer safety
  for the back muscles when the weight is put back
  down. 
• Powerlifting belts keep the spine safe and
  protected by keeping the belt tangled rigidly
  with the spine.

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• This process creates abdominal pressure and is
  essential for powerlifters for squats. The
  stiffness of this belt protects the body from any
  damage. You can check out some of the best weight
  lifting belts here.

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