Pick Out the Best Strength Training Equipments

We have earlier provided information about weight training equipments that can tighten your upper body. Today we will highlight more such functional exercise equipments. Here we go.

Ab Crunch- Most of us fantasize about flaunting the perfectly shaped

abdomen. Now it is easy to fulfill your dream with the help of Ab Crunch exercise machine. It has an adjustable seat and a starting position that makes it easy to use. The sealed pillow block bearings has made possible to experience a full range crunching movement.

Neck Machine- Neck is one area of the body that is usually ignored by weight training

equipments. However, with this particular exercise machine, you can train your neck like never before. The dual rotating headpiece makes it different from the regular fitness equipments. The simple design of the Neck Machine keeps your head in the right position while you are working out.

The unique fact of this equipment is that the user can exercise the neck muscles from four various directions. It also has a comfortable padding and you can easily change the weight from your current exercise position. Other features of the Neck Machine include four handgrips and an adjustable seat.

Adjustable Cable Column- Adjustable Cable Column is a flexible exercise equipment, which allows several workouts within a small footprint. You can slide the handle/ pulley mechanism up and down to the chosen height on the column with laser-cut numbers. Attach the grip to the cable and work out. This machine even allows for leg and hip exercises.

Standing Bicep Curl- Shape up your biceps like never before with this unique fitness machine. With a small footprint and a natural progression of movement, Standing Bicep Curl can be the ultimate fitness equipment.

It is recommended to choose the fitness equipment that suits your requirements and lifestyle the best.

Olympic Benches – A Fitness Tool to Increase Your Strength Training Endurance

Olympic benches are great training tools that many powerlifters use to increase their overall strength training endurance. However, it gets most confusing when it comes time to pick the best Olympic benches, thanks to the availability of the boundless selections at local and online stores. Therefore, it is recommended to make some market research before finalizing any fitness equipment. The sole purpose of these strength-training machines is to provide a stable and supportive device so that you can perform the exercises in both sitting position and while lying flat. Therefore, go for those devices that allow to make modifications to focus on different areas of your body.

While looking for an Olympic bench, make sure that the strength training device is in line with you, i.e. the bench is a good fit with your height and weight. Another factor that you need to consider is the sturdiness. Whether you are buying this fitness equipment for working on a particular part of your body or for all types of weight routines, make sure feel secure while using this device to lift weights. One may even opt for the multiple-purpose Olympic benches; they come with an attachment that allows you to perform various exercises. You can use the attachment to work on the leg muscles, abs and other parts of the body.

The construction of this strength-training machine must also be considered. Needless to say that the device must support the weights you are using. The key adjustment area of the bench must be study enough to lift huge amount of weight. And at the same time, it must not be difficult to move about. You can go for those Olympic benches that come with catches that keep the device from falling down.

At Westside Barbell, you can get some of the most reliable Olympic benches that are used by the pro powerlifters and World and National Champion powerlifters.

Olympic Benches used by Westside Barbell Powerlifters

In our previous post, we discussed the factors that one must consider while shopping for an Olympic bench. Now, it’s time to focus on some of the benches that are used by the legendary powerlifter Louie Simmons and other powerlifters of Westside Barbell.

Olympic Decline Bench
This strength-training device is known for its ability to fire every nerve of your chest and can create separation between your Pecs to complete the torso. It allows a multijoint movement to increase strength in each major upper body lift. In fact, this Olympic bench is built to deliver strength and is suitable for all body types. This fitness equipment weighs 220 lbs and comes with welded mainframe. The adjustable and vinyl covered roller pads of this bench allow for various user torso lengths. It has pop pin adjustment and elevated knee position helps to avoid hyperextension of your lower back. For Olympic bar placement, this strength-training device comes with ABS Protective Wear Guards.

Olympic Incline Bench
This Olympic bench is not only impressive in appearance; it provides the best possible overhead shoulder training for powerlifters. The supported back position ensures that you can rely on this machine while performing overhead shoulder training. You can lean back on a 35° angle to put the hurt on the upper chest; the adjustable seat ensures that you are always correctly positioned. Other features include 3" square tubing, and a large spotter's platform that allows assistance to arrive just in time. This strength training equipment weighs around 270 lbs.

You can more information about the Olympic benches used by Westside Barbell powerlifters in our next blog post.

Bandbell Bar – A Specialty Bar to Change Your Gym

One of the most economical ways to create a powerlifting gym is to get a good power rack (to avoid injuries), plates and dumbbells, and finally some bars. In fact, these specialty bars can change your gym completely. The Bandbell bar, for example, can easily boost your strength training routine. This patent pending specialty bar take your fitness exercise a step ahead. You can attach kettle bells and bands to this bar for performing all kind of pressing.


The Bandbell bar can help you to learn press correctly. This fitness equipment helps you to contract all the pressing muscles including the last, arms, chest, and dolts. To use the kettle bells for most effective bar pressing, you can double up a mini-band and hang them from the bar. This must be done around the handle the kettle bells. Since this can be very precarious and taxing, it is recommended to use spotters. At Westside Barbell, many powerlifters use kettle bells for band pressing, which have produced great results. However, remember to stop the kettle bells along with the bar from accelerating while you lower the bar to your chest.

This requires proper technique and practice. The elasticity of the band will force the kettle bells to lower further, even though you stop the bar. And the bells will continue to move in all direction, just like an oscillating pendulum. This may create a chaotic state, if you cannot stop the bells in time. The bells will continue to move upward, once they reach lockout. To provide stability, you must work all your pressing muscles together.

The Bandbell bar can hold up to 200 lbs.