SPECIALITY BARS

Our Range of Speciality Bars

When it comes to strength equipment, using standard bars and weight plates is a great way to build muscle and increase your overall fitness. However, different bars are better suited to certain movements, such as squats and bench presses. We stock a selection of speciality products for specific workouts and training styles.

Our broad range boasts high-quality, durable designs and includes everything from Swiss bars and Olympic curl bars to loadable dumbbells. Depending on your goals, you can use your speciality barbells to perform full-body workouts or target specific muscle groups. 

Here’s what you can expect from our range of speciality barbells.

Straight Bars 

Explore ultimate versatility with our straight bar collection. We have everything from a lightweight studio pump bar, also called a body bar, to a... Read More

Our Range of Speciality Bars

When it comes to strength equipment, using standard bars and weight plates is a great way to build muscle and increase your overall fitness. However, different bars are better suited to certain movements, such as squats and bench presses. We stock a selection of speciality products for specific workouts and training styles.

Our broad range boasts high-quality, durable designs and includes everything from Swiss bars and Olympic curl bars to loadable dumbbells. Depending on your goals, you can use your speciality barbells to perform full-body workouts or target specific muscle groups. 

Here’s what you can expect from our range of speciality barbells.

Straight Bars 

Explore ultimate versatility with our straight bar collection. We have everything from a lightweight studio pump bar, also called a body bar, to a dyno bar with sliding hand grips. Our range additionally includes uniquely designed loadable dumbbell bars which pair perfectly with 2-inch Olympic plates. 

Strongman Bars

A sturdy grip is essential for many competitive Strongman events. From a thick axle bar to pairs of farmer's walk handles, we have the perfect bars for intense grip strength training. For those wanting to take their lifts to the next level, we also offer sturdy Strongman bars with 300kg load-bearing capacities. 

Neutral Grip Bars

Our selection of bars with neutral grips includes Olympic Swiss bars (also called a multi-grip barbell) and Olympic tricep bars. Other bars listed are hex bars, also known as closed and open trap bar varieties ideal for deadlift enthusiasts. 

Correctly holding a neutral grip bar requires facing your palms towards one another. This position is more natural than the upward or downward grip required by a traditional barbell and places less strain on your wrists and shoulders. You benefit from being able to lift heavier loads easily.

Safety Squat Bars

Ideal for Olympic weightlifting squats, these safety bars feature a rubber coating and front grip for increased comfort and stability. A safety squat bar is designed to reduce pressure on your shoulders and force you to engage your core. This boosts safety while squatting heavy loads and improves your overall squatting technique.

Safety squat bars are also called yoke bars and are great for those who intend to work out with knee injuries or limited mobility in their hips. You can build strength in the gym while reducing stress on your injuries with a yoke bar.

Curl Bars

Unlike traditional bars, ez curl bars facilitate a more natural grip position. The cambered bar design helps to reduce the pressure on your wrists and elbows during a workout. 

These bars are also generally quite lightweight (our Olympic curl bar weighs just 6kg), making them a good choice for beginners progressing from a technique bar.   

Take your weight training to the next level with speciality barbells. Explore our comprehensive online range and discover the perfect bar to help you reach your gym goals. 

FAQs

With so many versatile bar products available, it can be a challenge to find the right speciality bar for your needs. To help guide you, here are our answers to some frequently asked questions.

How do I choose the right speciality bar? 

Choosing the right speciality bar depends on each person and their fitness goals. Here are some useful questions to consider before making your purchase. 

• What muscles do you want to target? Certain bars are better for targeting certain muscle groups. For example, a curl bar is ideal for working your triceps and biceps. Knowing which areas you want to focus on will help you narrow down your bar options.  

• Do you have any injuries? Speciality bars are designed to help reduce the strain often experienced during barbell exercises. If you have a shoulder injury but still want to train your upper body, safety squat bars would be the perfect solution to not overload your nervous system. 

• How much versatility are you looking for? While all speciality weightlifting bars are fairly versatile, some have higher levels of multi-functionality than others. For example, open trap bars allow a greater range of movement than closed ones, making them ideal for a more versatile workout. 

What exercises can I do with a Swiss barbell?

Swiss bars are among the most popular speciality barbells on the market thanks to their versatility. They are commonly used for rowing and pressing exercises (think bench press and overhead shoulder press reps) that target your chest, shoulders, and upper back muscles. 

However, your options don’t stop there. This multi-grip bar can perform squats and deadlifts for an intense lower-body workout. You can rack up gains with specialty weightlifting bars.

Still curious about our range of speciality bars? Contact our friendly team on 0800 470 0945 for more information. 

Factory Weights: Home & Commercial Gym Equipment Suppliers 

Factory Weights is a leading home and commercial gym equipment supplier in the UK. We are dedicated to making fitness both accessible and affordable for everyone. In line with this goal, we provide workout gear that is built strong but won’t break the bank. 

Our offerings include everything from powerlifting equipment to functional fitness equipment and CrossFit equipment. This diverse range ensures all our customers can find the perfect fitness gear.

We stock a variety of weightlifting gear in addition to our speciality barbells. Explore our collections of weight plates and benches to elevate your weighted strength training.

Ordering & Delivery

We offer efficient delivery throughout the UK and will calculate your shipping costs at checkout. 

Are you eager to receive your ez curl bars or multi-grip Swiss bar as soon as possible? We offer express shipping on purchases from £5. You can also enjoy next-day delivery for orders placed before 3 pm on a working day.

Enhance your weightlifting with speciality bars and targeted workouts. Explore Factory Weight’s online range of speciality barbells in the UK today.