Power Racks: Uses, Benefits & More!
Today on the Body-Solid Built for Life blog we’re talking all things Power Racks! What are Power Racks, what are their benefits/uses and a look at the Power Rack options we offer at Body-Solid. Sometimes called a power cage, squat cage or squat rack, the Power Rack is weight training equipment designed to allow for a free-weight workout using a barbell with no movement restrictions. Power Racks became popular in the 1960s thanks...
Finding the Right Olympic Bar
Whether for CrossFit, Power Lifting, Athletic Training or simply pushing plates in your garage, nothing beats the performance of our Olympic Power Bars. One of the many highlights of our olympic bar line is our selection of 7 ft. bars: OB86, OB86B, OB86LPB, OB86PD, OB86PBS, OB86PBG, OB86P1000 and the OB86P1000SS. These product codes probably mean nothing to you, so let’s run down what each of them mean, their best features, dimensions...
Hexagon Functional Training Rig: All You Need To Know
In September 2014, we launched a brand-new product, the innovative Hexagon Training Rig system. The feedback to the Hexagon has been nothing but positive as this product offers unmatched customization, multiple pre-built packages and overall strength and durability for both home and commercial settings. There are aspects that may be a bit confusing for our customers/dealers: What are the different packages available? How can I...
Do Foam Rollers Aid Workouts? (Ask Well)
Gretchen Reynolds of the New York Times' Well Blog tackled this question last week: "Do foam rollers offer benefits?" "At the gym, instead of traditional “stretching” I see tons of people rolling around on foam rollers. The foam rollers are in high demand and constantly in use. I now have one at home that I roll around on too. What does the research say about the benefits of foam rolling?" We here...
Dip Variations (Video)
Dips are one of the best bodyweight exercises, some people prefer them to Push-ups including the classic bodybuilders of yesteryear. Like Pull-ups and Chin-ups, Dips force you to lift your own body-weight which stresses your upper-body and builds muscle and strength. In this video, Mike Christopher of Body-Solid, Inc. goes over two Dip variations — one to build a stronger, thicker chest and the other to build triceps. Equipment...
Praise for the Rubber Grip OSR
A happy customer is a good customer and we must been doing something right because MuscleForLife.com's Mike Matthews spoke very highly of our Rubber Grip Olympic Weight Set (OSR). Here's an exerpt from Mike's "Recommended Products" article: "Body Solid makes some of the best home gym products out there, and I love this deal. You get a high-quality Olympic barbell and rubber plates for a great price....