So far I like this belt very much. It's very comfortable, a good length and holds up well. Although I would like more resistance. If I had to guess, I'd say this belt offers 5 to 8 pounds of resistance when stretched about 5 inches. This is normal when standing or sitting. However, leaning toward the floor, squatting, or generally performing any movement that could cause a plumber to punch requires more resistance. After all, a belt's first job is to hold up your pants.