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Leather vs Cotton vs Nylon Lifting Straps: Which Are Better?
As a personal trainer, part of my job is to help my clients pick the best training equipment, so I’m often asked which material would be best for lifting straps: leather, nylon, or cotton. Cotton l...
How To Measure For Knee Sleeves + How Tight Should They Be
As someone interested in purchasing knee sleeves, you’re probably wondering how to get the perfect fit and how tight they should feel on your knees. To measure for knee sleeves, take a tape measure...
7 Types of Lifting Belts (Explaining The Pros, Cons, & Which Is Best)
Weightlifting belts come in different styles, thicknesses, and materials, and based on what kinds of activities and exercises you do in the gym, one type may be better than others. If you purchas...
Should You Use Wrist Wraps For Squats? Coach Answers
If you’ve ever squatted heavy, you’ll know that there can be an incredible amount of stress placed on your wrists. Even more so for those squatting in a “low bar” position, which requires the wri...
3 Types of Wrist Wraps Explained (Which Are The Best?)
Wrist wraps can provide stability and support to help you lift heavier weights more safely, but over the years working as a strength coach I've noticed that lifters are often confused about which t...
Do Wrist Wraps Weaken Your Wrist & Forearm? A Coach Answers
Wrist wraps support the wrist joint by limiting excessive bending when lifting heavy, so you may be wondering if the assistance they provide will weaken your wrist and forearms over time. As a stre...
Can You Use Knee Wraps On Elbows? No, Here Are Alternatives
Lifters are always looking for an edge that can help them push their limits. So it's not uncommon, as a strength coach, for me to hear things like: Can you wear knee wraps on your elbows for bench...
How to Use Knee Wraps The Proper Way (Strength Coach Explains)
If you’re like many of my athletes, you may be wondering how to properly put on knee wraps. After all, failing to wear them properly will just cause your skin to hurt and negate any performance...
Wearing Knee Sleeves For Squats: Tips + How Much Do They Help?
As a powerlifting coach, I’m often asked if it’s worth wearing knee sleeves for squats, how they help, and how much additional weight one can expect to lift when wearing them. Here’s my response: ...
Knee Sleeves For Deadlifts: Should You Wear Them? (Pros & Cons)
We've all been there: you're at the gym, prepping for your deadlifts, and you wonder whether you should pull on some knee sleeves. Maybe it’s because you saw someone else doing it, or maybe you ha...
How Much Are Knee Sleeves & Are Expensive Brands Worth It?
With a wide range of brands and prices available, it's natural to wonder whether more expensive knee sleeves are worth the investment or if cheaper ones work just as well. In general, high-quality ...
Knee Braces vs Knee Sleeves: 4 Differences + Which Do You Need?
If your knees are feeling beat up, you may be wondering about the differences between knee braces and knee sleeves, and which is a better option. The primary difference between a knee sleeve and a ...
How Long Should Wrist Wraps Be? 12 vs 18 vs 20 vs 24 Explained
If you’re ready to invest in a pair of wrist wraps to keep your wrists strong and stable under heavy loads, you may have noticed that they come in multiple lengths. Here’s what I tell my clients: A...
Do You Need Wrist Wraps With A Thumb Loop? Plus, How To Wear
When it comes to choosing a set of wrist wraps, people can often be confused about what the thumb loop does and how to properly wear wraps with them attached. The thumb loop is meant to make your ...
Should Wrist Wraps be Stiff or Flexible? (A Coach Explains)
When it comes to choosing between stiff and flexible wrist wraps, there is much debate and confusion. While some argue that stiff wrist wraps offer more support and protection, others claim that f...
Should You Wear Wrist Wraps For Push-Ups? A Coach Answers
Push-ups are a great exercise that work multiple muscle groups in the body, but some people miss out on the benefits of push ups because it causes pain and discomfort in the wrists. As a strength ...
3mm vs 5mm vs 7mm Knee Sleeves: All The Differences Explained
As a personal trainer, one training equipment question I’m often asked by clients is what knee sleeve thickness is ideal: 3 mm, 5 mm, or 7 mm? Here’s what I tell them: The 5mm and 7mm knee sleeves ...