Choosing the right size lifting belt starts with one simple step: measuring your waist correctly.
A lifting belt should fit securely around your torso without being so tight that it is uncomfortable or so loose that it doesn't provide the fit you need. Whether you're buying your first powerlifting belt, weightlifting belt, or strongman lifting belt, getting the correct measurement is essential.
The good news? Measuring for a lifting belt is easy, and you don't need to guess your size based on your pants size.
Why Proper Lifting Belt Sizing Matters
A lifting belt is designed to sit securely around your midsection while you lift. If your belt is too large, you may run out of room to tighten it properly. If it's too small, you may struggle to get it fastened comfortably.
This is particularly important if you have a larger midsection or your waist measurement changes throughout the day. Your lifting belt size should be based on your actual waist measurement—not your clothing size.
At Resolute Strength Wear, we believe lifting equipment should be made to fit real lifters and real bodies. That's why accurate measuring is so important when choosing your belt size.
How to Measure Your Waist for a Lifting Belt
What you'll need:
- A soft, flexible measuring tape
- Your normal standing position
- A few minutes
If you don't have a flexible measuring tape, you can use a piece of string and measure the string afterward with a rigid ruler or tape measure.
Find Your Measuring Point
For the sizing guide, measure around your natural waist/abdomen, just over the belly button.
The measuring tape should go around your entire torso at the same level.
Don't measure where your pants happen to sit. Your pants may sit considerably higher or lower than where your lifting belt will sit.
What If My Waist Measurement Falls Between Two Sizes?
This is one of the most common questions when buying a lifting belt.
If your measurement falls within two size ranges, look at where your measurement sits within each range.
For example:
35-inch waist:
- Medium: 28–36"
- Large: 34–42"
You're right in the overlap.
Rather than relying on your clothing size or guessing, consider how you want the belt to fit and how much room you want for adjustment.
If you're unsure, it's always better to check with us, feel free to live chat, email or reach out on our socials.
How Should a Lifting Belt Fit?
Once you receive your belt, it should feel secure and supportive without being unnecessarily restrictive.
You should have enough adjustment to accommodate your normal body position and changes in how your abdomen sits throughout a training session.
Remember that a lifting belt isn't supposed to be comfortable in exactly the same way as a regular clothing belt. It's a piece of lifting equipment designed to fit securely around your torso.
The goal is a secure, consistent fit.
Lifting Belt Sizing for Bigger Bodies
Finding lifting equipment that accommodates larger bodies shouldn't be a challenge.
If you're a bigger lifter, don't assume that you need to squeeze yourself into the largest standard size available. Start with your actual measurement and use the manufacturer's size chart.
A properly sized belt should give you room to adjust, rather than forcing you to wear it at the absolute end of its range.
That's why measuring before ordering is always better than guessing.
Quick Lifting Belt Measurement Checklist
Before ordering your belt, make sure you've:
☑ Measured around your abdomen/natural waist
☑ Measured just over the belly button
☑ Stood in a natural position
☑ Not sucked in your stomach
☑ Not held your breath
☑ Kept the measuring tape level
☑ Kept the tape snug rather than excessively tight
☑ Measured at least twice
☑ Compared your measurement to the size chart
That's it! You're ready to choose your belt size.
Find Your Perfect Lifting Belt Fit
The right lifting belt starts with the right measurement.
Don't guess based on your pants size. Don't suck in your stomach. And don't try to make your body fit the belt.
Measure your body, check the size chart, and choose the belt that fits you from our wide range of lifting belts.
Because lifting equipment should be made for lifters of all shapes and sizes.
Anyone Can Lift.
