This channels blown up. It literally had like 5000 subs a few months ago. well done Brian, you are definitely one of the best fitness creators and my personal favourite.
Brandon Campbell Diamond Ayyyyy my boy Brandon stopping by and showing love. Damn yo I'd like this video again but I already liked it even before watching lol.
I was literally just looking at belts / straps online and was about to look through your videos to remember which ones you have. Youre a psychic, man. The timing of these videos is always perfect.
Even if u know a lot of this knowledge this video is just nice to watch, kinda like making a check list in my head while I listen to u, keep it up man!
Thank you so much for this very informative post! Most importantly thank you for the clean language!!! You show that you can speak intelligently without vulgarity and understand that impressionable young people watch this information! God bless
Mano, oque você acha sobre o knee wraps? No meu caso comprei uma knee sleeve para evitar os varios estalos que meus joelhos fazem agachando com o próprio peso do corpo mesmo. E tipo, ja fez varios aquecimentos específicos mas ainda ss continua. Estava pensando em pegar esses wraps para usar nos agachamentos com 150kg, que geralmente eu busco fazer até 5 repetições. Você acha uma boa idéia? Tenho artrite e lúpus tbm, por isso creio que algo mais apertado e com mais compressão ajudaria.
You mention you broke your back twice but you still do strongman and lift heavy. I recently got microdiscetomy surgery to fix a herniated disc(L4s1, herniation is ten years old not lifitng related) in my lower back. doc says I should never deadlift, squat, or overhead press again...or flip a tire, or farmers walk or anything awesome. Just use isolation machines at the gym he said. How did you feel coming back from the injury you had and/or do you have any training clients or members at your gym that have come back from herniated discs how did they hold up? having recently had surgery I have a bunch of time to watch your channel and it kicks ass, also why I'm posting this question because you seem to always respond to comments on your channel which is super cool. Also anyone else reading this chime in if you have any experience with it.
fred c My back didnt require surgery, but I have recovered twice from disc problems. First was a disc buldge which after a couple months of chiro and lots of stretching I recovered. Second was a little worse, but was again a bulging disc. It took 3 months of chiro and some physio combined with a lot of stretching at home. I lost some function in my left foot for about 2 months, but am now back to 100%. It takes time, and all you can do is focus on recovering. Everyone is different, but you can heal with time. Keep your head up, and youll be back to it! Good luck
Everyone will be slightly different, and many doctors prefer to err on the side of caution. I would highly recommend taking it slow for a good long while in recovery, don't rush to put strain on your back, but I think eventually you might want to get the opinion of other medical professionals, we don't know your exact situation but a sports physiotherapist, for example, might be a bit more proactive. I never had corrective surgery for my slipping discs (surgery for the condition alone is controversial, hence why multiple opinions matters, it's a quicker recovery but many think surgery for a bulging disc isn't necessary and may cause damage in the long run). I spent many years in recovery, but that did eventually lead to laziness, which wasn't helping. lifting, for myself, is actually what helped me as it provided core strength that was seriously neglected, I've been essentially back pain free for some time. If you do go the lifting route, use a belt more often than others in the gym no matter what they might say, I think light weight is fine but for my own usage, going over 225 on squats it's not worth the risk. Deadlifts, if performed right, I think we're the greatest thing for my back. unlike a squat, the weight is not compressing your spine, but solid bracing is a MUST (so check your ego), which is what really helps strengthen the core. I'd say use a belt going 60% of your max, and maybe even get a Velcro belt for lighter weights, that's what I did, even used them for curls and stuff early on, it's really spine instability that puts you at the most risk, idgaf what others say, it helped protect my spine for sure early on. But start with the machine rehab and take it slow, it might be a year or even years to get back to lifting properly. Keep in mind doctors "orders" are opinions and recommendations, they often know what they're talking about but aren't always correct, and they do err on the side of caution since they don't actually know you (they have no idea if you're some tool that uses horrible form, flings around the weights and goofs off while lifting, and most people they see fall in that category).
I dislocated a vertebra in my lower back twice in high school for no discernible reason, and have had some other minor lower back issues since then. The only thing it's changed is that I have to be a lot pickier with my form, since I know that bad form on heavy squats/deads is a recipe for aggravating that issue, but in reality shouldn't we be super picky about our form anyway if we want to stay healthy? Let's be honest, most doctors aren't experienced weightlifters, and while they're great in their field they don't necessarily know what you're capable of later on. If you want to get back in the gym, take it slow, take it easy, be super diligent about your form, and PAY ATTENTION to your body. You might never squat 500kg, but there's no reason you shouldn't be able to still enjoy your gym time after a while.
I had had low back pain when I was 16-19 years old and I had a couple of bulging discs although the bulges were probably not the reason of pain at the time. That was also the time just before I started doing "fitness". As my core strenght improved (it was very poor at the beginning), the pain improved a lot. I used to have the pain from time to time and when I started lifting seriously (the real thing with the barbell) almost a year ago, the pain improved even more and it's virtually gone now. Long story short; core strength helps a LOT. Also, as a physician, although I don't know your exact situation and I'm not a specialist, I don't agree with your doctor. If you can't ever pick up things from the floor, squat, put things in places above your head, carry things, you shouldn't be doing anything then. How is that life? At this point you should consider if the doctor's knowledgeable enough in strength training. As we all know, for instance, deadlift gets an unwarranted bad name when in fact it's one of the few best exercises a human can do. You should get opinions from other specialists. And of course, you shouldn't give up. After all, this is the comment section of a video from a beast who says he broke his back twice and continues to throw hundreds of pounds all over the place.
mark bells products truly are of the highest quality and worth every dollar. i have had knee wraps, compression cuffs, straps and the slingshot(red) for two years now and lift 5 days a week and they are still taking the beating. the shoutout is well deserved.
