FAQs

You’ll know you’re properly wearing a weight lifting belt if you’re breathing into it (expanding your stomach/core into the belt and then bracing against it). You should feel like its squeezing

A weightlifting belt helps to support your lower back by allowing you brace your core against the belt giving you the ability to generate more power & stability

A lifting belt should always be worn when lifting heavy. Heavy is uniquely dependant on your strength levels. We recommend beginners & advanced athletes who perform heavy lifts to use a lifting belt

Measure your waist & use the size chart below:

Small will fit 21-30" waist - Length 100cm

Medium will fit 30-34” waist - Length 110cm

Large will fit 34-38” waist - Length 120cm

Extra Large will fit 38-45” waist - Length 130cm

The 13mm belt is simply a little thicker & will last you longer than the 10mm belts because it's designed to provides additional support

Your belt should NOT be washed. If it gets dirty you can rub it with a damp cloth

You can do any heavy lifts with the belts but the main exercises the belts are used for are:

Squats

Deadlifts

Bench

Bent Over Row

Barbell Shoulder Press

The smell from the belt comes from the leather mixed with the resin from the edges of the belt. In order to remove the smell let it air outside (without getting it wet) & with use in the gym it will go away

Use a soft measuring tape to measure around your kneecap while your leg is extended and relaxed. Compare your measurement with the sizing chart on our product page to find the best fit. We recommend following our sizing chart rather than guessing your size based on other brands.

Please contact us as soon as possible so we can help you determine the best next step. Wearing an improperly fitted sleeve may cause discomfort, and an excessively tight sleeve can restrict circulation. Your knee sleeves should feel snug and secure without causing pain, numbness, tingling, or other signs of restricted circulation.

Yes! We can accommodate size exchanges as long as the knee sleeves have not been used for training and show no signs of use. Please contact us before returning your item so we can guide you through the exchange process.

Yes! If you need a different size for the knee sleeves included in your Strength Kit, please contact us for assistance. You only need to return the knee sleeves for the exchange rather than the entire kit. The sleeves must meet our exchange eligibility requirements, including having no signs of use.

Your knee sleeves should fit snugly around your knee and stay in place during movement without causing pain or restricting circulation. If you experience numbness, tingling, or unusual discomfort, remove them and reassess the fit.

Gather or fold the sleeve as needed, slide it over your foot, and position it evenly over your knee. Avoid pulling excessively on the fabric or seams, as this may damage the sleeves.

We recommend hand-washing your knee sleeves with water and a mild detergent, or a specialist neoprene/wetsuit detergent. After washing, allow the sleeves to air-dry in an upright position until completely dry before storing them. Avoid using excessive heat, as it may damage the material and affect the sleeves' durability.

Our wrist wraps are adjustable and designed to fit all sizes. You can adjust the tightness to achieve your preferred level of wrist support and flexibility.

When wearing wrist wraps, wrap the material around your wrist joint, extending slightly above and below it to provide adequate coverage. The tighter you wrap your wrists, the more support you'll generally feel, but the less flexibility you'll have. Adjust the tightness according to your training needs, making sure the wraps don't cause pain, numbness, or tingling.

All Katamu wrist wraps feature a thumb loop and Velcro closure. Follow these steps to put them on correctly:

1. Position the thumb loop. Align the thumb loop with the base of your thumb, making sure the wrap will cover your wrist joint.
2. Secure the thumb loop. Place your thumb through the loop to keep the wrap in position.
3. Start wrapping. Hold the end of the wrap and wind the material around your wrist joint for the first full wrap.
4. Wrap slightly above the wrist. Move the material upward and wrap just above the previous layer, overlapping most of the material to maintain coverage.
5. Wrap slightly below the wrist. Move the material downward and wrap just below the wrist joint, continuing to overlap the previous layers.
6. Continue wrapping and secure. Keep wrapping around your wrist, overlapping the material until you reach the end. Secure it with the Velcro closure.
7. Adjust the tightness. If needed, readjust the wrap to achieve your desired level of support while maintaining comfortable movement and circulation.

Tip: Your wrist wraps should feel secure without causing pain, numbness, tingling, or changes in hand color. Loosen them if you experience any of these symptoms.

Your wrist wraps should feel snug enough to provide support without causing discomfort or restricting circulation. Tighter wraps generally provide more support but reduce wrist mobility. Adjust them according to the exercise you're performing and your comfort level.

Yes! You can easily loosen or tighten your wrist wraps between sets using the Velcro closure to achieve your preferred level of support and flexibility for different exercises.

We recommend hand-washing your wrist wraps with warm water and a mild detergent, then allowing them to air-dry completely before storing them. Do not machine-wash or machine-dry your wrist wraps, as this may damage the material.

Tip: Secure the Velcro tabs before washing to prevent them from snagging or damaging the fabric.

Processing times, delivery times, tracking and shipping costs are all on our Shipping Policy page.

See our Refund Policy for return eligibility and how to start a return, and our Cancellation Policy for cancelling an order.

Yes. Katamu products come with a 1-year manufacturing warranty, covering faults in materials or workmanship under normal use. If something fails, contact us at hello@katamu.co.