The ideal Olympic bar for bodybuilding and powerlifting: The UF Basic 50 mm bar offers Olympic dimensions and robust construction, ideal for exercisers looking for a versatile bar. With a 350 kg load capacity and 12 cm central knurling, this bar guarantees a secure grip and excellent support during squats and other exercises.
Key features:
- Total length: 220 cm, in compliance with Olympic standards.
- Diameter: 28 mm, offering a solid, comfortable grip.
- Tensile strength: 160,000 PSI steel.
- Weight: 20 kg, perfect for a variety of workouts.
- Load capacity: Up to 350 kg, for intense performance.
- Robust materials: Zinc coating for durability and corrosion resistance.
- Olympic sleeves: Closed with an Apollon endcap, no visible bolt.
UF Basic Olympic Bar Exercises
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Type of exercise
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Target muscles
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Description
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Squats
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Quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes
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Place the bar on your trapezius using the central knurling for good stability during the movement.
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Bench press
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Chest, triceps, anterior deltoids
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Ideal for strengthening the upper body with a heavy load thanks to Olympic dimensions.
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Deadlift
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Back, glutes, hamstrings, trapezius
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Designed to support high loads (350 kg max), perfect for this multi-joint exercise.
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Rowing barre (bent-over row)
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Back, biceps, trapezius
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Use the bar to effectively target back muscles with a tight grip.
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Clean and press
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Shoulders, quadriceps, glutes, triceps
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Full-body work, ideal for developing explosiveness and coordination.
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Overhead press
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Deltoids, triceps, trapezius
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Strength training to develop shoulder and arm power.
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Good mornings
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Lower back, hamstrings, glutes
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Place the bar on your shoulders to work posterior muscles and strengthen lumbar muscles.
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Lunges with barbell
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Quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes
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Targets the legs and improves balance with optimal weight distribution thanks to the bar.
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Why choose this Olympic bar?
The UF Basic Bar is ideal for those looking for a low-cost Olympic bar without compromising on quality. It's perfect for bodybuilding exercises such as squats, deadlifts and bench presses. Its Olympic dimensions and ergonomic design make it a benchmark bar for intensive use at home or in the gym.
Frequently asked questions
What are the specifications of the UF Basic bar?
A 220 cm Olympic bar, 20 kg, 28 mm in diameter, 350 kg load capacity, 50 mm Olympic sleeves closed with an endcap, zinc coating for corrosion resistance.
What is the centre knurl and what is it for?
It is a 12 cm knurled area in the middle of the bar. It stops the bar sliding on your traps during the squat and improves grip on exercises where the bar rests on your back.
Who is the UF Basic bar for?
For motivated beginners and home gym users who want an affordable Olympic bar for the basic movements: squat, bench press, deadlift, row, shoulder press. It pairs well with a weight pack of more than 100 kg.
What is the difference between the UF Basic and the UF-Power bar?
The UF Basic is a versatile 28 mm bar, 350 kg capacity, with endcap-closed sleeves and zinc coating. The UF-Power is a 29 mm power bar at 210,000 PSI, with sleeves on bushings and aggressive knurling, built to IPF standards for powerlifting.
Are Olympic plates compatible with the UF Basic bar?
Yes, the sleeves are the 50 mm Olympic standard: cast iron plates, rubber plates, bumpers and calibrated plates all fit.
