Spud Bowtie Formal Red

The Spud Inc Formal Bowtie was created for athletes who need maximum posture support both during heavy training and throughout daily life. Developed by legendary powerlifter and strength coach Donnie Thompson, the Formal Bowtie helps reinforce proper shoulder and upper back positioning through targeted compression across the shoulders and lats.

Unlike the Casual Bowtie, the Formal Bowtie is built from heavier-duty material that delivers greater compression and support. This increased rigidity provides stronger posture feedback, making it an excellent choice for lifters performing heavy squats, bench presses, overhead presses, and other demanding strength movements where upper back positioning is critical.

By helping maintain proper shoulder alignment, the Formal Bowtie encourages better posture and body awareness throughout the day. Whether you're training in the gym, working at your desk, traveling, or spending long hours on your feet, it serves as a constant reminder to maintain proper positioning and avoid the rounded shoulders commonly caused by modern lifestyles.

For strength athletes, maintaining a strong upper back position can directly impact performance and consistency. The Formal Bowtie helps reinforce the mechanics necessary for safe and effective lifting while promoting better posture habits that carry over outside the gym.

While its primary purpose is serious training support, the Formal Bowtie also lives up to its name by being suitable for formal occasions, special events, weddings, and other situations where standing tall and maintaining confident posture matters.

Built around the values of Focus, Trust, and Strength, the Spud Inc Formal Bowtie provides the support serious athletes need to maintain proper positioning and perform at their best.

Features

• Created by Donnie Thompson
• Heavy-duty construction for maximum support
• Greater compression than the Casual Bowtie
• Compresses shoulders and lats to reinforce proper posture
• Encourages proper upper back positioning during training
• Helps reduce slouching throughout the day
• Designed specifically for heavy lifting and strength training
• Supports posture during squats, bench presses, overhead presses, and other lifts
• Provides continuous posture awareness and feedback
• Suitable for gym use, office environments, travel, and formal occasions

Benefits

• Reinforces proper lifting mechanics
• Promotes stronger shoulder and upper back positioning
• Helps improve posture habits throughout the day
• Increases awareness of body positioning
• Supports performance during heavy training
• Provides maximum posture correction and compression
• Comfortable enough for regular use while delivering substantial support

Sizing Instructions

Men: While wearing a shirt and standing with your arms at your sides, measure around the widest part of your chest, shoulders, and upper back. Divide this measurement by two and use the chart below.

Women: While wearing a shirt, measure around the upper chest and back directly under the armpits. Divide this measurement by two and use the chart below.

Size Chart