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Sticky: PICS and DISCUSSION of YOUR HOME GYM V2.0 Have a home gym? New to this forum? Post your gym pics in this thread. ironwill2008‎, 12-12-2017 08:33 AM 35 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 35	Last Post By RGrizzzz View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 06:25 AM	1,026	283,761
Sticky: The Cheapo Setup Ok so let's go through the cheapest options for new equipment that you'd be willing to use for training. While we all dream of buying that custom built rig, or finding a solid piece of used commercial or vintage equipment to outfit your gym, many times we just want to buy something that's usable... Domicron‎, 01-02-2016 03:22 PM 30 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 30	Last Post By danj26 View Profile View Forum Posts 04-11-2021, 07:54 PM	880	324,631
Sticky: The Official Craigslist Thread (Round 4) Figure I would get this one going again. Round 1: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=109374491 Round 2: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=124520311 Round 3: https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=161832313 Let's find those deals! indianbuckeye‎, 08-19-2017 07:36 AM 62 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 62	Last Post By ampire View Profile View Forum Posts 04-06-2021, 06:42 AM	1,846	292,091
Sticky: The Official Power Rack Thread - August 2010 version This is a collaborative effort from the equipment forum members. The 2008 edition has a lot of broken links and rather than keep that one going we decided to start a new one. First let’s have a few definitions to clear up some confusion. Squat Stands: These are probably the most useless... Jimbo.‎, 08-07-2010 11:03 AM 109 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 109	Last Post By matrix563 View Profile View Forum Posts 02-28-2021, 11:42 PM	3,256	1,496,512
Sticky: Barbells - Everything you ever wanted to know I don't think a thread like this exists for the barbell, so I wanted to start one. The Olympic barbell is one of the most important purchases one can make for their home gym. A barbell is the interface to the weight and although they may all look similar to an untrained eye, there are actually a... bobcat255‎, 10-24-2016 07:30 PM 6 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 6	Last Post By radrd View Profile View Forum Posts 08-15-2020, 01:32 PM	175	203,126
Sticky: Official Newbie Bowflex Search So you are new and dumb enough to believe the Bowflex commercials, before you get flamed and negged into the red, use the damn search function to get the answer to "dude, should I be ignorant and think about getting a bowflex" OK, now if you post another thread, you get what is coming to... ctgblue‎, 01-02-2009 06:31 PM 14 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 14	Last Post By Detrus View Profile View Forum Posts 08-01-2020, 04:54 PM	390	468,348
Sticky: Belts - A Comprehensive Guide The topics “Do I need a belt” and “What belt should I buy” are such a frequent occurrence that it has warranted a detailed posting on the topic. Before using a belt, learn to breathe Many people, unaware of detailed anatomical and physiological processes, breathe incorrectly when exercising.... cmarti063‎, 05-16-2014 06:22 PM 31 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 31	Last Post By Stevolifts89 View Profile View Forum Posts 03-24-2020, 12:36 PM	922	468,649
Sticky: SPAM THREADS and POSTS Just as in every year past, this time of year sees an uptick of spammers, scammers, crooks, charlatans, ganefs, and knuckleheads bent on using this forum to shill their junk. One more time; don't quote or reply to such threads/posts; doing so only creates more work to clear them out. Simply... ironwill2008‎, 11-27-2017 02:56 PM	Last Post By ironwill2008 View Profile View Forum Posts 11-27-2017, 02:56 PM	0	37,112
Sticky: General Forum Rules Welcome to the Bodybuilding.com Forums It is our hope that the members of the forums will help each other in providing motivation and information to those looking to reach their fitness goals. To protect our members and the forums, the following rules are effective in all sections. Please take... ForumSentinel‎, 05-19-2014 08:12 AM	Last Post By ForumSentinel View Profile View Forum Posts 05-19-2014, 08:12 AM	0	84,758
Sticky: THIS is NOT a CLASSIFIED SECTION!!! THIS IS NOT THE PLACE TO POST STUFF YOU HAVE FOR SALE!!! I'm seeing a lot of people and (some not noobs!) posting items they have for sale in this section. That is not what it is for and is against board rules. There is a craigslist sticky for posting great deals you see but if it isn't a... Wildtim‎, 10-07-2012 06:53 AM	Last Post By Wildtim View Profile View Forum Posts Visit Homepage 10-07-2012, 06:53 AM	0	99,456

Kettlebell Suggestions... I'm thinking of adding kettlebell swings to my off days from lifting for a bit of extra conditioning and mobility (if it's even considered that with swings), I'm really only looking to do swings and nothing too technical. I might perhaps get a 35 lb and maybe 45 lb one, not looking to spend a... Deep-Voiced-One‎, 06-03-2017 08:20 PM 2 Pages • 1 2	Last Post By Deep-Voiced-One View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 05:42 PM	36	2,673
