Lifting in clothing or gear that doesn't fit properly or give you confidence can really mess with your head when you are in the spotlight. It's bad enough that I have to wear this awful one-piece lifting suit that are in no way flattering. It seems like there should be more reinforcing materials. A bathing suit has more support.
My only accessory while I'm on stage is my belt. No, its not pretty, it isn't bedazzled and it doesn't hold anything up. It's sole purpose it to support my back when I lift, which actually allows me to safely lift more weight. The belt I have been using at the gym is a different style that what I've trained with in the past and the large silver lever cuts into my stomach and makes it hard to breathe.
So I decided that if I couldn't have an attractive belt that made me feel pretty, I would at least get one that fit well. I got it in the mail yesterday and tried it on. It's snug, but much more comfortable than the old one. Now when I go to compete this weekend, all I have to do is concentrate on my form, not how my belt fits. I'm still working on how to make the ensemble more attractive.
