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The olympic bars
The best for both
The olympic bar differs from the normal ones in that its weight is usually 20 kg, are longer (with measures on the 2.2 meters) and have ends with a diameter of 50 mm (to place olympic weights, the inner diameter of the discs is usually larger than that of standard discs).
We can find the olympic bars in many
There are also professional Olympic bars and calibrated. The olympic bar is compulsory in competitions of strength sports, such as
They are usually made of sturdy steel, capable of withstanding high quantities of weight (especially the competition ones). Some bars are chrome.
Ideally, especially for
The bar is used to do the exercises of different disciplines bodybuilding,
The olympic bar can have different measuresThere are bars from 1.2 m to 2.4 m in some cases. Shorter bars are normally used in
In a olympic bar, the central part (where it is gripped) has a smaller diameter than the ends (where the discs would be placed). This central area usually measures between 25 mm and 50 mm (as is the case of the Apollon bar: a special type of thicker bar to strengthen the forearm). Normally, the grip zone is about 28 mm.
They usually feature a knurled and roughened grip, which feels rough to the touch. This is to improve the lifter's grip.
At the ends of the bar discs are placed or removed. These ends are made of 50 mm the diameter of the Olympic discs is usually between 50 mm and 51 mm.
After the discs have been placed, they are secured by means of the closures o buffers security. The closures prevent the discs from slipping or slipping off and falling out. They must have a diameter that fits the 50 mm diameter of a olympic bar. They allow the athlete to make a much safer lift without force decompensation. The closures competition weights weigh about 2.5 kg and count towards the total weight lifted by the athlete.
The bar
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On the other hand, the lifting of
A olympic bar of
These are the specifications and dimensions of the bar
The bar
These are the specifications and dimensions of the
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The bars
Before buy a bar
-The bar
-One of the differences is that the bar has marked the grip zones to carry out the olympic exercises specific to
-BearingsThis is another of its characteristics. The bar
-ElasticityThe bar must be able to act as an "elastic", bending and deforming when subjected to high loads and then returning to its normal straight position. A good olympic bar should bend under weight but not become permanently deformed. It must be flexible, this feature improves the lifts.
-It is also important that it is strong enough to be dropped from above the head.
The olympic bar from man measures 2.2 meters and has a weight of 20 kg. It has ends of 50 mm diameter to fit Olympic discs and a grip diameter of 28 mm. The grip zone usually measures 1.31 m. The grip zones of the bar
It is similar to that of men. However, the bar
In the store you can buy both types of bars of
At
To be considered for buy a bar of
The shells of a bar
-The grip marks in a bar
The IPF has the following requirements: the bar must have a grip diameter of between 28 mm and 29 mm, be no more than 2.2 meters long and its central area must be between 1.31 m and 1.32 m. The knurling of a iPF approved bar cannot be coated in chrome. Must weigh 20 kg (only the olympic bar) and 25 kg with safety latches on. 2.5 kg each.
The total weight to be lifted varies according to the exercise and the discs used. It depends on whether the lift is
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- Some exercises of strongman are made with olympic bar squats y
- In sports
- The strength training bars in
- For strength training in
Apart from the classic long rods, there are a multitude of different rods that we can buy. Some of them are olympic bars are cheaper and others have a price higher. It all depends on the type of bar, whether it is professional or not, resistance, bearings, etc.
- TECHNICAL BAROlympic bars: they are generally light Olympic bars with weights between 7 kg and 15 kg. They are used with technical discs and are used by beginners and young athletes to get started in lifting. They can be found in
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- SZ BARThis bar can be used to work with biceps y triceps with free weight. It has a special grip shape that takes stress off the wrists. Its Olympic version is usually larger and heavier than standard bars.
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- DUMBBELL BARS: allow you to build
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- MULTI-GRIP OLYMPIC BAR: similar to a Roman bar but with many more grips.
Others accessories for olympic bar that we can buy in the online store include supports to place olympic bars (vertically or horizontally), pads for
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Undoubtedly one of the best olympic bars that we recommend buy, is that of the brand Eleiko. Made in Sweden and with a great quality and resistance. We have available the whole range: technical bars, as well as training and competition bars.
For
-Powerlifting
-Weightlifting Bar: started, loaded,
-Bodybuilding
Closures / topes of Eleiko for Halterophilia Competition. Certificates by the IMF. They have been carefully calibrateds and approved to keep records safe during competitions weightlifting professionals. Locks manufactured by casting at high precision. Designed with 50 mm width to allow more disk space on the bar.Couple price.
Weight lifting bar of high quality manufactured in pure steel. With chromed supports to place disks 50 mm. Bronze bearings. Especially designed for Powerlifting. Optimal grip (non-chrome grip area). Delivery in 3-8 business days.20 kg.2200 mm.IPF approved.
Technical bar for learning of movements weightlifting. Ideal for beginners. Recommend to use this bar with the technical discs.10 kg weight.Aluminium.2.20 m long. Delivery in 3-8 business days.
Technical bar of 5 kg weight for learning movements weightlifting. Ideal for beginners. Recommend to use this bar with the technical discs.5 kg weight.Aluminium.2.20 m long.Delivery in 3-8 business days.
Barra de weightlifting training high performance. No competition calibration.Stopeorphilia bar for women.Weight: 15 kg.Length: 2.01 m.Delivery in 3-8 business days.
Barra de weightlifting training high performance. No competition calibration.Stopeorphilia bar for man.Weight: 20 kg.Length: 2.2 m.Delivery in 3-8 business days.
Olympic bar weightlifting High performance Eleiko. For athletes weightlifting and force sports.15 kg.2,01 m.Olympic diameter 50 mm.Delivery in 3-8 business days.
Olympic bar weightlifting High performance Eleiko. For athletes weightlifting and force sports. This Olympic bar is for training. 20 kg of weight.2.2 m.Olympic diameter 50 mm.Delivery in 3-8 business days.
Eleiko Training Bar. Bar for multiple uses: weightliftingstrength, resistance... Cromada.15 kg.Length: 2.01 m.Diameter for Olympic discs 50 mm.Acgar diameter: 25 mm.Delivery in 3-8 business days.
Eleiko Training Bar. Bar for multiple uses: weightliftingstrength, resistance... Cromada.20 kg of weight.Length: 2.2 m.Diameter for Olympic discs 50 mm.Acgar diameter: 28 mm.Delivery in 3-8 business days.
Complete set of professional competition for weightlifting Eleiko. Includes professional Olympic bar of man (20 kg), disks weightlifting Olympics of all weights and frictional disks (do not move from the bar). Also included security closures.Total: 190 kg.Delivery on demand.Approved competition Halterophilia for IWF.Made in Sweden.
Set professional competition of powerlifting / Power uprising. From Eleiko. Includes professional Olympic bar powerlifting and many Olympic disks from 0,25 kg to 25 kg. Includes security closures for bar.Total: 335 kg.Delivery in 3-8 business days.Approved IPF for powerlifting.Made in Sweden.