Bench press

Bench Press Gym Equipment - Direct Fitness Gear

Looking to smash your fitness and strength goals? Our Olympic benches are just the ticket! The humble bench press, especially when you team it with some ripper weight plates and dumbbells, is a classic bit of gear for hitting those big fitness milestones.

Home gyms often feature FID benches and squat racks – they're pretty essential for a proper workout, helping you target different muscle groups with exercises like bench presses and flyes.

Adjustable Benches For Strength Training

Our Olympic workout benches are spot on for both the gym and home setups, letting you nail that Olympic-style bench press. You know the drill: lying on the bench, lifting a barbell with both hands. But these benches are far more versatile than just a bench press machine; they'll open up a whole world of exercises for you.

You can also use them for heaps of other exercises, including pull-ups, decline bench presses, leg curls, and all sorts of dumbbell workouts. Keen to learn more? Check out our Ultimate Bench Press Guide!

Why Should You Shop Weight Bench?

A good weight bench is an absolute ripper for building up your upper body strength, especially in your chest, shoulders, and triceps. Plus, they work multiple muscle groups at once, which means you can get a more complete workout in less time – bloody beauty!

On top of that, they'll help you improve your balance and stability, which is super important for any kind of strength training. As you get more into your weightlifting, you can gradually crank up the weight, pushing yourself to new levels of strength and endurance. Fair dinkum!

Types of Commercial Gym and Home Gym Benches

There's a fair few different types of gym benches to choose from, each with its own unique features and benefits. Flat, adjustable, and FID benches are your basic options, while incline and decline benches are ace for targeting specific muscle groups, helping you get a really effective weight training session in.

Adjustable benches are super versatile and open up a wide range of exercises. They'll make sure the bench you pick is perfect for the workouts you've got planned, letting you smash out various exercises with just one piece of gear. And if you add bench attachments like leg extensions and preacher curl attachments, you'll be able to do even more with your workout!

What to Consider When Buying Olympic Flat Benches

When you're choosing a bench press, there are a few things to keep in mind. First off, you need to make sure the bench can handle the amount of weight you'll be lifting – no worries there! You'll also want to think about the bench's size and the quality of the materials, as well as what sort of budget you're working with.

Luckily, at DFG, we've got heaps of top-notch Olympic weight benches available both in-store and online, across a wide range of price points. So, you're bound to find one that's just right for you at Direct Fitness Gear.

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