Powerlifting equipment essentials. Please see following pics. Flat shoes: Go to any powerlifting meet and you’ll inevitably see a majority of lifters squatting and deadlifting in Chuck Taylors (i.e. Converse All Stars). Unlike running sneakers or other footwear with a raised heel, flat shoes such as Chuck Taylors allow the lifter to distribute weight through the backside of the foot and effectively “spread the floor apart.” Additionally, the bottoms of Chuck Taylors tend to be stickier than most shoes, which help to grip the floor and prevent the lifter from slipping. In regards to the bench press, flat shoes aren’t as advantageous, and many lifters (especially shorter ones) prefer sneakers with a raised heel in order to get more leg drive throughout the lift. Lifting belt: There has always been a great deal of controversy in regards to the use of lifting belts. The red belt is a tapered belt used in training for high reps, anything above 4 reps. The black belt is used in competitions and I wont own anything but a lever belt, easy in and out after a lift, and trust me when you lift a heavy squat you want to be able to release the belt as quickly as possible.
Posted on: Sat, 10 Jan 2015 04:33:46 +0000
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