I had wanted to ask this question, then I realised I love wearing my SBD elbow sleeves so I don't think about it and just wear them. My compression cuffs on the other hand... Hate them, but they're a necessary evil when somethings flare up. Definite incentive to get and stay healthy!
I had to get a belt because lifting is my second sport. Being a lacrosse goalie I need my back to stay tight and not hurt in my stance. Greatly helped me go heavy in all my lifts
You really are an inspiration, ridiculous strong and just stay humble. I've experienced the PR highs, and thanks for helping stay in check. A man with your strength stays humble, then so should i.
Always look forward to your videos. Being about the same age it's awesome that you hold the belief to only move forward, only get stronger; we're at that age everyone else is saying slow down, you're past your prime and we say "no sir, it's just the beginning."
I love my slingshot for bench. Mark Bell had a video on it and showed how to use it. When you get to almost 60 anything I can do to help protect myself is required. Thanks for review, your da best.
I like finding videos like this after I've already figured out my own system, makes me feel like I'm on the right track. I'm 152 pounds, and when I'm deadlifting over 275 for reps, I use straps. It's an entirely different exercise if I'm struggling with grip vs not, I'm guessing it's also a safety issue. I do try to NOT use them as long as possible to train my grip, but there's a point where I need to get the muscles in question, stronger, not just my grip. Good video, thank you.
Finally the week can start with Brian's video!!! Thanks so much for the ever valuable info man! I have been lifting for 6 months now and the only investment was rehband shin protections for deadlifts and straps for heavy deadlifts only (near 1RM weight). For the rest I am planning on going natural the longest, even though weights are starting to get heavy quickly after running your linear progression program!!! The results are simply awesome !!!! Thanks buddy!!!
I guess I'm one of those 99.99% guys in regards to belt. But that was not the belt per se or its capacity to help me lift. It was because I've been deadlifting without it since I started but after reaching a 550lbs deadlift I wanted to start utilizeing a belt. I've been using it only in some strongman events like to yoke and such, but never in the deadlift. It just became a thing. So when I started using it I struggeled with like 450lbs, which I without a belt could manage to do something like 10 reps on. This was of course due to my lack of experience with a belt so I felt that my form went to hell. Slowly I got used to it and now I feel that it really helps me pull bigger. I think a big point is that the belt is something you also have to learn to use in order to get the best out of it! Maybe you covered that in this video as well... I was not paying attention.. I have the yokeflue from todays session.. so... Great video though! This quickly became my favourite strengthchannel a while back and I'm glad to see your subscriber count go up every day. You deserve it man! Cheers from Sweden! (Hence some spelling errors maybe..)
few days ago i tried a 3 rep pr for squat. now, i saw a belt lying around and tried it for the first time and holy shit that pr just became a working set. belt is damn good.
I need knee sleeves, I’m always squatting and using my legs and I always have some sort of knee pain sometimes, old people knees, plus I’ve been squatting for years.
Yea man! i have had the ability with my new camera for a while now, but the rendering and upload takes so long that sometimes it isn't worth it, sadly.
I look at a lot of this stuff as remedial tools to allow you to gain strength. What that mean? Well your core might be weak and you need to use a belt to get to the next deadlift, but I dont train with the belt on, I use it to push through. My core is obviously what is holding up progress else where and the extra support allows me to push through.
Totally agree - sick of these heros saying they are for weak people, Im 58yrs old and I dont GAF what others think - if I want to protect myself and be sensible and lift without injuries then I will use straps/belts whatever it takes :)
I totally agree 100% with you. Im 45 and safety matters to me. I lift for longevity not for ego. If people think wrist straps and belts arent cool that's their problem.
I had a groin hernia from lifting and BJJ and a belt around the waist is probably not going to prevent that, perhaps it would prevent an abdominal hernia. I wear these truss belts under my compression shorts that keep constant pressure on both sides of the groin that I got from amazon to continue lifting and martial arts, i have no plan to get the surgery. If I could do it over again, I would wear one as a preventative measure, it keeps intestine from getting pushed out through your muscle and causing a tear or making an existing tear worse. I can pretty much do anything while I'm wearing it and there is no bulge when I take it off, the only drawback is that the straps are uncomfortable on the skin for extended use.
I'm 41 years old, but my body doesn't feel or perform any worse than it did when I was 25, for the most part. I use a belt more often than I used to, primarily because I squat and deadlift more weight than I did when I was younger, and I also use elbow sleeves because I tend to get epicondylitis easier, but I've never needed knee sleeves. I wish more manufacturers made long elbow sleeves like the ones Mark sent you. The ones I have feel way too short.
