Dip Belts
By admin on May 04, 2009 with Comments 0
All serious weight trainers know the importance of having the appropriate equipment necessary so that you get the most out of each and every workout.
A dip belt allows you to attach weights to your body while leaving your hands free to grasp. You are allowed more normal movement. By using a dip belt, you are doing a form of resistance training and are getting the great effects of gravity. You can build body mass, lose weight and have a much less chance of being injured with the use of a dip belt.
The dip belt is used to add resistance to pull-ups and knee and leg raises while hanging from a pull-up bar. The weight is suspended to the usually leather belt. Dip belts are also used in squatting exercises for those who want to workout the quadriceps with more weight without having to worry about compressing their spine or straining back muscles. The squats are done elevated, so that the suspended weight will dip much lower than the feet, which gives a wide range of motion.
Most better-quality dip belts have a padded back for comfort and a strong and adjustable chain to support the weight. The chain features a hook that you unhook and slide the free weight on. You can then use a dipping bar or machine to do dipping exercises or pull ups.
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