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updated January 1, 2019<\/p>\n
Olympic lifting and powerlifting are two different activities but weightlifters should learn and understand the proper form for each exercise.<\/p>\n
One brand of barbell that assists in this aspect is the Rogue barbell<\/u><\/a>, specifically the Rogue Bar 2.0– a next generation Olympic barbell that is made in Columbus Ohio at the Rogue manufacturing plant.<\/p>\n On the other hand, if you are seeking a commendable Olympic barbell for women, then you first need a grasp of the varying lifting requirements for women, men and junior weightlifters.<\/p>\n All the barbells featured for these categories differ in weight and the diameter of the shaft. In some instances, that bar length varies as well.<\/p>\n Most of the bars showcased on the market are made for men. However, major barbell producers do offer product variations of their line of popular men’s bars for women. They also feature variations for youths who have taken up the activity.<\/p>\n Usually, a man’s barbell weighs around 44 pounds or 20 kg. The length of the bar is generally around 7.2 feet or 2.2 meters. By comparison, a woman’s barbell weighs in at around 33 pounds (15 kg) and features a bar that runs a length of just over 2 meters or 79 inches.<\/p>\n The manufacturer’s cut down the length of the sleeves for women’s barbell equipment.<\/p>\n Now that you know a little bit about the differences in the dimensions of women’s and men’s barbells, you can learn a little bit about the three kinds of barbells that are offered for sale.<\/p>\n Major manufacturers highlight Olympic bars<\/strong> (very popular), power bars<\/strong> and bars that are touted as multi-purpose<\/strong>. Power bars are made for seasoned weightlifting enthusiasts who want to concentrate on squats, bench presses and deadlifts that are more challenging.<\/p>\n Power barbells are stiff and rigid bars that are not designed to hold any kind of elastic energy, thereby making them unsuitable for Olympic type lifts. This fact is noted by the knurl markings on the Powerlifters, which are different than those seen on an Olympic bar.<\/p>\n When you think of an Olympic barbell, if you are acclimated to weightlifting, you naturally think of Olympic lifts. In this case, the two explosive exercises performed with these bars are the snatch and clean and jerk.<\/p>\n The Olympic bars are ideal for female lifters as they are smaller in dimension and more flexible than the Powerlifting equipment. The Rogue Barbells<\/u><\/a> are great for this.<\/p>\n Again, Olympic barbells store more whip or elastic energy, all which bodes well for the female lifter when she is practicing a heavy clean and jerk. Markings on Olympic bars are placed several inches away from center.<\/p>\n Most fitness enthusiasts will agree that this particular barbell is representative of the highest type of precision engineering. The barbell is made of 190 ksi steel, sturdy composite bushings and grooved sleeves that have been CNC machined. Color bands on the barbell are featured in black. Like its flagship ancestor, the Rogue Barbell, the Rogue Bar 2.0 still highlights dual knurl marks for both powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting activities.<\/p>\n The bar showcases a zinc-coated shaft in black as well as bright zinc sleeves. An additional groove in the sleeve allows both coach and athlete to adjust the bar by switching out the bands.<\/p>\n The bar, which is a standard feature of Rogue-branded equipment, can use any personalized color bands that match its dimensions. Like the Rogue Ohio Bar<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n The Rogue bar cemented its CrossFit endorsement, paving the way (no pun intended) for its offspring, the Rogue 2.0, to be used in regular training sessions.<\/p>\n The Rogue Bar 2.0 is an innovative piece of fitness equipment as it utilizes composite bushings – material that is self-lubricating and found frequently in military vehicles and equipment that is regularly used in the aerospace industry.<\/p>\n If you are involved in a training program of high intensity, the bushings notably reduce the resulting friction, thereby supplying a dependable spin and a longer shelf life.<\/p>\nMen’s Barbells Predominate the Marketplace<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
Barbell Dimensions for Men and Women<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
Three Types of Barbells<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
Powerlifters<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Olympic Barbells and Exercises<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Bars with More Whip<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
Dual Knurl Marks for Powerlifting and Olympic Weightlifting<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
A Zinc Shaft Design<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
CrossFit Friendly<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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