This Full Body Workout Requires Zero Exercise Equipment HealthiNation.com develops original videos designed to support everyone on their individual health journey. Our medically-reviewed content features advice and information from top medical and wellness professionals, as well as engaging patient stories. ... Zarwani‎, Today 04:54 PM	Last Post By Zarwani View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 04:54 PM	0	36
This Full Body Workout Requires Zero Exercise Equipment HealthiNation.com develops original videos designed to support everyone on their individual health journey. Our medically-reviewed content features advice and information from top medical and wellness professionals, as well as engaging patient stories. ... Zarwani‎, Today 04:48 PM	Last Post By Zarwani View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 04:48 PM	0	20
RepFitness PR-5000 Lat Attachment with weight stack Hi, i'm designing my new home gym around the Rep PR-5000v2. they sell a lat/low row attachment for the rack, but i don't really want a plate-loaded design. I have this type of setup now on a different machine and it's just tedious. I could purchase a separate lat pulldown machine, but i'm... cruss575‎, 04-13-2021 05:33 AM	Last Post By cruss575 View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 04:03 PM	3	227
Rogue Barbell Club I figured it's probably long overdue for a Rogue Barbell Club. I'm sure there's some vintage (circa 2006) collectors out there too. I'll start off: Rack: Rogue R3 w/ Matador and Landmine attachments Bars: Rogue Ohio Power Bar, Rogue Matt Chan Bar, Rogue SB-1 Safety Squat Bar Bench:... Bench905‎, 04-01-2015 05:38 AM 181 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 181	Last Post By mrcheeze36 View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 03:24 PM	5,413	683,069
Titan Seated Ham Curl vs Lying Ham Curl Machines. Anyone here have real world experience with either, or preferably both of these machines? Obviously I don't expect high end commercial quality at the price point, but I don't want to blow $500 on pure garbage either. It's been a long time since I've been in a gym that had both pieces of equipment,... 78novacaine‎, Yesterday 07:29 AM	Last Post By Greybird2 View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 02:19 PM	8	332
Ajustable dumbbells how long they last ? How reliable ? Hi, If that question has already been answered pls send me the link. I'm thinking about buying a pair of 90 pounds ajustable dumbbells. But before paying 700$ for something I wonder how long do dumbbells like that last ? 3 years ? 5 years ? can I expect 10 years of regular use (5 days a... GolDWhisKy‎, Yesterday 11:52 AM	Last Post By radrd View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 01:18 PM	14	400
'Look What I Bought Today!' - Part Deux LWIBT Part I has been locked, http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=147291533&page=1, so I'm starting Part 2. AttyGuy‎, 02-21-2017 10:30 AM 139 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 139	Last Post By murphyreedus View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 12:33 PM	4,162	469,872
Need opinions on shoulder press machines Hey all , if I don’t end up installing a True leg press machine in the corner of my gym, I’m seriously considering getting a stack loaded shoulder press machine instead . I would prefer to stay away from plate loaded machines , as I’m trying to maximize the amount of room I have left in the corner... MajorTendonitis‎, 04-10-2021 11:06 AM	Last Post By Recidivst View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 11:46 AM	10	562
Rep Fitness Thread Haven't seen a proper Rep Fitness thread, so figured we could make one. I received the PowerSpeed bar in Manganese Phosphate earlier today as well as the 275lb set of equalizers. Impressed with both. The new power bar is DEFINITELY more aggressive than the first iteration. I really like the... GamecockLifter‎, 10-19-2018 01:44 PM 66 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 66	Last Post By MGM711 View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 10:11 AM	1,961	215,808
Vintage Iron Thread Hi All, I read a post a few weeks ago in which SnowOne and DonForeman suggested a vintage iron thread to discuss/identify old plates. I wasn't part of that discussion, but I see that no one has created the thread, and I have a couple of plates that I could use some help identifying, so I figured... rlundregan‎, 08-14-2012 03:19 PM 170 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 170	Last Post By irongrandpa View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 08:15 AM	5,078	698,391
Belt Squats As Opposed To Leg Presses I had to screenshot the topic question I had because of the server acting up... http://imgur.com/a/7XfekkI Any insight/thoughts on this exercise selection replacement is appreciated. Deep-Voiced-One‎, 12-02-2020 07:31 AM 3 Pages • 1 2 3	Last Post By C123C View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 08:05 AM	67	5,915
Gungnir of Norway Oly dbs I've already purchased the prx short db handles and have been looking to get a 20" pair. Been eyeing Rogue but had a targeted ad about gungnir of Norway dbs. Noticed they feature coops review on the site so I watched it. I feel like he gets the free stuff and is objective because of that so i... dagdafitness‎, Yesterday 05:59 PM	Last Post By ncsuLuke View Profile View Forum Posts Today, 06:59 AM	3	237
