Bars are one of the most iconic pieces of strength training equipment and are also the items with an additional 5% discount in the “Deals of The Week.” Every week, BOOMFIT gives you the chance to get an extra discount on a category of equipment or accessories. It's an excellent opportunity to get the product you want at an even lower price!
Being the top choice for athletes and professionals, Bars are essential equipment to develop strength and power while promoting muscle growth and fat loss.
There are many exercises you can perform with the Bars that BOOMFIT offers – the Free Weight Bars and the Fixed Weight Bars. But the real challenge is "how to choose?"
So, in this article, we will give you some insights on how to select strength training Bars for your fitness space, which features you should focus on, and how to make your equipment last longer.
Not all Bars are the same!
Choosing one (or more) Bar(s) for your gym or space should always consider the type of services you want to offer your athletes and, of course, the space available.
If you’re starting out in the fitness world, the best option might be to begin with a Bar that is as versatile as possible and gradually expand your equipment portfolio.
However, you should also look at the specifications and features of the Bar itself, such as the material used, load capacity, coating (to facilitate maintenance and prevent wear), grip, and, of course, after-sales service and price! All these aspects, though some may seem unrelated, are essential to ensuring your athletes’ training safety and making sessions more efficient with better results.
Maintenance is also an important aspect to consider, both when choosing equipment and during post-training care. You should choose equipment that allows for regular cleaning and maintenance: a dry cloth should be enough to remove sweat or any residues left on the Bar. Some lubricant might also be needed for the disc areas. However, all these instructions are included in the manual accompanying each piece of equipment: there, you will find all specific information, including which products you can and cannot use to keep the bar in excellent condition and essential care procedures.
Discover BOOMFIT's Bars!
BOOMFIT is always adding new products to its portfolio, and when it comes to Bars, it’s no exception. Two main groups of bars are available:
👉 Free Weight Bars
This group includes several types of Olympic Bars, to which you can add weights according to your needs. Besides the regular Olympic Bar, there are also Z bars (ideal for avoiding wrist and elbow pain and designed for arm workouts), the Hexagonal Olympic Bar (used to improve athlete performance through compound exercises such as deadlifts, bench presses, or bent-over rows), and the Olympic triceps bar (for more specific triceps training, allowing freer arm movement).
👉 Fixed Weight Bars
On the other hand, Fixed Weight Bars are designed to withstand the toughest workouts. The weights are coated with impact-resistant rubber, enhancing durability while protecting the floor, reducing noise, and making maintenance and cleaning easier. These bars are ideal for compound exercises like squats or military press, allowing multiple muscle groups to be trained while improving coordination and balance. They come in weights of 10kg, 12.5kg, 15kg, 17.5kg, 20kg, 22.5kg, 25kg, and 30kg.
Final considerations
More than a “must-have” in any fitness space, the Bar is equipment that helps create more challenging and effective training plans.
Introducing Bars into your athletes’ training sessions will allow you to increase intensity while working multiple muscles simultaneously, gaining muscle mass and burning calories. It becomes a complete and versatile piece of equipment.
If you’re unsure which Bar is best for your fitness space, our team can help: contact us to find the equipment that best suits your needs.
Happy training!
