I have a big wing span (6'8") and I cannot find a bar for benching that's long enough. Any ideas?
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Thread: Long bench bar.
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12-12-2012, 04:21 PM #1
Long bench bar.
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12-12-2012, 04:26 PM #2( ͠° ͟ʖ ͡°)
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Umm.. How long is the bar that you are currently using?
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12-12-2012, 04:36 PM #3When I bench. I can't get my grip wide enough. It's standard size. I couldn't tell u exact.Originally Posted by BloodType3R
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12-12-2012, 04:54 PM #4( ͠° ͟ʖ ͡°)
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Sounds like you need a good ole 7' Olympic bar.
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12-12-2012, 05:04 PM #5The Gougefather
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What does arm length have to do with hand spacing on the bar while bench pressing? Your hands should be just wider than shoulder width.Originally Posted by MrW34
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12-12-2012, 06:16 PM #6Keeping it simple
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Not sure if youre trolling, but i have never heard of a longer bar shaft in any bar besides Texas DeadLift Bar or Okie DL Bar.
How wide is your grip on the bench. I go middle finger on rings of the bar. Try to go index finger on rings, and see if that works for you.It surprises me how many people refuse to buy equipment from Elitefts because its too expensive but they will buy equipment from their competitors, then continue to go on EFS website to educate themselves for FREE
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12-12-2012, 06:20 PM #7York Man
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Well, Einstein. . . . Post a pic and measure the bar. Post the details. We can't help without the relevant information, but we will make fun of you.Originally Posted by MrW34
You need a good rack, a bench, and a 300-lb Olympic weight set. Now, what was your question?
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12-12-2012, 10:07 PM #8Green Mountain Boy
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...or just use dumbbells.
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