thin vs thick bar

[siggma]

is there a difference? i'm lifting at home and the bar is a standard olympic bar (45lbs) but the bar is a little bit thinner than the ones i used in gyms. i was wondering if i really need to buy a thicker bar? any thoughts?

 

[b fold the truth]

If it's 45 pounds it isn't that much thinner...but I greatly dislike thin bars with my larger hands.

 

[siggma]

i think im going to stick with the thin bar then.

thanks for the help guys

 

[Rebecca D]

I have to say this....I prefer thicker.


Rebecca D

 

[ramnares]

I have to say this....I prefer thicker.


Rebecca D

lmao ahh it was only a matter of time...

 

[stevesmi]

I always like thinner.. easier to grip, can do more weight when doing cleans

 

[the_alcatraz]

thick bar training is great for pulling days and arms / forearms...I use it for arm wrestling training

it's useless for pushing days