would this be a good bar to role over muscle groups to stretch out before working out?
105865
I'm sure you can use it for that but there are definitely cheaper tools targeted for that specific use. I used this bar for practicing the technique and form of my Olympic lifts. You can use it for whatever you like though!! Good luck
1761764
I just got it, waiting for plates to arrive, but yes, it seems to be a pretty solid bar...a bit greasy upon arrival but once cleaned up, I used it to practice snatch form with just bar...It's no Rogue but good enough for home gym use for sure!
82474
No, it is not necessary. It will help build up your arms but I am a senior and not worried about that. I use the bars for only 3% of my exercise. The other 97% I am reading while I work my legs for an hour. I like it all. Good Luck to you.
440880
The bar does come out a fair amount, but there are handles that come out to enable push-ups. These might get in the way depending on what kind of movements you are going to do.
394993
I use it with dumbbell's, both with one arm or two. Not much different from using a bar.
193801
It could be, but trust me you don't want to use this for crossfit. The ends are loose and it will be noisy and damaging to any plates you put on. And the grip will be awful. This is made to be a cheap curl/rack bar
707706
You might be able to depending on your torso length but I am going to say probably not. It would definitely be uncomfortable. Great for push-up, pull-ups, lunges, and etc.
170704
I wear the brace at night and on a daily basis. There isn't much to this brace, so I personally would not recommend it for use during a workout, although i suppose that very much depends on the kind of workout you wish to do. The metal bar that the brace is made up of would make it very difficult to grasp handles or weights.
1382324
It would definitely be useful working out with dumbells. I use mine for just about every activity I do which includes working out with dumbells. Can't beat the price.
383791
Yes - and no. There are instructions to put the bands over your shoulders and lean forward. It kind of hurt the tops of my shoulders. I would think it should be part of your strengthening routine but not all.
798073
I had 35 on each bar and it was fine until I set it down. The bars bend very easily because they are cheap. If you don't slam your weights you should be ok. Would put them over your head though, look for a threaded handle for that.
700914
No, I was really disappointed in this bar and regret buying it. It is not really designed to fold up each day, it is much bigger and bulkier than I expected and takes up way to much space to leave up daily. It is a strong dependable bar if you have a room designated to working out.
470989
Yes, I'm using a 1 1/4 inch (1.25") Stud bar (google it, not the bar in SFO it's a chin up bar) you'll be fine, no regrets. I'm using it less and less over time but helps you get used to the reps
648502
A lot of postures or exercises you will need to put one of your legs on one bar and hold on to another bars or even use both bars at the same times. I have seen my daughter using both bars at her stretch exercise most of the time.
858925
I'm a personal trainer and in my opinion, this bar works your core mostly and not the legs or rear. There is a great emphasis on trunk stabilization. Depending on your goals, the lower body can increase endurance by using the bar if you hold a position; (a lunge for example) while using the bar. But I wouldn't expect significant changes in muscle growth or fat loss in the lower body by using this tool. Hope this helps.
2061377
As someone who only had standard plates I was glad to find this bar. I'm using it for squats, which I haven't been able to do for years because of a back problem. Great for shrugs too!
367773
I use this to stretch (leg up, fold over, chest to thigh) and practice barre on. I don't have any issues with it. You can adjust the bottom part by moving it forward or backward depending on how you'll be using it and where your weight will be distributed, this can help if you feel it's unstable.