Anyone using these for doing calf raises with 200# on a barbell? I'm concerned they will squash down with my weight plus a couple hundred more. Thanks.
506734
I would not do calf raises on them with weights, it is made of a firm foam material but squishy. I think it would squash down or move around under you and be unsafe. Good for stretching calf only in my opinion. Hope this helps!
506735
Will not work for calf raises or squats as too soft (especially for 200+lb) and narrow for proper alignment. Best way to work the calf is a single foot lift off edge of a step- add a loaded back pack for extra weight if needed.This foam board is really for just a simple static stretch to the calf muscles.
506736
I use these primarily just for stretching out my tight calves, and I do think they are a bit squishy. I think it feels nice because it slightly hugs my foot, but with no added weight you will still have an imprint similar to laying on a memory foam mattress. I don't think #200 could flatten these, but you might heavily imprint them. They are mighty resilient though, so it might just bounce back each time.
2118782
I primarily use these straps for dead lifts and rows. They work great and allow me to train well beyond my hand strength. I have used them for pull downs, but never chin ups. I would imagine they would work fine as long as the bar is low enough to get them wrapped properly. If you have to jump up to the bar you won't be able to get them on unless you used a stool or chair.
371670
I don't know the load rating. I've never put more than 225 on because I am lifting without a spotter. I'm sure if I slipped with 225 it would kill me just as fast as 250 or 315, but 225 is all I've put so far. They've been stable.
797234
You could, but honestly it's pointless. I use them for heavy bag workouts with some 14oz gloves and they're very supportive. The only thing that lacks support with them is thumb support. I use them for heavy bag workouts under my gloves and they work like a charm.
2240820
I weight 170lb and have no problem. I think that even up to 200 may be ok. May need to tighten up the slack though.
224773
These aren't really made to increase your grip. They work good with curl bars and dumbells and I have done pull ups with them without much of a problem. You won't GAIN grip with these though
1956106
I am a powerlifter so only use them for deadlifts. They seem good. No sock is invincible, if you are going to constantly scrape a sock against a bar or a rope they will eventually break down. But better a $10-15 sock then your shin.
123930
I have had them for about a month and a half and been doing p90x with them. I have had no problem with them and no injuries. I would not drop them but on the other hand you shouldn't drop any dumbbells. I am glad I bought them.
289190
Hmm. Good question. I weigh 178 so no problems and my friend who is 200 uses it all the time. My very rough guess is that if you weighed north of 230 I'd try one first.
197364
Why should you not could make plank row type exercise with these water filled dumbbells? But maybe they are not that handy for they are quite big when filled up. The waterfilled dumbells may be inappropriate for this type exercise, because small light dumbells are what the most people choose to use. To get the right amount of weight you may have adust the 4 dumbells to exact the same, this can be tricky.If they would break or leak? I guess not. They are what they are, and the quality of them are quite good. I use them only when i´m travelling. Cheers
504994
I often use these as resistance for pullups off low pegs on a power rack. They work well. The only downer for you is that they don't come in sets of the same resistance. They'd do well if you don't mind spending the extra money...
152815
We use these them for exercise and/or grappling on the floor. They are of good quality but with Olympic weights I am not sure how they will stand the test of time. I do recommend them though.
463937
Really well, I'd say as good as a pair of dedicated wrist wraps. They work well for heavy bench presses, and squats (to help stabilize the bar). The straps are long, so they'll fit a variety of wrist sizes.
1642110
I just purchased these, so I am in the experimental stage of use. I noticed a definite difference just doing light curls. I attached them to a pair of 25# d.b.'s and then took them off for a set and there is a noticeable difference. I am not an Exercise Scientist by any means, but I have to assume increased resistance is going to be beneficial, and would translate to all lifts. If that helps, glad I could.
616329
I have only tried them with 250 pounds but had no problem with that weight. I have no idea what they are officially rated for - of even if they have a rating.
691498
I have the CAP 15 pound plates which the often sell cheap and can get 150 pounds of plates on the curl 47 inch Z-curl bar with no problems plus the bar at 12 pounds gives me 162 pounds. I could probably If I use my 25's with the 15's and other smaller plates I often do 3 inch close grip bench presses (for the triceps) with the 47 in Z-curl bar and can get 197 pounds on there for sets of 12 reps. I imagine if one put 50's on there you could get well over 200.
178087
There is definitely much resistance pushing them down. I feel my legs are much stronger. Yes. They are great. Use them three times a week.