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post 1656225153 02-15-2022, 07:51 AM
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exciting new squat bar at my gym

It's padded on three sides so it gives your neck and shoulders a little hug. Feels comfy like a couch. Looks fancy and expensive.
I hope it wasn't just some dude's piece of equipment. I hope it's there when I go today.
post 1656225513 02-15-2022, 07:56 AM
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I have one. They're a nice change of pace, and they really make your upper back work.
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post 1656225543 02-15-2022, 07:57 AM
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you talking about a safety squat bar?


new. and exciting.
post 1656225613 02-15-2022, 07:57 AM
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it's called a safety bar.
post 1656225973 02-15-2022, 08:04 AM
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lol @ OP trying out some random dudes squat pad.
Uncontrollable behavior with some psychopathic tendencies
post 1656226003 02-15-2022, 08:04 AM
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Pretty sure most gyms have them

The first thing I'd do was take it off and throw it on the ground, then look around to shame the pussy who was using it
See Shakebrah's sig
post 1656226023 02-15-2022, 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted By DrewDarden⏩
I have one. They're a nice change of pace, and they really make your upper back work.
I did one squat to see how it felt, no weights. amazing!
Originally Posted By messomi⏩
it's called a safety bar.
I didn't even know they existed. so cool. Can't wait to load it up.
post 1656226103 02-15-2022, 08:05 AM
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sounds exciting indeed! Hope you enjoy
post 1656226413 02-15-2022, 08:10 AM
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I wish my gym had a safety bar. My work gym does but that thing is so dang heavy I have a hard time getting it on the rack. lol
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post 1656226493 02-15-2022, 08:12 AM
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Use it to bench for maximum muscle confusion
post 1656226673 02-15-2022, 08:15 AM
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Originally Posted By SmashinYoungVag⏩
Use it to bench for maximum muscle confusion
The pad saves the nek from when you fail at the top too.
post 1656232413 02-15-2022, 09:58 AM
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Originally Posted By SuperHercules⏩
Pretty sure most gyms have them

The first thing I'd do was take it off and throw it on the ground, then look around to shame the pussy who was using it
The pads weren't removable. It was the cushiest bar I've ever seen. Like what one would use on vacation or something. I plan on shamelessly reveling in the cozy bar.
post 1656232983 02-15-2022, 10:06 AM
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lol at needing pads on the bar for squatting.
post 1656233073 02-15-2022, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted By saltypits⏩
lol at needing pads on the bar for squatting.
Women and traps, not so much!
There is an unspoken thing, we are iron brothers and sisters, we are to support each other and...It is our duty to support our brothers and sisters in the iron game!
post 1656233223 02-15-2022, 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted By saltypits⏩
lol at needing pads on the bar for squatting.
Have you ever used a safety bar that has no pads? It’s the most uncomfortable thing ever
post 1656233313 02-15-2022, 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted By SmashinYoungVag⏩
Have you ever used a safety bar that has no pads? It’s the most uncomfortable thing ever
I find it fairly uncomfortable even with the pads
post 1656233373 02-15-2022, 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted By MegaSloot⏩
It's padded on three sides so it gives your neck and shoulders a little hug. Feels comfy like a couch. Looks fancy and expensive.
I hope it wasn't just some dude's piece of equipment. I hope it's there when I go today.
was it like this?

www.roguefitness.com/sb-1-rogue-safety-squat-bar
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post 1656233403 02-15-2022, 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted By saltypits⏩
lol at needing pads on the bar for squatting.
**** that. It hoits! I already have to think about how much my legs hurt. Might as well have a cushy bar. such a great invention. I didn't realize I was going to become a bar connoisseur. I also found a short bar for overhead presses, a weirdly bent bar for if I want to tear my biceps, a "deadlift" bar with a blue sticker on it. Maybe that one is heavier than a normal bar? I dunno. There's always so much to learn. Techniques, equipment ... just lol at those normies who say it doesn't take brains. Lots of nutrition components to learn also.
post 1656233493 02-15-2022, 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted By GaryRidgway⏩
I find it fairly uncomfortable even with the pads
If you slightly push up on the handles it makes it a lot better so that it’s not pulling your neck down
post 1656233563 02-15-2022, 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted By GaryRidgway⏩
I find it fairly uncomfortable even with the pads
I'll have to see how it feels when I load it up. It felt like it was going to be a game changer for me.
post 1656233703 02-15-2022, 10:19 AM
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Originally Posted By SmashinYoungVag⏩
Have you ever used a safety bar that has no pads? It’s the most uncomfortable thing ever
I've felt more uncomfortable things. But I get paid in advance for those things!
post 1656233773 02-15-2022, 10:21 AM
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I picture something like this...

post 1656233873 02-15-2022, 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted By saltypits⏩
I've felt more uncomfortable things. But I get paid in advance for those things!
oh fukk, so that's how it's done. advance payment.
post 1656233943 02-15-2022, 10:24 AM
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Originally Posted By SmashinYoungVag⏩
If you slightly push up on the handles it makes it a lot better so that it’s not pulling your neck down
You really shouldn't do that. It circumvents a significant part of the reason you're using the bar by shifting the load.
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post 1656234003 02-15-2022, 10:25 AM
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Originally Posted By MegaSloot⏩
oh fukk, so that's how it's done. advance payment.
As long as I see the envelope on the dresser I'm good to go!
post 1656234073 02-15-2022, 10:26 AM
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That's the only bar I use at my home gym. One of the equipment adjustments I made after injuries...If your shoulder has issues they can help.

Some people hate them, but imo it just takes a little getting used to. They are heavy and a pain to move around, though.
post 1656234193 02-15-2022, 10:28 AM
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Originally Posted By DrewDarden⏩
You really shouldn't do that. It circumvents a significant part of the reason you're using the bar by shifting the load.
I’m not trying to work my upper back tho…
post 1656234353 02-15-2022, 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted By saltypits⏩
As long as I see the envelope on the dresser I'm good to go!
lol. I think my days of playing with dick are behind me. I never got a dime.
Originally Posted By GreatOldOne⏩
That's the only bar I use at my home gym. One of the equipment adjustments I made after injuries...If your shoulder has issues they can help.

Some people hate them, but imo it just takes a little getting used to. They are heavy and a pain to move around, though.
I think I can add more weight than normal because of how it distributes it. It feels much more secure.
post 1656234473 02-15-2022, 10:32 AM
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Originally Posted By SmashinYoungVag⏩
I’m not trying to work my upper back tho…
1. Of course you are. Everybody wants a bigger, stronger, more stable back, even if it's just for carryover to a bigger squat and front squat.

2. If you are legitimately wanting to remove the extra tension on the upper back, why are you using the bar in the first place? If it's to save you some shoulder pain, then do you. But I still wouldn't understand going out of your way to take away some of the benefits of an exercise.
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post 1656234633 02-15-2022, 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted By Critter5592⏩
lol @ OP trying out some random dudes squat pad.
I was pissed because some dude left his damn equipment lying around ... then I started thinking, hey, maybe it's for all of us.Still don't know for sure but it would be pretty crazy to haul that massive piece inside the gym every day.
Then again during covid I had to bring my own plyo box because they told me I couldn't move the benches around.
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