SchiekSports Model 2004 Nylon 4 3/4" Weight Lifting Belt - Navy

Great quality belt and comfortable for short women. I'm 5'4" and have a short torso. I originally intended to get the women's specific Model 2000 that isn't available on Amazon, but I'm glad I chose the Model 2004 instead. My waist is usually around 28-29 inches which puts me in a size "Small." However I chose the XS in this belt and it fits with a little room to spare! Not planning to gain any inches in this area (I'm untrained) so I'm not worried being near the upper limit of this belt. It feels very secure and is comfortable on the back. The contoured shape is great for my high hips.

This is the best belt which I’ve tried. It has a unique shape and fit perfectly to my curves. The velcro is strong and all the stitches are durable. It gives you a great back support and doesn’t push against your sides. Lock mechanism is great and you will never have an incident during heavy lifting. Definitely recommend!

I have been against using a lifting belt for a while, but this has been a game changer for me. Having a pre-existing intermittent breathing issue, compounded with heavy squats and deadlifts, I would literally be gasping for air after a set. My coach recommended that I use a lifting belt and after searching around for the best one for me, I decided to get this one because of the quality, durability, and the stars reminded me of Captain America.After reading the reviews, I decided to get an XS instead of a small. My waist is usually between 25.5”-28”, which the size chart recommends a small. So glad I read the reviews and got an XS because it fits me perfectly. Thank you fellow reviewers.After using the Schiek lifting belt for the first time, I noticed a significant improvement in performance. I could lift heavier than before and I didn’t feel like I was going to pass out afterwards, which is nice. Fainting is no fun.Overall, this is a great investment towards any fitness endeavor not to mention, you’re going to look like a superhero while lifting. Happy lifitng! 💪

This is a solid belt. I have a heavy duty Inzer leather belt for big lifts and for everything else I was using a 10+ year old TKO belt that I don't think they even make anymore. While I had no serious issues before, I have felt so much more comfortable and stable with this new belt. I've also tried Rogue's cheaper velcro belt and didn't feel too secure in it.I have a shorter torso so the thinner sides are easier on my hips. I do a mixture of lifting including crossfit, and powerlifting. For powerlifting and olympic lifting training , this is great for everything except maybe the heaviest lifts. For crossfit, it's a little mixed as the belt is extremely comfortable but not as quick to adjust as a regular one strap belt. If a workout included something like heavy cleans and some more core focused work, the belt would take a second to adjust or take off between the two exercises. I can otherwise leave it on between most varieties of workouts. I still can't fault the belt as it isn't designed to be taken on and off quickly.Build quality seems great so far. You'd think a fabric/velcro belt with varied thickness might have some give but it provides great support. Having the initial velcro inside to fit plus the second outer loop feels very secure.I hate to spend this much for another item to add onto the equipment pile but I do see myself getting a lot of use from this belt. If you're on the fence, you should know this is a solid belt and worth the money. I'll update immediately if I should ever feel otherwise.

I thought it had a lumbar pad in the back but it doesn't.

I tweeked my back while lifting as I was not properly aligned. This helps with keeping my back in the correct position.

I’ve been searching for a weight belt that can fit around my waist and, can accommodate someone who is short waisted.

Needed a new weight belt since my old one was getting small… well because.. Quarantine weight happened. Tried to go with another brand just to try something new, but I have to say, If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it! Didn’t like the new one from a competing brand I bought. It didn’t fit well, pushed up against my rib cage causing discomfort, and didn’t seem to support me as well. So I just returned itWent back to get this beauty! The color is amazing (had an all black one previously), fits well, is supportive, and does the job. Can’t wait to break this in and PR!