I used to use the belt for squats and leg press (lower back injury) did more dead lifts and back extensions and i havent used the belt for 3 months now. used to use Nike grips then gloves but no more, grip has strengthened a lot also i still use straps but now only on my last set shoulder shrugs (140kg) and seated rows (137kg) but grip is getting stronger. IMO please wear what you want to gym but please please dont train with 5 of your buddies keeping all the bloody weights gahered around your feet like chickens then talk @#$ for 10 mins between each persons sets. i see these young laaities daily at peak hour and all the dumbells are at their area.
