What is an Olympic weight bench?

Asked by: Shannon Johnson

Olympic Benches The Olympic weight bench is competition grade equipment for advanced weight training. The construction of the bench is high quality, using durable high-grade composite steel. The equipment is made to handle the stress of extremely heavy weight and uses an Olympic bar with high-capacity support cradles.

What is the difference between a standard and Olympic weight bench?

The benches differ from those noted as “standard” or those that lack a specification altogether. Olympic benches tend to be wider, more stable and support a greater amount of weight. The difference in Olympic and standard equipment extends to the weights and bars, too.

What is an Olympic bench press weight?

Also, like a regular barbell, a standard Olympic bar weighs in at 20.5 kilograms, or 45 pounds.

What is the size of Olympic bench press?

3105 Basic Olympic Flat Bench Press Features:



Dimensions: 48″ L x 49.5″ W x 46.75″ H.

How do you use an Olympic weight bench?

Your choice wrap the thumb take a bar off driving the shoulder blades into the bench we're going to lower the bar down to the bottom of the chest. And. Fire.

Are Olympic weights better than standard?

In truth, Olympic weights win by almost every comparison. Olympic plates are less disruptive while lifting, more adaptable and they are the weight of choice for competition. However, standard plates are often priced lower and are fine for lifters who aren’t looking to go too heavy.

Can you use Olympic weights on a standard bar?

A lot of people have standard bars but end up with some Olympic weights. No, you can’t just use the Olympic plate on a standard bar! They will slide around and the shifting weight puts dangerous strain on your body!

Is it worth buying a bench press?

Investing in the best weight benches is basically paying money for getting big pecs and big arms. Needless to say, getting a bench won’t magically turn you into Chris Hemsworth but it’s a good start and adding a weight bench to your home gym setup is definitely an improvement in most cases.

How much does a full bench press set cost?

The price ranges from $45-$935. It’s possible to get a high-quality flat bench for around $150 and a top-quality adjustable bench can cost about $250. The quality of weight benches varies a lot.

What is best bench press bar?

The best traditional bar for the money that I would use for the bench press is the Synergee Essential Bar because it will not have the rotation that an Olympic barbell will have, which is what most brands’ traditional barbells are modelled after.

Can you use Olympic bar for bench press?

Stay two inches away from your chest pause at the bottom and drive straight up make sure that you're pushing your shoulders. Down towards your hips. And you inhale. Here exhale there.

Do I need an Olympic barbell?

Quick summary of the differences



Good olympic bars will typically carry higher weight ratings and can handle much higher weight than standard bars, that are made from a cheaper steel and often carry only entry level weight ratings of 100 – 150kg. Choose Olympic if you want to lift heavy.