How to Measure Your Custom Weightlifting Belt Size

Not sure how to measure your custom weightlifting belt size? This guide walks you through the process step-by-step.

Step 1: Choose the Right Type of Belt

Before you start measuring, it's important to choose the right type of weightlifting belt. There are two main types:

1. Weightlifting Belts

These belts are 4" wide in the back and taper to 2.5" width in the front. They supports explosive movements and allows more freedom of movement, making it ideal for Olympic lifting and dynamic exercises.

2. Powerlifting Lever & Prong Belts

These belts are the same width all around, typically 4" but 3" is also available. They provide maximum support and are ideal for those focusing on powerlifting exercises like squats and deadlifts.

Step 2: Find Your Natural Waist

To get an accurate measurement, you need to locate your natural waist. This is the narrowest part of your midsection, typically located just above your belly button. Stand up straight and bend gently to one side - the crease that forms is your natural waist.

Step 3: Measure Your Waist Circumference

Using a flexible measuring tape, measure the circumference of your waist at the natural waistline. Make sure the tape is level and snug, but not too tight. A good rule: you should be able to slide one finger under the tape. Record this measurement in inches.

Step 4: Consider Your Clothing

Keep in mind that you'll be wearing your weightlifting belt over your workout clothes. If you train in a thick hoodie or layered clothing, add 1 inch to your measurement.

Step 5: Refer to the Belt Size Chart

We have individual sizes for the different belt types as they all vary slightly. For weightlifting belts and prong powerlifting belts you want to be half way along the given range, whilst for lever belts, aim to be around three-quarters of the way through the range, so the buckle sits flush without excess belt bunching underneath.

We've put together a handy chart below to choose the right belt size. Select your stomach measurement and it will show the belt size you need:

Select Your Stomach Size Range:

MEASURE AT BELLY BUTTON IN INCHES - DO NOT USE YOUR TROUSER SIZE

Size Range	Weightlifting	Prong Powerlifting	Lever Powerlifting
20'' to 22''	S	S	S
21'' to 23''	S	S	S
22'' to 24''	S	S	S
23'' to 25''	S	S	S
24'' to 26''	S	S	S
25'' to 27''	S	M	S
26'' to 28''	S	M	S
27'' to 29''	S	M	S
28'' to 30''	M	M	S
29'' to 31''	M	M	M
30'' to 32''	M	L	M
31'' to 33''	M	L	M
32'' to 34''	M	L	M
33'' to 35''	L	L	M
34'' to 36''	L	XL	M
35'' to 37''	L	XL	L
36'' to 38''	L	XL	L
37'' to 39''	XL	XL	L
38'' to 40''	XL	2XL	L
39'' to 41''	XL	2XL	XL
40'' to 42''	2XL	2XL	XL
41'' to 43''	2XL	2XL	XL
42'' to 44''	3XL	3XL	XL
43'' to 45''	3XL	3XL	2XL
44'' to 46''	4XL	3XL	2XL
45'' to 47''	4XL	3XL	2XL
46'' to 48''	5XL	4XL	2XL
47'' to 49''	5XL	4XL	3XL
48'' to 50''	6XL	4XL	3XL
49'' to 51''	6XL	4XL	3XL
50'' to 52''	7XL	5XL	3XL
51'' to 53''	7XL	5XL	4XL
52'' to 54''	7XL	5XL	4XL
53'' to 55''	7XL	5XL	4XL
54'' to 56''	10XL	6XL	4XL
55'' to 57''	10XL	6XL	5XL
56'' to 58''	10XL	6XL	5XL
57'' to 59''	10XL	6XL	5XL
58'' to 60''	10XL	7XL	5XL
59'' to 61''	-	7XL	6XL
60'' to 62''	-	7XL	6XL
61'' to 63''	-	7XL	6XL
62'' to 64''	-	8XL	6XL
63'' to 65''	-	8XL	7XL
64'' to 66''	-	8XL	7XL
65'' to 67''	-	8XL	7XL

Step 6: Test the Fit

Once you've received your weightlifting belt, it's important to test the fit. Put on your workout clothes and wrap the belt around your waist. It should be snug but not uncomfortably tight. You should be able to fit one or two fingers between the belt and your body. A common misconception is to suck your stomach in and tighten as much as possible. You need to brace against the belt and breathing in when tightening the belt will stop you from doing this.

Conclusion

Getting your belt size right takes two minutes and makes a real difference to both your safety and your lifts. By following these steps, you'll be well on your way to finding the perfect fit for your weightlifting belt. A belt that fits correctly works with your body - one that doesn't can actually hinder your performance.

Now that you know what size and belt you need, you can view our custom belts or our own limited edition designs here:

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