Reddit reviews Knee Sleeves (1 Pair) Support & Compression for Weightlifting, Powerlifting & CrossFit - 7mm Neoprene Sleeve for the Best Squats - Both Women & Men, Black, Medium

Awesome post and great gains. Thanks for sharing!

You and I have almost the same exact number on all exercises except my squat is currently ~250lb 5x5. (I have been on Strong lift for a year off and on but pretty dedicated last 6 months).

My previous squat ceiling was 215 and I got a number of things that really helped outside of improving my form (holding the bar lower on my back, knees out when squatting not just forward, etc):

• Squat belt - Your spine can only support so much. This helps engage your abs and keep your spine straight. A must when doing higher weights. At $14.95 its a pretty cheap investment (though one day I'll upgrade to a real leather one with notches).
  
• Knee sleeves - These keep your knees warm and give you some support. A little pricey at $50 but definitely thick and will last forever.
  
• Squat shoes - I never thought I'd be a guy to own some of these but they help with stability a lot and they also help a little with bench and a few other exercises. Do not keep them on for Deadlifts though.
  
  The above helped me a bunch. Hope this info help at all!

I found them on Amazon here! I don't have major knee problems per se, but sometimes they feel a little wonky, so I just wear them for some added protection.

I remember looking into getting Rehbands a year or two ago, and back then there didn't seem to be many alternatives with the same material and thickness. However, I did a quick search this weekend and now there are a bunch of Rehband copycats available on Amazon.

Neoprene, 7mm thick, prices in USD at time of post for two knee sleeves (for reference Rehbands are around $80 for a pair right now):

• Nordic Lifting ($50)
  
• Hayaku ($50)
  
• SlingShot Knee Sleeves ($50)
  
• Mava ($45)
  
• Iron Bull Strengh ($40)
  
• Toncy Gear ($30)
  
  If you think you might want something even more affordable but isn't neoprene 7mm, then Hookgrip has a pair for $12. I'd wager that these would offer less support than Rehbands, though.
  
  I really only looked into the Nordic Lifting ones for myself (ordered them earlier today), and from my research they seem to be on par with Rehbands at best depending on the reviewer. I'd try looking for video reviews on YouTube for whatever interests you.
  
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Sort of, they're like compression socks for your knees. These are the ones I've got.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00SW2OB30/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469617051&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=knee+sleeves&dpPl=1&dpID=51v5WJ8jGjL&ref=plSrch

I use these: https://www.amazon.com/Sleeves-Compression-Weightlifting-Powerlifting-CrossFit/dp/B00SW2OB30/ref=sr_1_6_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1466024541&sr=1-6&keywords=knee+sleeve#Ask

Work as well as the Rehbands and run half the price. I have been using them for a little over six months now with no complaints.

Knee wraps have a potential to compromise the knee joint, because of the increased friction between the patella and cartilage. If you want a little added support, and extra warmth to the joint you should definitely opt for knee sleeves. I use these and so far seem like an alternative to Rehbands, for a cheaper price.