would this be a good bar to role over muscle groups to stretch out before working out?
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I'm sure you can use it for that but there are definitely cheaper tools targeted for that specific use. I used this bar for practicing the technique and form of my Olympic lifts. You can use it for whatever you like though!! Good luck
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Hi, this fluidity bar is a beautiful piece of equipment.I ended up selling mine on Ebay. I have several herniated disc in my back and the small motions that you have to hold really aggravated my back and neck. I also hated that a majority of the work out DVD was done on the matt and basically a modified sit up and nothing to do with the barre. If you think you would use this to stretch or are creative enough to learn your own workout routines it might be worth the investment. As a side note. I ride a pedal bike and I am a dog walker but this work out I found to be just not for me and painful Hi, this fluidity bar is a beautiful piece of equipment.I ended up selling mine on Ebay. I have several herniated disc in my back and the small motions that you have to hold really aggravated my back and neck. I also hated that a majority of the work out DVD was done on the matt and basically a modified sit up and nothing to do with the barre. If you think you would use this to stretch or are creative enough to learn your own workout routines it might be worth the investment. As a side note. I ride a pedal bike and I am a dog walker but this work out I found to be just not for me and... » Read More Hi, this fluidity bar is a beautiful piece of equipment.I ended up selling mine on Ebay. I have several herniated disc in my back and the small motions that you have to hold really aggravated my back and neck. I also hated that a majority of the work out DVD was done on the matt and basically a modified sit up and nothing to do with the barre. If you think you would use this to stretch or are creative enough to learn your own workout routines it might be worth the investment. As a side note. I ride a pedal bike and I am a dog walker but this work out I found to be just not for me and painful « Show Less
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No, the bar is not necessary. I use the back of a chair. It's a Great workout!
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No, unless you're less than about 60lbs. It is far too unstable. Even casting makes the screws connecting the bar to the elbow joints loosen and eventually fall out, leaving the holes stripped. Used in a rec gym, these bars lasted only about 6 months.
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I use it with dumbbell's, both with one arm or two. Not much different from using a bar.
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It would definitely be useful working out with dumbells. I use mine for just about every activity I do which includes working out with dumbells. Can't beat the price.
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No, you could get a little back work with it though not very good. I'd buy a bar made for working the back.
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Yes, however they are minor. First is the width of the bar. It's good to switch it up every now and again, but the curl bar is very thin. Second, the way you position your wrists will be different, thus working different muscles and different angles. So, it's totally up to you.
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Yes its fine,just the size alone is too big for me. To reach the bar hurts my arms because its to far away. I am not short or small . 5`5 height female. Must be better for a man or taller woman.
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That's a awesome question lol. I think you may be bent over to much causing your elbows to dig through the pads which aren't toThick. They are inexpensive enough to try in my opinion. Just make sure you have room on your bars.
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Yes. Its better for your back. You also can lift more weight with a shrug bar.
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Can you please tell me if is recommendable to use it for working out (Squats, Dead lift etc...)
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Yes. However I use a bar previously purchased for a rowing exercise. The one that came with the set was not as comfortable though it did work.
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No, it is not meant for pull-ups or chin-ups. This bar is meant to be connected to a cable machine and used for bicep curls, tricep curls, rows, etc.
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Definitely. I put lotion, body wash and a whole bunch of beauty products on it plus use the first bar as a towel bar. I just used my own drywall anchors (http://www.amazon.com/Mechanical-Plastics-50125-Snapskru-Drilling/dp/B000F5MWSI/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1392993557&sr=8-10&keywords=drywall+anchors) to give it some extra support.
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The leg curls has an adapter to accommodate either 1" or 2". Olympic bar would be recommended but 1" would work. Spacing is wide though.
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Yes it is. I use it during my crossfit workouts. This product provides adequate support without hindering mobility allowing for a full range of motion. The proper size should provide a tight fit.