This pad eases a lot of the pain associated with lifting with a barbell across your traps. I can comfortably lift heavier weights because of the lack of pain! I used the pad at my local (very, very small) gym but it was just filthy and no one ever cleaned it after themselves. Disgusting. So I looked into getting my own. After browsing around, I ran across this particular pad and read a lot of good about it. I am here to tell you that those reviews aren't far from the truth! Great pad for a…

I love this pad. I use it for hip thrust and Bb squats. Protects my neck, comfortable. Mine came with the velcro straps and that holds the pad from rotating.