20kg Olympic Bars

The 20kg Olympic bar can be used in a wide variety of exercises including squats, deadlifts, bent over rows and standing military presses. It will develop muscle endurance, muscle size and muscle power. In fact it will hit most of your muscle groups. Its versatility makes it a great piece of kit as it will develop power, explosive strength, endurance and is also popular in cross fit activity and HIIT workouts. For home gyms a 20kg Olympic bar will also not take up too much room, so if space is an issue then this equipment is for you.

When choosing a 20kg Olympic bar do consider its construction. It’s worth investing is a high-quality bar made from strong steel with a high tensile strength. For light lifting you need to look for 100-130k but for heavier lifting you need a tensile measurement of 190k+. A better quality Olympic bar should last you a lifetime. In fact, some come with lifetime warranties. 

Consider the knurling, too, which will give you a good grip. The finish also needs to protect against oxidation so do check this out. Finally, check out the whip as you need the bar to ‘whip’ or bounce at the end of each movement.

Alternatives to the 20kg Olympic bar include using free weights like dumbbells and kettlebells. You may also want to look at power bars which are better for heavy slower lifts like squats, bench press and deadlifts. Or, for a lighter barbell, take a look at our 15kg Olympic bars.

We have a wide range of 20kg Olympic bars for sale. If you can't decide, call us today and we can advise you on leading brands and what is the right bar for you. We can also offer a gym design service and professional installation with free UK delivery on items over £149. Call us today!