Factory Weights Women's Barbells for Commercial & Home Gyms

Our Range of Women’s Barbells

At Factory Weights, we offer a variety of 15kg speciality women’s barbells suitable for an array of training styles and competitions, including Olympic weightlifting.

This versatility makes them a great addition to any fitness equipment collection. Each bar also boasts a robust design and high load-bearing capacity for heavy-duty use and long-term durability. Here’s what you can expect from our women’s barbell selection.

2-Inch Women’s Olympic Barbells

Our specialised women’s Olympic barbells are compatible with standard Olympic weight plates and is the best choice for anyone performing Olympic lifts, such as snatches and clean and jerks. Certain bars also boast IWF and IPF knurl markings, making them ideal for competition use. Their specifications include:

• Weight: 15kg

• Bar length: 2010mm

• Shaft diameter: 25mm

• Loading sleeve length: 320mm

• Loading sleeve diameter: 50mm

• Weight capacity: 453kg

• Bearing type: 4 Bearings

• Shaft finish: Black zinc or chrome finish

• Sleeve finish: Black zinc or chrome

• Knurling: Mild, dual knurl marking (IWF & IPF)

Suitable for commercial gym environments, we stock a selection of female barbells designed for durability and functionality. These bars have a black zinc finish and are intended for high-rep workouts, making them a great choice for anyone who needs a robust women’s CrossFit barbell.

Short Stop Barbells

Our Short-Stop barbell has similar functionalities as the full 7ft Olympic barbell, but with shorter sleeves, making it perfect for small spaces. Here are the key details:

• Total length: 183cm

• Weight: 15kg

• Shaft length: 132cm

• Shaft diameter: 28mm

• Loadable sleeve length: 22cm

• Sleeve diameter: 50mm

• Shaft material: Black Zinc

• Sleeve material: Hardened chrome

• Tensile strength: 190k PSI

• Bronze bushings

• Knurl type: Medium

• Knurl marks: Dual Knurl marks IPF/IWF

• Centre knurling: No

• Good whip

Take your strength and fitness to the next level with Factory Weights. Shop from our comprehensive selection today!

Barbells for Women - FAQs

Are you considering buying a female barbell but need more information? Review our answers to some frequently asked questions below.

What’s the Difference Between Olympic Bars for Men and Women?

The IWF (International Weightlifting Federation) has provided different specifications for ladies' Olympic barbells. Each barbell used in professional competitions adheres to these guidelines. Here is an overview of what you can expect from these bars:

Female Olympic barbells:

• Weight: 15kg

• Length: 201cm

• Sleeve diameter: 2 inches

• Shaft diameter: 25mm

Male Olympic barbells:

• Weight: 20kg

• Length: 220cm

• Sleeve diameter: 2 inches

• Shaft diameter: 28mm

Who Can Use a Barbell for Women?

Despite its name, a women’s weight bar (also sometimes called a ladies barbell) is suitable for everyone.

Its lighter, more compact design makes it easy to use as a training bar. This is ideal if you’re a beginner weightlifter, still building up your strength or perfecting your form. The narrower shaft is also an excellent solution for anyone with smaller hands.

When lifting weights, we recommend choosing a bar that feels most comfortable for you. This will help reduce the risk of accidents or injuries so you can focus solely on your workout.

What Are the Benefits of Strength Training with Barbells?

Barbel exercises offer several advantages, including:

• Builds full-body strength: You can use barbells to target multiple muscle groups, without paying the price of large amounts of equipment.

• Supports progressive overload: Adjusting the weight allows you to continuously challenge your muscles.

• Enhances bone health: Resistance training strengthens bones and joints.

• Offers versatility: Incorporating barbells into functional exercise circuits and cross-training is easier than using weight machines.

• Provides functional strength: Using barbells requires stability as the weights aren’t secured to a machine.

Are you struggling to find the perfect women's barbell weight for your needs? Contact us for expert advice and tailored recommendations.

Factory Weights: Robust Women’s Barbell Sets in the UK

Factory Weights has been supplying commercial and home gym equipment throughout the UK since 2021. To make fitness accessible to all, we offer a wide selection of durable, functional fitness and weightlifting equipment at affordable prices.

We also provide commercial and home gym design services, covering everything from equipment selection to delivery and installation. Our UK-designed products and expert support are trusted by professionals to create high-performance exercise spaces.

Check out our comprehensive range of strength equipment, including weight benches and squat stands.

Ordering & Delivery

We offer delivery throughout the UK with express shipping options available from just £5. Your total shipping costs are calculated at checkout.

While large or heavy orders may take up to 3 days to arrive, orders placed before 3pm on a working day enjoy our next-day delivery service.

Kickstart your weightlifting progress with reliable women’s barbells from Factory Weights. Shop our online selection today for products that are heavy on quality but light on price.