How to choose a horizontal bar for the house

In order to keep muscles in shape, an ordinary horizontal bar is often installed in a house. This device is well known to all of us since childhood, it allows you to perform various exercises with the weight of your body or with a small burden. All that remains is to choose a horizontal bar that meets the conditions of operation and the weight of the athlete.

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1. The best manufacturers of horizontal bars
   
2. Types of horizontal bars
3. The main criteria for choosing a horizontal bar

The best manufacturers of horizontal bars

Demand are the models of the following brands:

1. Ruff Sport;

2. Central Sport;

3. Atlantis;

4. Torres;

5. HouseFit;

Before you opt for the products of a manufacturer, it is best to get acquainted with the specific characteristics, as well as examine the reviews and opinions of users. The latter can be found on social networks, as well as on various forums dedicated to fitness and healthy

Types of horizontal bars. Which one to prefer?

Despite the common design, modern horizontal bars are fraught with a lot of differences. They relate mainly to the functionality of the device, as well as the method of fixation.

Wall horizontal bars

The simplest option, which is attached to the wall in the most suitable place for this. They have a special profile bend and sufficient width and allow you to perform a variety of exercises, starting with pulling and ending with the output of force.

Virtues

• Inexpensive;

• Maintain considerable weight;

• Allow you to perform many different exercises;

• Mounted anywhere;

• Durable;

disadvantages

• Fixed construction;

• Allow installation on solid and durable walls;

Ceiling horizontal bars

Similar in functionality to the device, the installation of which is performed on the ceiling. Versatile, provide the ability to perform both basic exercises and all sorts of acrobatic stunts. Suitable for both beginners and experienced athletes;

Virtues

• Low cost;

• Universal;

• Durable;

• Compact size;

disadvantages

• You can fix it far from everywhere, difficulties arise in the case when the dwelling is equipped with a suspended or stretch ceiling;

• Due to the fact that the load falls on the fasteners, the ceiling horizontal bars require in this respect a very rigid fixation;

Horizontal bar - strut

Practical horizontal bar, for those who are not inclined to regular training. It has a compact size and is mounted by mounting in the doorway, directly into the box. Installation does not require additional elements, installation is carried out on the principle of spacers, and also provides the ability to quickly remove the device if necessary.

Virtues

• Compact size;

• Easy to install and dismantle when necessary;

• Minimum weight;

disadvantages

• Not suitable for athletes whose weight exceeds 100 kilograms;

• If installed incorrectly, there is a high risk of damage to the door frame;

• Limited functionality;

Floor

The most functional devices, including not only the horizontal bar, but also bars. Allow to work out not only the back muscles, but also the pectoral ones. They are distinguished by high strength and make it possible to work even for those athletes whose weight exceeds 100 kilograms. Easy to install and unpretentious in operation.

The main criteria for choosing a horizontal bar

Dimensions of the device and its place

Before you buy one or another horizontal bar, you must compare the space occupied by it with the area of ​​the room in which the installation will be carried out. It is unlikely that anyone will like it when the horizontal bar occupies a good half of the useful area of ​​the bedroom, in this case it is better to resort to buying a compact wall model or a horizontal bar-spreader. And on the contrary, if the installation site of the horizontal bar is a garage or an improvised gym in the basement, it is better to prefer the most functional device, which is the outdoor horizontal bar-bars.

The material from which the bar is made

Given the fact that the horizontal bar is a stationary device (except, perhaps, that the model-struts), preference should be given to durable steel models made with a minimum number of welds. Such models will serve faithfully for many years. Models from all sorts of titanium alloys are also good, but they are very expensive.

Maximum allowable weight

An extremely important parameter concerning not only the horizontal bar, but also fasteners and accessories. When choosing, you should take into account the weight of the athlete with a correction of 15-20% in a big way - with proper nutrition and compliance with the training program, weight tends to grow.

Aesthetic appearance

If you plan to install the bar in a residential area, its appearance should organically complement the aesthetics of the room and not stand out from it with its appearance. High-quality paint, the presence of decorative inserts and other decorative elements are welcome. If the horizontal bar is installed in the so-called hardcore "rocking chair", this parameter can be neglected.

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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.