Barbell

[Paul Owen]

How do you guys use the barbell if you go to the gym on your own? Isn't it dangerous without a 'spotter' if you are lifting heavy? At the moment I am just using dumbbells for chest and triceps work.

 

[DJ de Florida]

Originally posted by Paul Owen
How do you guys use the barbell if you go to the gym on your own? Isn't it dangerous without a 'spotter' if you are lifting heavy? At the moment I am just using dumbbells for chest and triceps work.

Many gyms have a power rack where you can slide a bench into the cage and set the safety pins at an appropriate level.

 

[misunderstood??]

You can also use the smith machine if you want to do barbell exercises without a spot when you need one. You can always ask other people at the gym to spot you if you need the help.