REKillzone
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I was wondering if that since now I'm moving into the 300's for my 5x5 squat, should it be necessary to wear a weightbelt?
Its not necessary but I would. Protect that back man
Absolutely not. And weaken his core??
Save the belt for max-effort days.
There are other ways to work your core. So wearing a weightbelt makes you do a few more exercises.. dont be so lazy
Read the FAQs, nublet.
Strong words for somebody with a 235lb squat max.
Also, I'm not sure why people still say that using a belt will weaken your core...unless I missed the joke. It's not like your core goes to sleep...Mark Rippetoe even addresses this. It might get stronger SLOWER than it normally would...MAYBE...but it sure as hell won't make it weaker. I'm not sure how that could happen with more weight on your back...