I typically work out on base which restricts the use of chalk. BUT! they do provide Dry Hands for free at request which personally I feel works better than chalk. so for those of you who are stuck in a chalk free gym go pick up some dry hands
Brian, i lift weights since almost 2 years, and i've noticed that protein and fat are by far the macronutrients thats make me feel better, but i cant say the same about carbs. The problem is that i'm still a novice lifter and i havent so much muscle mass. Should i eat more carbs in order to progress? Thanks man awesome content!!!
It is going to vary from person to person. i don't need to but many people do. You are going to have to trial and error this one out my friend! Wish i could help more!
Even the barbell and the training itself is a tool at the end of the day lifting is going to keep evolving just like everything else and things like sleeves are just a part of that people shouldn't have an aversion to using these things when it makes logical sense and can help them I think people forget what lifting is it's a tool to improve the body lifting itself doesn't have absolute parameters where if you deviate away from them you aren't technically lifting or training as long as it helps you improve it's all good.
So I'm only 16, but I'm starting to have major elbow issues. My elbows have always clicked but lately my right elbow has been hurting and swollen and my right arm is lower than my left when I press because of the elbow. It hurts so bad that at the end of a push workout I have to cut it short because I cant finish. Should I get loose elbow sleeves?
There are 2 sanctioning bodies: Strongman Corporation that runs the majority of shows and then United States Strongman who is growing slowly but steadily. Neither is tested. It kind of sucks, but people don't want to see regular people do strongman, they want to see inhuman weights moved fast. So it puts butts in seats. i wouldn't expect that to change anytime soon. Some individual contests will run drug tests but often they are too expensive for the promoters to afford.
Is it dumb to hope a lifting knee sleeve might help the ache in my knee when I ride a motorcycle?? It's only my left knee and it bothers the hell out of me. It doesn't bother me DURING lifting but definitely after, and flares up when I ride...
Another great video Brian! But what about shin protection? Mine are bleeding frequently when I do deadlifts. Special socks for weightlifters seem to be pretty rare and expensive, so I thought about soccer shin guards.
Yeah man! ... That's one thing I would possibly change if I could shake some sense into my younger self, to wear every bit of safety gear/protection some guy my current age told me to!
Never use a condom, though: the gym needs more members. You first have to spot a female -- on invitation only. A 101 video on that might be forthcoming. Or another video on bear attacks and what to do in such a calamity. Wear every protection possible on the soft tissues, to prevent mauling, multi-ply. If it's a circus bear, use the circus dumbbell somehow. Video explanation badly needed.
great video , I just would like to ask if you could suggest some knee sleeves or raps for a injured knee ( meniscus injury from knee dislocation while climbing ) I am looking for something I could use for squats and long climbing session to make my knee stable . many thanks
whats about lifting shoes ? whats your toughts of then? (maybe i missed one video were you talk about then). Never considered buying a pair but a friend of mine was talking about it and thinking about buying it.
Brian, I want to let you know I appreciate you, and everything you are doing right now. I have a question... Shoes: (If I can't afford squat shoes) converse? or regular running shoes? does it even really matter?
Brian, as of yet I have no elbow or knee pain however my weights are increasing. A lot of my work is now in the 300's for bench and 500's for skwats. Would you advise investing in a pair or would you wait until issues start to arise and treat them accordingly? Im 19 years old if that makes a difference.
Could I ask your preference with the SBDs with the Strong knee sleeves? Ive seen a few reviews so far, comparing them - just curious to hear yours :) I currently have a pair of SBDs (comp fit). Im looking to get a new pair for training as a regular fit, either another pair of SBDs or the Strongs. I dont really need them - but we all like new toys haha
I have both and have used both extensively and I can honestly say I like the Strong sleeves better. I feel like they are just a touch more aggressive than the SBD's.
gnatsknackers hi pal I got a single prong 13mm belt from powerhouseperformance (UK site) for about £30 if I remember correctly. It is a very good belt once you've broken it in, but you definitely need to break it in as it was uncomfortable for the first month or so. Quite a nice design in black and red and get the feeling they appreciate every sale as I got a handwritten note when it was delivered. Hope this helps
also, I just checked the site and its on offer for £25 not £30 but for knee sleeves I bought the STrong black ones brian was on about in the video and my god I love them. happy lifting man
yeah I only got them because I had some birthday money and a small bonus from work in the same weekend although I fully agree £70 is far more than I would've paid.
Why is it that deadlifting world records are done with a rounded back, do those people always train with a rounded back or do they just do it when attempting a world record so they can lift heavier weight and hope they don't get injured?
Sometimes what you are seeing is not as rounded back as you think but huge effectors. And everyone rounds a bit on a PR. If you don't then you had more in the tank. Just gotta keep it in check so you don't hurt yourself.
There's a comprehensive guide on belts here: forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=161954423 It's actually a great resource. I have an inzer lever belt & titan longhorn belt (look it up, really unique, easy to use design). I'll probably end up getting a Best Belts or a belt from Bob's Belts (not sure yet.)
Elbow/knee sleeves almost all the time, every training session. Wrist wraps over 75% of the pressing 1rm. Belt for anything moving or over 60% of a pull/OHP/squat 1rm. Wrist straps over 315 on deads, unless I'm prepping for a pl meet.
Nah man i would wait. You have better things to spend your money on if you are a beginner. They really don't help as much as people make them out to be.
