Valeo VLM 5-Inch Performance Foam Core Belt

by Valeo

Product Features

• 5 inch wide flexible, durable closed-cell foam core
• Brushed tricot lining and comfortable softly bound edges
• Closure system features a seamless metal roller buckle with a 3 inch wide support strap
• Belt is hand washable, air dry

Product Description

Valeo's Performance Foam Core Belt is constructed of a flexible, durable closed-cell foam core, brushed tricot lining and comfortable softly bound edges. Closure system features a seamless metal roller buckle with a 3 inch wide support strap that adds back and abdominal support. Belt is hand washable, air dry.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0007KN7FS
• Item model number: VLM 5"
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #122,425 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great belt for the price!, February 6, 2011

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BigDaddySC (South Carolina, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Valeo VLM 5-Inch Performance Foam Core Belt (Sports)

I had a large leather weight-lifting belt that I hated because of its shape. It would either cut into my rib cage or drive into my hip areas causing discomfort while squatting or deadlifting. I thought about buying a nice, thick, expensive Inzer, etc. but I'm losing weight and didn't want to have to buy several different pricey belts over the course of my weight loss. Plus, I wanted to try a foam core belt.

Well, I did some research and an amateur strongman that I know and respect recommended the Valeo series belts as a cheaper priced belt that wasn't leather but was still good. I've been using this belt for about four months and I really like it. It is easy to adjust and it has a lengthy velcro section to fit a wide variety of waistlines for its listed size. It's also very comfortable to wear. The only thing that might be a problem is the metal portion may be the weakest link but I'll take it over plastic any day.

Many people will tell you that you need an expensive leather belt for lifting and I agree that folks lifting some serious tonnage really should get a high end leather belt. As for me, I don't see myself competing in powerlifting meets, squat and deadlift super impressive numbers, etc. The Valeo belt serves it's purpose by helping me keep my core tight during my heavier sets and it doesn't come loose. When I finish my weight loss maybe I'll consider getting an expensive belt but I'll probably stick with the Valeo.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great backsaver, July 27, 2009

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tundracat (ME) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Valeo VLM 5-Inch Performance Foam Core Belt (Sports)

I use this belt when lifting heavy things around the house. I'm a 54 year old woman and I find this a backsaver when lifting things like the air conditioner that needs to be put in the window. It's also great if you need to stack wood. It's light and I'd recommend it to anyone that does heavy (or not so heavy) lifting around the house.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Value, October 24, 2007

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Tree Farmer (in the Maine woods) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Valeo VLM 5-Inch Performance Foam Core Belt (Sports)

In my line of work, a sore back is often a condition which results from my many years of work. Wearing this belt is both a comfort and an injury preventative action. It is also cheaper than chiropractic copays.

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