{"product_id":"gymgear-olympic-squat-deadlift-bar-1000lb","title":"Olympic Squat \u0026 Deadlift Bar - 1000lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoosing barbells comes down to matching the equipment to how hard it will actually be worked. The Olympic Squat \u0026amp; Deadlift Bar - 1000lb is aimed at people who want something that holds up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you are getting is a barbell designed to be used properly and often. The images and title carry the detail we publish for this unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one suits lifters who want a bar that holds up under load, and home platforms and commercial floors. If that describes your setup, it will earn its place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and space\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore bars horizontally on a rack or vertically in a holder; leaning them against a wall bends them over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnurling and whip decide how the bar feels. Aggressive knurl suits pulling, a moderate knurl is more comfortable for high-rep work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock 53 barbells between R40 and R36 464; this one is in the middle at R3 230.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light oil on the shaft prevents rust in humid conditions, which matters in coastal areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor context on how often adults should be training muscle groups, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/physical-activity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eWorld Health Organization physical activity guidelines\u003c\/a\u003e are a sensible, independent starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe specifics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Barbells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: OB-1000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: new unless the listing states otherwise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee also \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/free-weights\"\u003eFree Weights\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/barbells\"\u003eBarbells\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/weights-and-bars\"\u003eWeights \u0026amp; Bars\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/weight-plates\"\u003eWeight Plates\u003c\/a\u003e, which tend to be bought alongside this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical gap between light and heavy-duty barbells is not the badge, it is the rating: frame gauge, bearing quality and how easily wear parts can be replaced. Buying slightly above your current needs is almost always cheaper than replacing early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery across South Africa is included on every order. Larger items are booked in rather than left at a door, so tell us about stairs, narrow passages or a restricted loading area when you order and we will arrange transport that suits the site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions about fit, access or compatibility with what you already own? Contact us before ordering and we will confirm it properly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gym Machines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795329249461,"sku":"OB-1000","price":3230.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/9579\/0005\/files\/5b75d149-b609-4e6a-b72f-f46115939f95_1.8b941f7f5e9c22974777be702c0a37c5_2d638aab-bec7-46df-af2b-ab345e9d5818.jpg?v=1783919082","url":"https:\/\/gymmachinery.co.za\/products\/gymgear-olympic-squat-deadlift-bar-1000lb","provider":"Gym Machines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}