This is good stuff. But you could have explained the belt part a bit more visually. I mean, I just did my tutorial for example today about how to brace your abs into the belt, and I tried to show it too. Now I'm nowhere near your level obviously. But still, I think my one goes a bit more in depth and might be a bit easier to visualize. I'm not gonna link it below, so this comment is not considered as spam. But if u're interested, u can see it on my channel as it's the most recent one out of many other videos.
my college gym doesn't allow us to carry bags inside the gym for some stupid reason... luckily we can carry stuff we want. Just not in a bag. so I'm always moving around the gym trying to make sure all my stuff doesn't fall out of my hands... lacrosse ball, chalk , belt, pullup belt, and other things. don't know why I can't just bring a bag for it all though.
Great Video, cant do my squats without a belt and knee sleeves, use the slingshot from super training. I was taught that using the belt should be really for making sure your backs in shape. It should not do much for your brace. I tend to concentrate more with the belt.
Hey Brian, I know your subs have skyrocketed since I started watching, so you might not read this, but if you DO, consider checking out a post entitled "Fitness Music" on my page. Another subscriber of yours and I had the same thought of including you in one of my videos, which many times highlight the work and contributions of TH-cam fitness personalities (other videos poke fun or are completely unrelated). In any case, I am a huge fan, and am glad to have found your channel when I did. Peace!
If your gym doesn't allow chalk.. find a better gym.
Carver i workout at the YMCA because they have great child minding for my 3 kids. No chalk though. Boo
@@paigethefarrier6243 liquid chalk?
This channels blown up. It literally had like 5000 subs a few months ago. well done Brian, you are definitely one of the best fitness creators and my personal favourite.
Another solid video. GIVE THIS MAN A LIKE.
Brandon Campbell Diamond Ayyyyy my boy Brandon stopping by and showing love. Damn yo I'd like this video again but I already liked it even before watching lol.
Hahaha thanks fellas!
Brandon Campbell Diamond I've liked the video before I've watched it because Brian = quality content. (Will watch it later)
well then do a fucking collab bro
Collab would definitely be dope. SQUAT SESSION.
I was literally just looking at belts / straps online and was about to look through your videos to remember which ones you have. Youre a psychic, man. The timing of these videos is always perfect.
Hahah thanks man!
Even if u know a lot of this knowledge this video is just nice to watch, kinda like making a check list in my head while I listen to u, keep it up man!
Thanks so much man!
Thank you so much for this very informative post! Most importantly thank you for the clean language!!! You show that you can speak intelligently without vulgarity and understand that impressionable young people watch this information! God bless
Awesome video as always!! Thank you for every knowledge you give us. Greetings from Brazil.
Thank you so much man!
Mano, oque você acha sobre o knee wraps? No meu caso comprei uma knee sleeve para evitar os varios estalos que meus joelhos fazem agachando com o próprio peso do corpo mesmo. E tipo, ja fez varios aquecimentos específicos mas ainda ss continua. Estava pensando em pegar esses wraps para usar nos agachamentos com 150kg, que geralmente eu busco fazer até 5 repetições. Você acha uma boa idéia? Tenho artrite e lúpus tbm, por isso creio que algo mais apertado e com mais compressão ajudaria.
You mention you broke your back twice but you still do strongman and lift heavy. I recently got microdiscetomy surgery to fix a herniated disc(L4s1, herniation is ten years old not lifitng related) in my lower back. doc says I should never deadlift, squat, or overhead press again...or flip a tire, or farmers walk or anything awesome. Just use isolation machines at the gym he said. How did you feel coming back from the injury you had and/or do you have any training clients or members at your gym that have come back from herniated discs how did they hold up? having recently had surgery I have a bunch of time to watch your channel and it kicks ass, also why I'm posting this question because you seem to always respond to comments on your channel which is super cool. Also anyone else reading this chime in if you have any experience with it.
fred c
My back didnt require surgery, but I have recovered twice from disc problems. First was a disc buldge which after a couple months of chiro and lots of stretching I recovered.
Second was a little worse, but was again a bulging disc. It took 3 months of chiro and some physio combined with a lot of stretching at home. I lost some function in my left foot for about 2 months, but am now back to 100%.
It takes time, and all you can do is focus on recovering. Everyone is different, but you can heal with time. Keep your head up, and youll be back to it! Good luck
Right on man, well I made a video explaining it called "Dealing with injuries" that may help you out man! I hope you feel better soon!
Everyone will be slightly different, and many doctors prefer to err on the side of caution. I would highly recommend taking it slow for a good long while in recovery, don't rush to put strain on your back, but I think eventually you might want to get the opinion of other medical professionals, we don't know your exact situation but a sports physiotherapist, for example, might be a bit more proactive.
I never had corrective surgery for my slipping discs (surgery for the condition alone is controversial, hence why multiple opinions matters, it's a quicker recovery but many think surgery for a bulging disc isn't necessary and may cause damage in the long run). I spent many years in recovery, but that did eventually lead to laziness, which wasn't helping. lifting, for myself, is actually what helped me as it provided core strength that was seriously neglected, I've been essentially back pain free for some time. If you do go the lifting route, use a belt more often than others in the gym no matter what they might say, I think light weight is fine but for my own usage, going over 225 on squats it's not worth the risk.
