{"product_id":"olympic-cambered-bar","title":"Olympic Cambered Bar","description":"\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHY USE A CAMBERED BAR? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnstable for better muscle activation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThe unique curved shape of the Olympic Cambered Bar introduces an element of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einstability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e during exercises like squats and bench presses. This demands greater muscle engagement from your core and stabiliser muscles. These muscles are crucial for strength training and preventing injury.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetter depth and range of motion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cambered Bar’s design allows for a deeper squat by shifting the weight slightly forward compared to standard barbells. This adjustment helps improve the range of motion and activates additional muscle groups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile it’s mostly used for squats, the Cambered Bar is also great for activating stabiliser muscles during the bench press. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOLYMPIC CAMBERED BAR - 25KG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your gym has a Cambered Bar, you know they don’t skip leg day. Initially a favourite among powerlifters aiming to improve their squat, this bar is finally being recognised across the broader fitness community for its unique benefits. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe curved design of the Cambered Bar shifts the centre of gravity slightly forward during squats, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eforcing you to maintain tighter form in the lower position than you might with a conventional barbel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003el. This increases the difficulty and alters the engagement of the muscles involved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s not just for squats: the Cambered Bar proves invaluable for bench presses, where its inherent instability increases the challenge and intensity of the exercise, building your core and stabiliser muscles in the process. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefer to the secondary image on our product page for full specifications and detailed drawings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the size of the item, a surcharge will be applied at checkout for delivery for delivery to Ireland and Scottish Highlands\/Islands. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSPECS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 25kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter of shaft: 50mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSleeves to collar: 335mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRated load: Up to 400kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat advantages does the Cambered Bar offer over traditional barbells?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unique curve of the Cambered Bar creates instability, forcing greater muscle activation in your back and core.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum weight capacity of the Cambered Bar?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou won’t have to worry about outgrowing the cambered bar: it can support up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e400kg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLooking for more conventional barbells? Check out our \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 20, 10);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.strengthshop.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/best-barbell-home-gym\" title=\"best barbell for home gym\" style=\"color: rgb(148, 20, 10);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebarbell buying guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strength Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68133644337387,"sku":"BAR-CAMBERED","price":199.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/8519\/1403\/files\/cambered-bar.jpg?v=1792318673","url":"https:\/\/welfor.store\/products\/olympic-cambered-bar","provider":"welfor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}