What is a lever belt?

A lever belt is a type of weightlifting belt with a lever mechanism that allows for quick and secure tightening and loosening.

What is the point of a lever belt?

A lever belt is designed to provide extra support and stability during heavy lifts, such as squats, deadlifts, and bench presses. A few lever belt benefits include helping you maintain proper form, protecting the lower back, and increasing intra-abdominal pressure, which enhances core stability and overall lifting performance.

When should I wear a lever belt?

Use a lever belt during heavy compound lifts like squats, deadlifts, and presses—typically at 80% or more of your max. It's great for max effort lifts, low-rep, high-intensity work, and injury prevention. Skip it for lighter weights and accessory exercises to build core strength naturally.

How tight should a lever belt be?

A lever belt should be tight enough to support your core and back but not so tight that it restricts breathing or movement.

What’s the difference between a 10mm and 13mm lever belt?

10mm lever belts offer solid support while being more flexible and comfortable. It's ideal for most lifters, providing a balance of stability without feeling too stiff. 13mm lever belts provide maximum support with a thicker design, often favored by powerlifters. It can feel stiffer and take longer to break in.

What’s the difference between a lever belt and a prong belt?

A prong belt uses a traditional buckle to secure it, allowing for easier micro-adjustments. A lever belt features a lever mechanism for quick tightening and loosening, offering a consistent fit.

Why choose a lever belt?

Lever belts are an excellent tool for the gym that allows you to have a customized, but secure, tight fit and superior support.

Are leather lever belts the best type?

Leather lever belts are ideal because they are more durable which makes them last longer and offer stiffer support.

UPPPER Lever Belts feature two layers of genuine leather, but the exterior is a microfiber leather that helps to give a more flexible, comfortable support.

What size lever belt should I get?

To get an accurate size, measure around your belly button with clothes on and compare it to our size guide.

What color options are available?

What makes UPPPER stand out (besides functionality) is our color variety! You can get a 10mm lever belt that truly matches your vibe.

How to put lever belt together

If you’ve already purchased a Lever Belt or plan to, refer to this detailed article on How To Assemble Your UPPPER Lever Belt.