Deadlifts, if performed right, I think we're the greatest thing for my back. unlike a squat, the weight is not compressing your spine, but solid bracing is a MUST (so check your ego), which is what really helps strengthen the core. I'd say use a belt going 60% of your max, and maybe even get a Velcro belt for lighter weights, that's what I did, even used them for curls and stuff early on, it's really spine instability that puts you at the most risk, idgaf what others say, it helped protect my spine for sure early on. But start with the machine rehab and take it slow, it might be a year or even years to get back to lifting properly. Keep in mind doctors "orders" are opinions and recommendations, they often know what they're talking about but aren't always correct, and they do err on the side of caution since they don't actually know you (they have no idea if you're some tool that uses horrible form, flings around the weights and goofs off while lifting, and most people they see fall in that category).
I dislocated a vertebra in my lower back twice in high school for no discernible reason, and have had some other minor lower back issues since then. The only thing it's changed is that I have to be a lot pickier with my form, since I know that bad form on heavy squats/deads is a recipe for aggravating that issue, but in reality shouldn't we be super picky about our form anyway if we want to stay healthy?
Let's be honest, most doctors aren't experienced weightlifters, and while they're great in their field they don't necessarily know what you're capable of later on. If you want to get back in the gym, take it slow, take it easy, be super diligent about your form, and PAY ATTENTION to your body. You might never squat 500kg, but there's no reason you shouldn't be able to still enjoy your gym time after a while.
I had had low back pain when I was 16-19 years old and I had a couple of bulging discs although the bulges were probably not the reason of pain at the time. That was also the time just before I started doing "fitness". As my core strenght improved (it was very poor at the beginning), the pain improved a lot. I used to have the pain from time to time and when I started lifting seriously (the real thing with the barbell) almost a year ago, the pain improved even more and it's virtually gone now. Long story short; core strength helps a LOT.
Also, as a physician, although I don't know your exact situation and I'm not a specialist, I don't agree with your doctor. If you can't ever pick up things from the floor, squat, put things in places above your head, carry things, you shouldn't be doing anything then. How is that life? At this point you should consider if the doctor's knowledgeable enough in strength training. As we all know, for instance, deadlift gets an unwarranted bad name when in fact it's one of the few best exercises a human can do. You should get opinions from other specialists. And of course, you shouldn't give up. After all, this is the comment section of a video from a beast who says he broke his back twice and continues to throw hundreds of pounds all over the place.
mark bells products truly are of the highest quality and worth every dollar. i have had knee wraps, compression cuffs, straps and the slingshot(red) for two years now and lift 5 days a week and they are still taking the beating. the shoutout is well deserved.
I really do like them the best as well man!
I had wanted to ask this question, then I realised I love wearing my SBD elbow sleeves so I don't think about it and just wear them.
My compression cuffs on the other hand... Hate them, but they're a necessary evil when somethings flare up. Definite incentive to get and stay healthy!
Absolutely man!
You have a knack for this TH-cam stuff. Your videos are great. You even make sense a bit more often than every now and then
I had to get a belt because lifting is my second sport. Being a lacrosse goalie I need my back to stay tight and not hurt in my stance. Greatly helped me go heavy in all my lifts
👏👍 THE FACT THAT YOU
ARE OFFERING SUGGESTIONS THAT IS MEANT TO PREVENT INJURIES IS GREAT 👍
*goes to hit self with hammer* I havent used lifting straps or sleeves yet. I just got my belt last month. This video came at a perfect time!
Hahaha save the hammer!
You really are an inspiration, ridiculous strong and just stay humble. I've experienced the PR highs, and thanks for helping stay in check. A man with your strength stays humble, then so should i.
Always look forward to your videos. Being about the same age it's awesome that you hold the belief to only move forward, only get stronger; we're at that age everyone else is saying slow down, you're past your prime and we say "no sir, it's just the beginning."
Hahah i completely agree man!
I love my slingshot for bench. Mark Bell had a video on it and showed how to use it. When you get to almost 60 anything I can do to help protect myself is required. Thanks for review, your da best.
Completely agree man, gotta take care of your body!
I like finding videos like this after I've already figured out my own system, makes me feel like I'm on the right track. I'm 152 pounds, and when I'm deadlifting over 275 for reps, I use straps. It's an entirely different exercise if I'm struggling with grip vs not, I'm guessing it's also a safety issue. I do try to NOT use them as long as possible to train my grip, but there's a point where I need to get the muscles in question, stronger, not just my grip. Good video, thank you.
This is the only channel that I will drop everything I'm doing to watch.
Thank you so much!
Started following you a week ago and I'm wondering to my self where the heck have you been??? Great Channel
love your videos! Next time I'm visiting my family in Eldersburg I'll have to come check out neversate
Reason i now use all this. Old age is finally setting in. I used to never use any of this stuff, but just can't avoid injuries.
Still don't have a belt and I've been lifting for 14 years. I dunno, maybe I'm just a cheap fuck.
i was like that as well man!
Bob Johnson fuck belts the good ones theyre expensive lol
MAY THE CREATOR BLESS YOU BROTHER. dude you deserve one of the best information for training. Thank you again. Powerful dude. Peace
You too dude!
Finally the week can start with Brian's video!!!
Thanks so much for the ever valuable info man!
