Have you ever questioned why Olympic barbells are the gold standard for lifting? Whether you're pumping iron for gains, strength, or to feel stronger, the bar you lift can make a big difference, and Olympic barbells are in a class all by themselves. When you want to experience Olympic athlete-level training, you can trust Olympic bars.
Olympic barbells
To begin with, they're made to Olympic standards, which typically means they weigh roughly 44 lbs, are roughly 7 feet long, and can support a whole lot of weight. One of the coolest features you can find in Olympic barbells is its sleeve spin. That means when you’re doing lifts like cleans, snatches, or even heavy curls, the bar rotates with your movement, reducing stress on your wrists and elbows.
No matter if you're deadlifting, squatting, bench pressing, or overhead lifting, these bars will take a pounding and still pull like champions. So, if you want to lift heavier, move better, and get serious strength, premium fitness equipment like an Olympic barbell is a no-brainer. Here's a quick rundown of the three essential components you should know: bars, plate sets, and a sturdy plate rack.
1) The bar
Olympic bars are heavier, longer, and significantly stronger than your typical barbell. The special thing about these bars is the rotating sleeves, which stabilize your wrists and enable easier lifts, particularly on cleans or snatches. With knurling on the bar, you’ll feel more secure and in control while lifting big.
2) Plate sets
No bar is complete without weight plates, and for Olympic barbells, you'll want the real deal: Olympic-sized plates with a 2-inch center hole. Bumper Olympic plate sets are a good option; they're rubber, so you can drop them. They also usually come in color-coded, which is nice because you don't second-guess whether you're grabbing the weight you want.
3) Plate rack
Once you’ve got plates, you’ll need somewhere to store them. A plate rack or tree keeps your workout area organized and safe; no more tripping over loose weights! The Olympic plate rack also helps extend the life of your plates and makes loading/unloading the bar way easier.
Top exercises to try with Olympic barbells
Training with Olympic barbells unveils a new dimension of strength training opportunities. If you're at home or in a commercial facility, these are some easy methods for creating productive workouts with Olympic barbells.
A) Full-body power workout
Attempt a three-exercise circuit: deadlifts, overhead presses, and back squats. When you do Full-body power workout with Olympic barbells, it challenges your major muscle groups and creates strength quickly.
B) Olympic lifting fundamentals
Even if you’re not training for the Olympics, learning moves like the clean and press or the snatch can add fun and explosiveness to your routine. Start light, focus on form, and consider watching a few tutorials or working with a coach.
C) Push-pull split
On push day, perform bench presses, squats, and overhead presses with the barbell. Moderately load Olympic barbells and set your timer to 10 minutes for Push-pull split exercises. On pull day, do barbell rows, Romanian deadlifts, and cleans.
What’s so special about Olympic barbells in the gym?
With their standard weight and length (typically 20kg for men's bars), they're designed to support heavy weights and dynamic lifts such as cleans, snatches, and squats. What makes them truly stand out, though, is the rotating sleeves, which ensure reduced wrist stress and enhanced control of explosive movements. When you visit a premium fitness equipment supplier, compare Olympic barbells with other ordinary barbells and see the difference.
Start designing your gym with Olympic barbells
1) Olympic bar for men
Power your lifts with Men's Olympic Bars, constructed strong from heat-treated 190k PSI high-strength steel. This 7-foot, 20kg bar has a stylish and durable black zinc shaft, hardened chrome sleeves, and smooth double snap ring-capped brass bushings; no bolts are required! 28mm thick with double knurl markings for Olympic and powerlifting, this one's ideal for serious training.
2) Olympic bar for women
The Women's Olympic Bar is engineered for power and female Olympic lifting, with a tough 190k PSI tensile strength for serious performance. At 25mm thick and weighing 15kg, this bar complies with women's bar requirements and provides smooth whip and spin every time. With a 52" shaft and 12" loadable sleeves, it's small but strong.
3) Olympic plate sets
Take your home or gym setup to the next level with Olympic plate sets; constructed rugged with stainless steel inserts that perform better than the standard brass (no more loose centers!). The 2" center hole in these Olympic plate sets easily accommodates 10lb to 45lb Olympic bar.
4) Full set of Olympic rubber grip plates
Take your gym game to the next level with this Full Set of Olympic Rubber Grip Plates; 245 lbs of lift versatility! The comfortable, easy-grip handles load and unload effortlessly, and they're ideal for floor or decline bench core workouts. Constructed with a 2" stainless steel insert center, they are designed to accommodate all regular Olympic bars.
5) A-frame bumper plate tree
Keep your gym area tidy and organized with the A-Frame Bumper Plate Tree! This small, heavy-duty rack has 4 chrome pegs spaced just right to hold your bumper plates firmly in place. The intelligent A-frame Olympic plate rack design preserves floor space but still keeps your weight within reach.
6) Vertical bumper plate tree
Say hello to the Vertical Bumper Plate Tree; your space-saving storage solution for a neater, better-organized gym equipment station. This compact but strong tree has four 12" chrome pegs to securely hold your bumper plates out of the way, keeping them off the floor and at arm's length.
Why visit Extreme Training Equipment for gym apparatus?
Whether you're creating a home gym or equipping an entire training facility, Extreme Training Equipment has top-notch gym apparatus at prices that won't break the bank. From barbells and bumper plates to squat racks, benches, and beyond, it's all made strong and designed to last.