Barbells
Barbells are exercise equipment that is used in weight training, powerlifting and weightlifting. A barbell consists of a metal bar, a set or several sets of weight plates and a set of collars. Barbells generally range in length from four feet to seven feet. The bar is usually around an inch in diameter and has a crosshatch design pattern that helps the lifter get a good grip before lifting.
The plates or disc weights are slid onto the outer ends of the bar to obtain whatever weight the lifter desires. The weights are secured with collars that prevent them from sliding off during the lifting.
Types of Barbells
An Olympic or a weightlifting barbell has a bar on which the sleeves rotate. This allows the discs to spin on their own axis so that the rotational inertia effect is put on the person lifting and enables the lifter to descend under the bar easily.
Whether you are looking to tone up or to build huge arm muscles, you will need a barbell to get the job done. There are many types of barbells available including professional-style barbells, solid steel barbells, chrome barbells, urethane coated barbells, rubber coated barbells, olympic barbells, uni-lock barbells, hex barbells and more.
Used and New Barbells For Sale
You can purchase individual barbells or sets of barbells and barbells are sold at all major sporting goods stores as well as online.
If you are not sure which barbell is right for you, it would be a great idea to talk to a person who lifts weights, or go to your local gym and talk to a personal trainer.
Barbells offer the ultimate in versatility in weightlifting, allowing you to lift more weight than would be possible in dumbbells and thus achieve higher intensity. Combined with a solid power rack, you can train any part of the body.
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