I have been lifting for 6 months now and the only investment was rehband shin protections for deadlifts and straps for heavy deadlifts only (near 1RM weight).
For the rest I am planning on going natural the longest, even though weights are starting to get heavy quickly after running your linear progression program!!! The results are simply awesome !!!!
Thanks buddy!!!
That is awesome man! Hold out as long as you can safely!
I guess I'm one of those 99.99% guys in regards to belt. But that was not the belt per se or its capacity to help me lift. It was because I've been deadlifting without it since I started but after reaching a 550lbs deadlift I wanted to start utilizeing a belt. I've been using it only in some strongman events like to yoke and such, but never in the deadlift. It just became a thing.
So when I started using it I struggeled with like 450lbs, which I without a belt could manage to do something like 10 reps on.
This was of course due to my lack of experience with a belt so I felt that my form went to hell. Slowly I got used to it and now I feel that it really helps me pull bigger. I think a big point is that the belt is something you also have to learn to use in order to get the best out of it! Maybe you covered that in this video as well... I was not paying attention.. I have the yokeflue from todays session.. so...
Great video though! This quickly became my favourite strengthchannel a while back and I'm glad to see your subscriber count go up every day. You deserve it man!
Cheers from Sweden! (Hence some spelling errors maybe..)
Very interesting. Cool video !!
I have really bad back issues so I just started using a belt all the time I’m only 22 but I have had several bad motorcycle accidents
Ha ha. LET'S DO THIS! I had to go back and pause the video just to see all of that glory.
Hahah that was a lot of time to set that joke up!
few days ago i tried a 3 rep pr for squat. now, i saw a belt lying around and tried it for the first time and holy shit that pr just became a working set. belt is damn good.
sling shot is the best! i recently bought a few of their products, love them too much :D
Hahah they are great!
Thanks for the great video, actually asked you all about this information about a week ago, just didn't see this at the time. Keep up the motivation!
I'm 39 and have degenerative back disease and bad knees from my Military service. I wear a belt and knee sleeves.
I need knee sleeves, I’m always squatting and using my legs and I always have some sort of knee pain sometimes, old people knees, plus I’ve been squatting for years.
Brian you've gone 4k!!! I've popped a Manx flag in the post for you too. Great video!
Yea man! i have had the ability with my new camera for a while now, but the rendering and upload takes so long that sometimes it isn't worth it, sadly.
I am so old that just doing reps with the protective gear gets me pumped.
Excellent video bro!!!
I look at a lot of this stuff as remedial tools to allow you to gain strength.
What that mean? Well your core might be weak and you need to use a belt to get to the next deadlift, but I dont train with the belt on, I use it to push through. My core is obviously what is holding up progress else where and the extra support allows me to push through.
Totally agree - sick of these heros saying they are for weak people, Im 58yrs old and I dont GAF what others think - if I want to protect myself and be sensible and lift without injuries then I will use straps/belts whatever it takes :)
I totally agree 100% with you. Im 45 and safety matters to me. I lift for longevity not for ego. If people think wrist straps and belts arent cool that's their problem.
Best video on this topic . Good job bro 🔥
Bro your vids are on fire. Love your style and please keep going (y)
Wow, I literally just bought some knee sleeves and then this video comes out. Brian can you read my mind?
Is there anything he can't do!?
The answer is no.
Yes, yes i did.
I had a groin hernia from lifting and BJJ and a belt around the waist is probably not going to prevent that, perhaps it would prevent an abdominal hernia.
I wear these truss belts under my compression shorts that keep constant pressure on both sides of the groin that I got from amazon to continue lifting and martial arts, i have no plan to get the surgery.
If I could do it over again, I would wear one as a preventative measure, it keeps intestine from getting pushed out through your muscle and causing a tear or making an existing tear worse.
I can pretty much do anything while I'm wearing it and there is no bulge when I take it off, the only drawback is that the straps are uncomfortable on the skin for extended use.
I'm 41 years old, but my body doesn't feel or perform any worse than it did when I was 25, for the most part. I use a belt more often than I used to, primarily because I squat and deadlift more weight than I did when I was younger, and I also use elbow sleeves because I tend to get epicondylitis easier, but I've never needed knee sleeves. I wish more manufacturers made long elbow sleeves like the ones Mark sent you. The ones I have feel way too short.
I loled so hard when he had all of those straps on haha, good stuff
Glad to see your channel booming Brian! Been watching you from the start. Keep the videos coming. Content is always great. 👌🏻
Thanks so much brother!
I typically work out on base which restricts the use of chalk. BUT! they do provide Dry Hands for free at request which personally I feel works better than chalk. so for those of you who are stuck in a chalk free gym go pick up some dry hands
I have never heard of them and will have to check them out!
GREAT VIDEO...!!! GREAT STUFF...!!!
Brian, i lift weights since almost 2 years, and i've noticed that protein and fat are by far the macronutrients thats make me feel better, but i cant say the same about carbs. The problem is that i'm still a novice lifter and i havent so much muscle mass. Should i eat more carbs in order to progress? Thanks man awesome content!!!
It is going to vary from person to person. i don't need to but many people do. You are going to have to trial and error this one out my friend! Wish i could help more!
