Weight Plates and Barbells, whether that's the Olympic, Standard or Studio variety, are favoured by the most experienced bodybuilders and weightlifters throughout the world over weight machines (such as Multi Gyms or Cable Machines). This is because weight machines are more restrictive. Whilst weight machines are still an important part of any strength training routine, they do not offer the same benefits as free weights. Different Types of Weight Plates Standard Weights You don't have permission to access "http://www.argos.co.uk/browse/sports-and-leisure/weights/barbells/c:693343/" on this server. Fully machined and assembled in Columbus, Ohio, the Rogue 10KG Junior Bar is a beginner’s/technique barbell manufactured with the same quality and precision as our standard competition bars. This item is available at a heavily discounted price due to being a customer return or ex-display item. Much like regular barbells, but much stronger, longer, and with a bigger sleeve diameter. Built to withstand the impact of intense, heavy exercises and allow users to work out to their max.

Barbells are a very popular form of weight training equipment. Professional bodybuilders to fitness enthusiasts in gyms, fitness classes and at home use barbells with weight plates to support their strength training goals, whether that be to build muscle or generally tone. Used with weight plates, barbells are highly effective in building your strength as they require you to utilise your stabilising muscles to lift the weights, rather than rely on weight machines, which can also be restrictive. You have to use your own power. Training with barbells also provides you with more natural movement so you can perform a wider range of exercises. Additionally, barbells are far more space efficient than weight machines, making them very handy for using at home. Standard Barbells This item isavailable at a heavily discounted price due to being a customer return or ex-display item. The Junior Bar is built with quality bronze bushings and a snap ring design comparable to our original Rogue Bar and Bella Bar. If you want a beginner's or youth barbell that delivers the durability and reliable spin of the best bars in the industry, this is your choice. Barbells are the perfect partner for a complete workout and doing a wide variety of weight training exercises. A little bonus? Its optimised grip. Barbells are a very popular form of weight training equipment. Professional bodybuilders to fitness enthusiasts in gyms, fitness classes and at home use barbells with weight plates to support their strength training goals, whether that be to build muscle or generally tone. Used with weight plates, barbells are highly effective in building your strength as they require you to utilise your stabilising muscles to lift the weights, rather than rely on weight machines, which can also be restrictive. You have to use your own power. Training with barbells also provides you with more natural movement so you can perform a wider range of exercises. Additionally, barbells are far more space efficient than weight machines, making them very handy for using at home. Olympic BarbellsOlympic weights are larger than standard weights and have a 2" diameter hole in the centre of the weight plate. Olympic weight plates come in the following sizes: 1.25kg, 2.5kg, 5kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg, 25kg 50kg. Olympic weights are better suited for intermediate/advanced strength trainers who are lifting heavier weights than the novice/beginner lifter. Olympic barbells are also stronger than standard barbells with a maximum weight load up to 750kg! Cast Iron Weights The bar shaft is made from precision ground alloy steel. The strength of the shaft is tested with every shipment of raw material to ensure we have a consistent 180,000 PSI tensile strength. This attention to detail also allows for an excellent whip and long-term performance of our bars. Rubber encased weights are cast iron weights that are covered/enclosed by rubber. The rubber coating helps protect the weight from chipping and also reduces the chances of floor surfaces scratching or damaging. What Fitness Superstore Offers You Olympic barbells are popular type free weight equipment that is present in almost every gym. One of the most adaptable exercise tools that allows you to hit PBs in your squat, bench, deadlift, and so much more.

Standard weights are smaller in comparison to Olympic weights and are recommended for the novice/beginner. Standard weights have a 1" diameter hole in the centre of the weight plate. Standard weight plates come in the following sizes: 0.5kg, 1.25kg, 2.5kg, 5kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg 25kg. A standard barbell maximum weight is around 120kg. Once you are lifting near this limit, you will need to consider Olympic weights. Olympic Weights The 10KG Junior Performance Training Bar is of the same precision quality and construction as some of our most elite barbells. This is an excellent tool for the junior or beginning lifter and can be used for a variety of training applications. The distance between the collars is the same as a competition barbell, so there's a smoother transition as the lifter advances. The bar shaft and sleeves are coated in hard chrome for added durability. Bumper grip weights usually have a 2 or 3 grip design which allows easy transition of the weight. The rim of the weight plate is surrounded by rubber which helps protect the weight from chipping and also reduces the chances of floor surfaces scratching or damaging. Rubber Encased Weights

We have a variety of Olympic bars available to make sure we can meet the needs of all of our customers. This includes bars such as the 15kg functional training bar, the 7ft Olympic bar, the Fully machined and assembled in Columbus, Ohio, the Rogue 10 KG Junior Bar is a beginner’s/technique barbell manufactured with the same quality and precision as our standard competition bars.

Cast iron weights are the most popular form of weight plate. Their low manufacturing costs helps keep the price low in comparison to other types of weights. Bumper Grip Weights