Open Back Hex Bar

The papababe trap bar hex bar is designed specifically for men with a bigger build.

Open back hex bar.

It also has an impressive 1000lb capacity if you re thinking about going for a personal record or even a world record. After researching and using nearly 30 trap bars we ve determined that there is still much to be desired in a trap bar we d recommend for most people. It offers the best value among the trap bars currently on the market although there s still much room for improvement. The inside space measures 33 x24 giving you plenty of space to arch your back and lift.

My guess is no because there isn t enough space inside it but some of the ones with an open back like the rickshaw and kabuki seem like it could be possible especially if you flipped them around so that the open end is in front of you instead of behind. Basically it gives you the ability to rest the back of the bar on your shoulders like a safety bar. Hex bars are modified barbells with open hexagonal centers where you stand in the middle housing handles on each side. One such example of this is the body solid chrome which appeals to those who require nothing but a standard single handle model for classic deadlifts squats and shrugs.

As a weightlifting tool even a very basic hex bar is a highly versatile piece of equipment that can be used for upper body lower body and core lifts. Despite its popularity and availability the barbell only offers the pronated palm down and supinated palm up hand positions. Trap bar push up.