Even the barbell and the training itself is a tool at the end of the day lifting is going to keep evolving just like everything else and things like sleeves are just a part of that people shouldn't have an aversion to using these things when it makes logical sense and can help them I think people forget what lifting is it's a tool to improve the body lifting itself doesn't have absolute parameters where if you deviate away from them you aren't technically lifting or training as long as it helps you improve it's all good.
Yep and if it allows yu to stay in the game longer then I am going to use it!
Man you have the strongest reply game on youtube.
Hahah i work hard at it!
Always.
So I'm only 16, but I'm starting to have major elbow issues. My elbows have always clicked but lately my right elbow has been hurting and swollen and my right arm is lower than my left when I press because of the elbow. It hurts so bad that at the end of a push workout I have to cut it short because I cant finish. Should I get loose elbow sleeves?
Nice video Brian
Are there different federations for strongman link there are in powerlifting? For example tested and untested federations?
TJ Cannon I second this!
There are 2 sanctioning bodies: Strongman Corporation that runs the majority of shows and then United States Strongman who is growing slowly but steadily. Neither is tested. It kind of sucks, but people don't want to see regular people do strongman, they want to see inhuman weights moved fast. So it puts butts in seats. i wouldn't expect that to change anytime soon. Some individual contests will run drug tests but often they are too expensive for the promoters to afford.
Great info once again, thanks!
Thanks for checking it out!
Is it dumb to hope a lifting knee sleeve might help the ache in my knee when I ride a motorcycle?? It's only my left knee and it bothers the hell out of me. It doesn't bother me DURING lifting but definitely after, and flares up when I ride...
Another great video Brian!
But what about shin protection? Mine are bleeding frequently when I do deadlifts. Special socks for weightlifters seem to be pretty rare and expensive, so I thought about soccer shin guards.
Slingshot gave me a pair of those also but I don't use them. A lot of people just pull down their knee sleeves.
Great information, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for checking it out!
Yeah man! ... That's one thing I would possibly change if I could shake some sense into my younger self, to wear every bit of safety gear/protection some guy my current age told me to!
Hahah truth.
When you measure yourself to make sure you get the right size sleeves for your knees you make sure you measure above and below the knee correct?
I still use my Lee Hany belt...20 years old lol
worth mentioning to wear knee sleeves to protect your shins on deadlifts
Yep, I just don't do it so i didn't mention it.
*I USE THE KNEE SLEEVES I DOUBLE UP AND USE TOO ON EACH KNEE. 👍 IT REALLY HELPS MY OLD MAN KNEES*
Never use a condom, though: the gym needs more members. You first have to spot a female -- on invitation only. A 101 video on that might be forthcoming. Or another video on bear attacks and what to do in such a calamity. Wear every protection possible on the soft tissues, to prevent mauling, multi-ply. If it's a circus bear, use the circus dumbbell somehow. Video explanation badly needed.
Hahaha
lmao the amount of "what the...fuck?" in this comment
he high AF
Hahahahaha I was thinking the exact same thing from the beginning
Why do you say knee wraps will hurt you more then help you unless your an advanced powerlifter?
What brand are those wrist traps ???. I need them that long ....
Slingshot brother, use the code: die empty at checkout to save some money
great video , I just would like to ask if you could suggest some knee sleeves or raps for a injured knee ( meniscus injury from knee dislocation while climbing ) I am looking for something I could use for squats and long climbing session to make my knee stable . many thanks
I would go with the Strong knee sleeves man. They will give you more support than many of the other brands.
thanks Brian
whats about lifting shoes ? whats your toughts of then? (maybe i missed one video were you talk about then). Never considered buying a pair but a friend of mine was talking about it and thinking about buying it.
Do you think elbow sleeves would help with tendon pain when I'm doing biceps?
Thank you for the info sheamus!!!
8:47 Savage haha. With the bear in the last video and now the tryactin, you are going to have to hire a prop department for your videos
Hahaha i just might!
Brian, I want to let you know I appreciate you, and everything you are doing right now.
I have a question... Shoes: (If I can't afford squat shoes) converse? or regular running shoes? does it even really matter?
Nah man not really. up until about 2 years ago I did everything in bare feet and was just fine.
Brian, as of yet I have no elbow or knee pain however my weights are increasing. A lot of my work is now in the 300's for bench and 500's for skwats. Would you advise investing in a pair or would you wait until issues start to arise and treat them accordingly? Im 19 years old if that makes a difference.
Awesome vid bro
Thanks man!
What are your views on mouthguard or mouthpiece?
im 23...The heaviest i go with singles for squats is about 435...Should i Wear knee sleeves? Sometimes my tibia is kind of painful after squats
Ive got the same problem. They are supposed to help with that I think. But I'll just try them.
Could I ask your preference with the SBDs with the Strong knee sleeves? Ive seen a few reviews so far, comparing them - just curious to hear yours :)
I currently have a pair of SBDs (comp fit). Im looking to get a new pair for training as a regular fit, either another pair of SBDs or the Strongs.
I dont really need them - but we all like new toys haha
I have both and have used both extensively and I can honestly say I like the Strong sleeves better. I feel like they are just a touch more aggressive than the SBD's.
How did you break your back?
Steve Gastelum just deadlift with bad form!
Once in MMA once was work related.
Ouch. You would never know it. Strong as a Bear!
Where can I get some Tryactin? That stuff sounds great!
