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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
Weight: 15 kg. Bar with maximum load of 1000 lb (about 450 kg) weightlifting 32 cm cargo area. BUY NOW
Weight: 20 kg. Barra weightlifting with maximum load of 1500 lb or 680 kg Charging area of 41.5 cm. grip diameter 28 mm. BUY NOW
Core trainer for Olympic and 28mm bar. Discs and bar not included. BUY NOW
85 cm Roman chrome olympic bar. Ideal for working biceps and triceps. BUY NOW
Bar designed to perform tricep training exercises. Dimensions: 86 x 20 cm. BUY NOW
Bodytone brand Olympic bar made of highly resistant chromed steel BUY NOW
All evergy Olympic bars with high quality steel structure and hard chrome finish ensure resistance and durability. BUY NOW
All evergy Olympic bars with high quality steel structure and hard chrome finish BUY NOW
Technical bar weightlifting 10 kg weight available in two colors in the grip area: blue and pink. BUY NOW
Olympic bar, chrome of 2.20 meters. BUY NOW
Bar of 2.00m length, and a weight of 15kg. It has 25mm grip. Support a maximum load of 450kg (1000 lb) BUY NOW
2.20m length bar, and a weight of 20kg. It has 4 bearings for the weight loading area. BUY NOW