Tired of sitting at home and wishing you had the time and energy to go to the gym? It’s a common problem in modern society. Even if the number of hours in the day were increased from 24 to 30 or 35, some of us would still struggle to fit in a workout around our busy home life, our demanding work schedule, and the social pressures we all face to keep up to date with the news, social media, and streaming TV shows.
It’s a never-ending struggle – doing one thing with our time means we have to say no to multiple other activities. So, what can we do? Well, when it comes to working out and staying fit, the squat stand may hold the answer (see this space-efficient squat stand for more info).
What is a Squat Stand?
Squat stands can be found in just about every paid membership gym across the globe. Whereas the humble treadmill may lay claim to the title of most used cardio equipment’, the squat stand is surely in the running to take the top spot as the most sought after strength training machine. But what is it?
A squat stand consists of a pair of upright poles. These poles take the weight of a bar dumbbell, allowing you to work out in as little space as is needed to stand and crouch. For this space-saving reason, and because the work out results that can be achieved using a squat stand are generally impressive if the exercises are done properly, the squat stand has become one of the most popular pieces of home gym equipment on the market today.
Are Squat Stands Multi-Functional?
Squat stands offer many different workouts. While the main idea behind the squat stand is to allow you to perform front squats and back squats (both of which are central to developing your core), other complementary workouts can be also be achieved without the need for any further equipment.
For example, using the stand as a chest press or using the dumbbell bar for pullups are two easy ways to introduce variety into your workout regime. Hanging leg raises and overhead presses can also easily be incorporated into your weekly routine, keeping your muscle groups working hard and preventing any drop off in the development of your ongoing attempts to tone up.
What is a Squat Rack Cage?
A squat rack cage is arguably a slightly more advanced piece of equipment that may not be suitable for a home workout due to the space required. The only real stand-out benefit of a cage over a stand is that a cage offers four upright pillars as opposed to two, meaning greater stability.
However, the extra space required, the additional cost, and the fact that Olympic lifts are best suited to squat stands (cages are not really appropriate for this activity) mean that many people choose the stand over the cage for home workouts. Consider your workout needs, the space you have available, and your budget before making a choice.
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