Knee Wraps: How They Allow Heavy Lifting & Safeguard Your Joints

Knee wraps are not only a luxury for athletes and ...

Frequently Asked Questions - Knee Wraps: How They Allow Heavy Lifting & Safeguard Your Joints

Knee wraps are not only a luxury for athletes and powerlifters anymore. They're meant to give support to your knees during heavy lifts such as squats, leg press, or lunges. They are, in fact, elastic bands that compress the knee joint and provide mechanical advantage and support

Are knee wraps suitable for beginners to use when training?

Yes, but only for heavy lifting. Train first to learn proper form. Wearing wraps too early will only hinder progress in building the stabilizer muscles.

Do knee wraps limit your range of motion?

Too tightly wrapped knee wraps will slightly limit movement. Nevertheless, with proper technique, they allow you to have a full range of motion and provide excellent support.

Can I use knee wraps for powerlifting competition too?

Knee wraps are permitted in the majority of equipped powerlifting organizations. They are, however, not used at raw or classic contests. Always check the individual rules of the contest you are competing in.