Accessories
Belts
Lifting belts increase intra-abdominal pressure during heavy lifts, supporting your spine and allowing you to brace harder. Leather belts (10-13mm) are standard for powerlifting. Nylon belts are more flexible for Olympic lifting.
Wrist Wraps
Wrist wraps provide support and stability during heavy pressing movements. They prevent excessive wrist extension under load, reducing strain and pain.
Lifting Straps
Lifting straps eliminate grip as a limiting factor in pulling exercises. They wrap around the bar and your wrists, creating a secure connection for heavy deadlifts, rows, and shrugs.
Gloves
Gym gloves protect your hands from calluses and provide extra grip during pulling and pressing exercises. Leather and synthetic options available with varying levels of padding.
Jump Ropes
Jump ropes are one of the best conditioning tools available — cheap, portable, and incredibly effective for burning calories and improving coordination.
Ab Wheels
Ab wheels are one of the most challenging and effective core training tools. Rolling out and controlling the return engages the entire anterior chain — abs, hip flexors, and shoulders.
Grip Trainers
Grip trainers build forearm and hand strength that carries over to every pulling exercise. Hand grippers, grip balls, and finger trainers target different aspects of grip strength.
Training accessories are the small tools that make a big difference in your performance and safety 🧤. From lifting belts that protect your lower back to wrist wraps that stabilize heavy pressing, the...
See allTraining accessories are the small tools that make a big difference in your performance and safety 🧤. From lifting belts that protect your lower back to wrist wraps that stabilize heavy pressing, the right accessories help you train harder and longer.
Grip trainers, jump ropes, ab wheels, lifting straps — these affordable tools fill the gaps between your main equipment. A good belt and a pair of straps can instantly add kilos to your deadlift and rows.
TopGym selects accessories that actually improve performance rather than gimmicks that collect dust.
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Training accessories are the small tools that make a big difference in your performance and safety 🧤. From lifting belts that protect your lower back to wrist wraps that stabilize heavy pressing, the...
See allTraining accessories are the small tools that make a big difference in your performance and safety 🧤. From lifting belts that protect your lower back to wrist wraps that stabilize heavy pressing, the right accessories help you train harder and longer.
Grip trainers, jump ropes, ab wheels, lifting straps — these affordable tools fill the gaps between your main equipment. A good belt and a pair of straps can instantly add kilos to your deadlift and rows.
TopGym selects accessories that actually improve performance rather than gimmicks that collect dust.
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Prioritize a lifting belt first — it is the most impactful accessory. Leather belts (10mm, 4-inch width) are best for powerlifting. Nylon belts are more comfortable for general training and Olympic lifts.
Wrist wraps help with heavy pressing (bench, overhead). Lifting straps help with heavy pulling (deadlifts, rows, shrugs). Both cost under 15€ and make a noticeable difference.
Jump ropes: speed ropes (thin cable) for double-unders and conditioning, weighted ropes for shoulder work. A basic speed rope costs 10-20€.
Ab wheels are one of the most effective core tools — challenging even for advanced athletes. Choose one with a wide wheel for stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lifting belt?
A belt helps brace your core during heavy squats, deadlifts, and overhead presses. It is not a crutch — it allows you to lift more safely by increasing intra-abdominal pressure. Use it for sets above 80% of your max.
What are lifting straps used for?
Straps wrap around the bar to eliminate grip as a limiting factor in pulling exercises. Use them for heavy deadlifts, rows, and shrugs when your grip gives out before your muscles. Train grip separately.
Are wrist wraps necessary?
Wrist wraps provide support during heavy pressing movements. They are especially useful for bench press and overhead press above 70-80% of your max. Not necessary for beginners but valuable as weights increase.
What training accessories are worth buying?
In order of impact: lifting belt (30-80€), lifting straps (10-15€), wrist wraps (10-15€), jump rope (10-20€). These four accessories cover most needs for under 100€ total.
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