Having a good lifting belt also helps, and right now, Dick's has a fantastic deal on a basic one for under $20. The Ethos Nylon Lifting Belt is currently on sale for $15 at Dick's Sporting ...

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Lifting belts can be made from a variety of materials, but the most common are neoprene, nylon, vinyl and leather. Neoprene, nylon and vinyl are the least expensive options and the most flexible.