Hahah buy some hand sanitizer, put athletic tape on it, write "tryactin" on it with a marker and you are guaranteed gains!
Do you have a pic of the you're off the team card? I'd love to send one to a friend
Hahah sadly those are only give out by Mark my friend!
Nooooo :(
Hi brian,
when i overhead pressing i feel like passing out. any advice?
the fel
feeling comes before lockout.
Yea man i have made a lot of videos covering that topic, they will definitely help out!
10/10 t rex keep it up my dude
Thanks so much!
Anyone in the UK suggest a good lifting belt... so many out there and i dont want to get the wrong one.
gnatsknackers hi pal I got a single prong 13mm belt from powerhouseperformance (UK site) for about £30 if I remember correctly. It is a very good belt once you've broken it in, but you definitely need to break it in as it was uncomfortable for the first month or so. Quite a nice design in black and red and get the feeling they appreciate every sale as I got a handwritten note when it was delivered. Hope this helps
Thanks a lot for this, belt and knee support are coming my way.
also, I just checked the site and its on offer for £25 not £30 but for knee sleeves I bought the STrong black ones brian was on about in the video and my god I love them. happy lifting man
I looked and they are like £70, bit out my price range.
yeah I only got them because I had some birthday money and a small bonus from work in the same weekend although I fully agree £70 is far more than I would've paid.
Have you tried the Spud Inc deadlift belt?
Some people at my gym have them. I am not a fan personally, but they seem to like them!
So.... are you saying I need to break my back twice to be allowed to wear a belt? Because, I'm not sure if I'm ready for that commitment.
i think most people should make better life choices than me.
Why is it that deadlifting world records are done with a rounded back, do those people always train with a rounded back or do they just do it when attempting a world record so they can lift heavier weight and hope they don't get injured?
Sometimes what you are seeing is not as rounded back as you think but huge effectors. And everyone rounds a bit on a PR. If you don't then you had more in the tank. Just gotta keep it in check so you don't hurt yourself.
any product suggestions for a belt?
wild bill can't speak for brian but i got one from inzer and it's pretty good. expensive tho
Max Mustermann so a quality piece. A buy once cry once kinda thing.
wild bill Inzer Forever Lever belt is awesome, definitely worth the buy.
There's a comprehensive guide on belts here: forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=161954423
It's actually a great resource. I have an inzer lever belt & titan longhorn belt (look it up, really unique, easy to use design). I'll probably end up getting a Best Belts or a belt from Bob's Belts (not sure yet.)
I agree with Inzer. It's pricey, but it will probably be the only belt you ever need.
0:57 when you're about to out lift thanos.
This video came just as I ordered new elbow sleeves and wrist wraps from sbd.
They would be my second choice but are still awesome man!
Brian Alsruhe yeah haha although many think sbd are better!
Elbow/knee sleeves almost all the time, every training session. Wrist wraps over 75% of the pressing 1rm. Belt for anything moving or over 60% of a pull/OHP/squat 1rm. Wrist straps over 315 on deads, unless I'm prepping for a pl meet.
Right on brother!
Gotta keep them joints warm
Brian would you advise buying heeled squat shoes as a beginner who squats with average just below parallel depth, thanks man👍
Nah man i would wait. You have better things to spend your money on if you are a beginner. They really don't help as much as people make them out to be.
Fair enough, thanks for the advice
Lifting straps? Have you considered tryactin? Lmao thanks Brian!
This is good stuff. But you could have explained the belt part a bit more visually. I mean, I just did my tutorial for example today about how to brace your abs into the belt, and I tried to show it too. Now I'm nowhere near your level obviously. But still, I think my one goes a bit more in depth and might be a bit easier to visualize.
I'm not gonna link it below, so this comment is not considered as spam. But if u're interested, u can see it on my channel as it's the most recent one out of many other videos.
Had me laughing @59 seconds.
How'd you break your back?
MMA and a Work Related thing.
my college gym doesn't allow us to carry bags inside the gym for some stupid reason... luckily we can carry stuff we want. Just not in a bag. so I'm always moving around the gym trying to make sure all my stuff doesn't fall out of my hands... lacrosse ball, chalk , belt, pullup belt, and other things. don't know why I can't just bring a bag for it all though.
Mine's the same way. It's because there are idiots that steal stuff (plates, collars, etc). It's annoying, but I understand why they do it.
muscleandmath my uni pulls the same shit, i hate it lol
Yep, mine was the same way as well!
Tryaktin!!!xD love it
Great Video, cant do my squats without a belt and knee sleeves, use the slingshot from super training.
I was taught that using the belt should be really for making sure your backs in shape. It should not do much for your brace. I tend to concentrate more with the belt.
Lifting heavier and I'm 42. My guess is by the time I'm 45 Ill be in bubble wrap :D
Hahaha you and I both my friend!
Hey Brian, I know your subs have skyrocketed since I started watching, so you might not read this, but if you DO, consider checking out a post entitled "Fitness Music" on my page. Another subscriber of yours and I had the same thought of including you in one of my videos, which many times highlight the work and contributions of TH-cam fitness personalities (other videos poke fun or are completely unrelated). In any case, I am a huge fan, and am glad to have found your channel when I did. Peace!
That is awesome man, i will check it out!
that's a wrap! ::rimshot::
Hahaha