Fitness Benches

Would you like to expand your strength exercises at home and thus achieve more muscle mass and muscle retention? Then a good fitness bench should certainly not be missing. Just like a good set of dumbbells and a barbell, a weight bench is part of the basic equipment of your home gym. Combine a fitness bench with your dumbbells or barbell and achieve all your strength goals with ease!

What is a fitness bench?

A fitness bench, also called a weight bench and training bench, is an indispensable tool if you want to do strength training or expand your strength exercises. These long flat benches can be found in almost all gyms, physio centers and hotels. Nowadays you also see more and more in home gyms due to their great versatility. The purpose of the fitness bench is to provide your body with good support if you want to perform certain strength exercises. Just think of bench presses, dumbbell flyes, shoulder presses, etc.

The great thing about a good fitness bench is that it can be placed in different positions. This allows you to change the angle of the training bench, creating the possibility of even more exercises. This allows you to train specific muscle groups in a very targeted manner. Depending on the weight bench, it may also have additional options such as a leg extension or curl platform.

What should you pay attention to when buying a fitness bench?

Before you buy your new fitness bench, it is important to see which strength exercises you want to do and whether it is suitable for them. In addition, it is important to identify your wishes and needs. Weight benches come in many different shapes and sizes. Do you only want to be able to do exercises while sitting or lying down or both? If you are just starting out with fitness and want to expand your training schedule later, you can also opt for a more extensive weight bench so that you can do all the strength exercises you want later.

When choosing your new fitness bench, you can pay attention to the following points:

1. Stability of the bench: You don't want to fall over while you are doing your strength exercises. That is why the stability of the weight bench is important. There is a big difference in the stability of the benches, which is reflected in the frame construction, thickness of the steel and the hinge points.
2. Ability to adjust: The best option is a fitness bench that is fully adjustable. This allows you to do more exercises than if a fitness bench only has a lying or sitting position. With some weight benches it is even possible to put the backrest in decline (down). With some sofas it is also possible to adjust the seat so that it is at an angle.
3. The maximum load: It is important that the weight bench can support your weight and that of your training equipment. Therefore, check the product information carefully to see what the maximum load is.
4. The quality of the material: You will enjoy a weight bench that is made of sturdy and durable materials for longer. You can pay attention to, among other things, the upholstery, the steel and the mounting materials.
5. Ergonomics: Of course, ergonomics are not unimportant. The seat and backrest must be comfortable so that you can perform your strength exercises comfortably and properly.
6. Additional functions: Some weight benches offer you extra functions such as the ability to fold, leg extension and biceps bar.
7. Dimensions: Each fitness bench has a different size. Therefore, check carefully whether the weight bench fits in the location you have in mind. You must also have enough space around the weight bench to perform your strength exercises optimally.
8. Mobility: If you want to be able to move your weight bench, it is ideal if it has integrated wheels. This allows you to easily move the bench to, for example, your pulley station, to your bench press or simply store it.

Some top brands among fitness benches are: Tunturi, Body-Solid, Finnlo and Bowflex.

Why choose strength training using a fitness bench?

Strength training offers you many benefits, especially in daily exercise, it can offer you many extras. By training and strengthening your muscles, you ensure that you can do physical work but also office work better and easier. You ensure that you prevent possible (work) injuries and reduce other physical complaints. Strong back muscles and shoulder muscles ensure that your shoulders, back and neck suffer a lot less, for example if you have to lift a lot or spend a lot of time at the computer. In addition, a strong core is also important because it helps to support your spine, which reduces the risk of (lower) back injuries.

In addition to the previously mentioned benefits, strength training has even more benefits such as:

• Variety in your training, alternate training different muscle groups
• Reduce the risk of injuries
• Boosts your self-confidence
• It improves your health and muscle mass
• It improves your posture

What types of fitness benches are there?

You can find more than 80 fitness benches in our collection. You will definitely find one that perfectly suits your wishes and needs. But which weight bench are there? And how do you know if you have the right one for your strength exercises?

1. The flat / flat weight bench: This is the simplest weight bench, not adjustable and ideal for training with free weights or to support other fitness exercises.
2. The adjustable bench: The name says it all, these are weight benches that you can adjust. This way you can often lay it completely flat, adjust the degrees of the backrest and adjust the seat. This allows you to significantly increase the number of strength exercises.
3. The inclined fitness bench: These benches are specially designed with an inclined seat. This allows you to properly train your chest muscles, among other things. You can often tilt these fitness benches to different angles.
4. The multifunctional fitness bench: These fitness benches have multiple functions, they can function as an incline bench and a flat bench, but sometimes also have a leg curl or leg extension.
5. The foldable weight bench: If you have limited space at home, this type of bench is ideal. These weight benches can be folded up for easy storage so they don't get in the way.

To choose the right fitness bench, it is important to first clearly understand your wishes and needs and to see which (strength) exercises you would like to do. The adjustable weight benches and multifunctional weight benches are most commonly used in sports facilities and also for home use.

Who is a fitness bench suitable for?

The great thing about the fitness benches is that they are suitable for anyone who wants to do strength training. Whether you want to train your chest muscles, arm muscles, shoulders or other muscle groups, a weight bench greatly expands your training options. Whether you are a fitness enthusiast, an athlete, bodybuilder or in need of rehabilitation. With the right fitness bench you can always work optimally on your muscle strength.

Combine your weight bench for even more exercises

A fitness bench alone is not enough. After all, you want to work on your strength and strengthen your muscles. If you already have quite a bit of strength, you can use the weight bench as a weight, but that is not very practical ;). That is why it is nice to have at least various strength aids. The basis of every home gym should at least consist of:

• A good set of (adjustable) dumbbells
• Various weight bars with weight plates (or barbells)

Do you have a little more space and do you want to go one step further? Then you can also combine a good fitness bench with a jet Power Rack or a squat rack. This way you can do certain strength exercises even more safely.

Need help with your choice?

Are you still unsure about which fitness bench would suit you best? And are you looking for additional information or advice? Then our fitness specialists are happy to help you with targeted advice and the information you are missing. This way you can make an informed choice. You can contact us at +31(0)413-256800, send an email. Or visit our store in Volkel, the Netherlands.