I really don't feel it in my legs, but thats probably because my legs are in decent shape and I can lift quite a bit on them alone. I'm only useing 200lbs right now until I can get the form down. Thanks for the link it will help me out. I also think I was finishing with my back alone, I will try to use my hips and see how it feels. I think that was part of my problem. I will hold off on the belt, I tend to agree with you in the fact that it will create weak spots.