Which setup for home gym? Alright everyone I need a recommendation. I currently have a gold's gym power axis but I have the opportunity to replace it with a tuff stuff AXT3 for a good price. I'm just a home user who would love to build some muscle if possible but am limited on space. Should I keep the power axis or... Sticks51412‎, Yesterday 05:29 PM	Last Post By Sticks51412 View Profile View Forum Posts Yesterday, 05:29 PM	0	121
Squat rack on a tile floor I'm about to pull the trigger on the REP PR-5000 V2 Power Rack and about 300 lbs of bumper plates. I can't bolt it to the floor, so I'm also getting the Front Extensions. It's going on a tile floor. I don't want to destroy the tiles. What would be the ideal thing to put on the floor to protect the... Prozach2‎, 04-13-2021 07:29 AM	Last Post By 78novacaine View Profile View Forum Posts Yesterday, 07:18 AM	7	297
York Barbell Club - Part II The first thread for the York Barbell Club has run to the maximum number of posts. I bring you Part II, a place for the York Gang to hang out and share their interest in vintage American iron from York, PA. For those of you who can't see the linked text above, here's the old thread:... AttyGuy‎, 05-11-2015 07:30 PM 206 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 206	Last Post By Lifts4longevity View Profile View Forum Posts 04-13-2021, 07:03 PM	6,179	671,341
Review: Awful experience with the 7.00in. Olympic Adapter (pair) from Yukon Fitness 7.00in. Olympic Adapter (pair) (yukon-fitness.com/products/7-00in-olympic-adapter-pair) Recently, I put in an order for 7.00in. Olympic Adapter (pair). I finally got around to getting them installed and I'm frankly extremely disappointed in the quality and craftsmanship of these adapters. 1)... bytes‎, 04-13-2021 01:32 PM	Last Post By bytes View Profile View Forum Posts 04-13-2021, 03:52 PM	2	177
The Official Cable Attachments Buyer's Guide So I thought this would be a good idea with Christmas right around the corner and all. I wanted to make a resourceful thread for people to post their favorite cable attachments with pics, opinions and reviews of why they like the piece(s) they own (Include the certain style of handle(s) and... Deep-Voiced-One‎, 12-08-2015 10:22 AM 18 Pages • 1 2 3 4 5 ... 18	Last Post By radrd View Profile View Forum Posts 04-13-2021, 01:33 PM	539	117,221
Fitness China? Has anyone ever ordered workout equipment from a website called Fitness-China? Is it legit? Prices seem a little suspect or too good to be true. Giode‎, 04-11-2021 06:05 PM	Last Post By Garage Rat View Profile View Forum Posts 04-13-2021, 12:44 PM	4	295
Offered a free Bowflex - Worth the space? Hello everyone, I'm moving into my first house (yay) and have been offered a free Boxflex from a relative. They've had it for awhile (~10 years maybe), so is an older model and would likely take up some decent space. I was previously planning on getting a power rack/cage for my garage for my... Tohsy‎, 04-11-2021 07:31 PM	Last Post By Tohsy View Profile View Forum Posts 04-13-2021, 10:57 AM	10	521
EliteFTS Swiss bar weld splatter With BF deal I picked up a EFTS swiss bar, but kind shocked with the amount of weld splatter on it. Has anyone else had this issue with their swiss/football bars? Icey101‎, 12-07-2014 04:41 AM 3 Pages • 1 2 3	Last Post By Lifts4longevity View Profile View Forum Posts 04-12-2021, 04:05 PM	65	5,708
Rogue specialty bar questions I’ve always noticed these ,but never paid much attention. I think the angle of the grip would be a nice change for benching to change things up a bit . https://www.roguecanada.ca/rogue-mg-2-multi-grip-bars But my main question is for squatting . I find I sprain my hands as I squat , and... MajorTendonitis‎, 04-04-2021 10:10 PM 2 Pages • 1 2	Last Post By Deep-Voiced-One View Profile View Forum Posts 04-12-2021, 02:45 PM	30	1,437
Experience buying from REP Fitness A few months ago I spoke with a lady from REP fitness about ordering a 0-50 Urethane DB set and a DB rack. She said they had the items I wanted in stock, requested some information from me, and that's the last I heard from them. It's been two months. I've tried calling, emailing, contacting them... Prozach2‎, 04-02-2021 01:14 PM	Last Post By Murser View Profile View Forum Posts 04-12-2021, 11:04 AM	16	929
football bar Decided to get my first specialty bar. I really don't have any experience with football bars, But thinking of getting one and right now am stuck between Edge slim football bar and elitefts American cambered grip bar. I like slim design of edge one but also that extra range of motion on elitefts. ... alen129‎, 04-08-2021 05:08 PM	Last Post By rlundregan View Profile View Forum Posts 04-12-2021, 05:37 AM	14	759
Weighted Helmet Does anyone know where I could buy a helmet with a weight horn, or three, for neck training? I think it would be much more effective than a neck harness. Most of the ones I keep finding are home made. I did find a weighted helmet by TITLE, but it is not loadable. A few pictures of what I... eatingoatmeal‎, 04-08-2021 08:58 PM	Last Post By eatingoatmeal View Profile View Forum Posts 04-11-2021, 08:16 PM	6	546