31/10/2026
Wearing a belt is NOT bracing…
There are a few factors which can impact a brace… pressure, spinal position, breathing patterns, current injury status etc etc
The fundamental problem with wearing a belt is that people just slap it on and think that’s it job done i’m braced and protected…
This is simply NOT the case, the belt is an external cue for you to brace into…
However, it is pivotal to note that if there are any active injuries, hernias, issues with blood pressure (high or low), circulation, pelvic floor issues or any other medical condition or physical issue then an increase in abdominal pressure and breath holding can make this WORSE.
Therefore it is important to consult a medical professional to find ways you can safely brace to avoid any detriment and still provide protection and safety to exercise.
Disclaimer - Do NOT perform any hard intense exercise on active injuries unless specified otherwise by a healthcare professional. Any information posted from this account is strictly informational, and the incorporation of any relevant information into one’s training or lifestyle is done so at the own individual’s risk.