Technical Specifications
- Grip Diameter: 32 mm
- Weight: 3.0 kg
- Coating: Black Titanium with knurled surface
- Compatibility: SSB Uni Strength V1 and V2
- Fitting: screw onto the SSB threaded posts, swap in 30 seconds
Recommended Exercises with the SSB Bar
| Classic SSB Squat |
Quadriceps, glutes, upper back |
Intermediate |
Overall leg strength, upright posture |
| Box Squat SSB |
Quadriceps, posterior chain |
Intermediate |
Concentric power, depth control |
| Paused SSB Squat |
Quadriceps, stabilizers, core |
Advanced |
Elimination of rebound, strength at the bottom |
| SSB Split Squat |
Quadriceps, glutes, balance |
Intermediate |
Correction of imbalances, stability |
| SSB Walking Lunges |
Quadriceps, glutes, cardio |
All levels |
Muscular endurance, coordination |
| SSB Good Morning |
Hamstrings, erectors, upper back |
Advanced |
Posterior chain strengthening, secure position |
| SSB Tempo Squat (4-0-2-0) |
Quadriceps, motor control |
Advanced |
Hypertrophy and technique |
| Hatfield Squat (hands on rack) |
Quadriceps, isolation |
Intermediate |
Secure overload, quadriceps focus |
| SSB Zercher-style Squat |
Core, quadriceps, upper back |
Advanced |
Core engagement, functional transfer |
SSB Chain Handles: The Anti-Cheat Accessory for More Effective Squats
The chain handles, popularized as "Nunchaku" by physical trainer Killian Hagen, represent a major evolution for your Safety Squat Bar training. This accessory is part of our range of specialty Olympic bars, designed for demanding athletes.
Why Choose Chain Handles?
Unlike traditional rigid handles, the chains force you to keep the bar in a low position. It's impossible to push upwards to help you: each repetition fully engages your quadriceps, glutes, and spinal erectors.
Result: you develop real functional strength, without compensation or cheating, even unintentionally.
Which SSB Handle to Choose?
The chains also let your hands find their natural position on every rep, reducing stress on your elbows and wrists, a real plus if rigid handles bother you.
If you are looking for joint comfort or versatility, other options are available in our range. The L Handle with its 90° angle reduces wrist stress and allows you to use your SSB for rowing. The Long Handles offer an extended lever arm for those who prefer a wider grip or want more lateral control over the bar.
For Who?
These handles are designed for intermediate and advanced lifters looking to strengthen their squat without cheating, demanding strength coaches, and strength athletes seeking optimal transfer to competition.
Frequently asked questions
What are the specifications of the SSB chain handles?
32 mm grip diameter, 3 kg, Black Titanium coating with a knurled surface, compatible with the Uni Strength SSB V1 and V2.
Why chain handles?
Unlike rigid handles, the chains make any compensation with the arms impossible: the load is stabilised with the back and legs alone, which fully recruits the quadriceps, glutes and spinal erectors. They were popularised under the name Nunchaku by strength coach Killian Hagen.
Which exercises can you do with them?
Classic SSB squat, box squat, paused squat, split squat, walking lunges, good morning, tempo squat, Hatfield squat and Zercher style squat.
Who are these handles for?
Intermediate and advanced lifters who want to build their squat without cheating, strength coaches and strength athletes looking for transfer to competition. For joint comfort or rowing, the L or long handles are better suited.
How are the handles fitted?
They screw onto the SSB threaded posts, like all our handles, and swapping takes about 30 seconds.
