barbell question

[darine]

I've been asking lots of questions lately. You guys are just helpfull and sometimes I just have many questions

I just bought a barbell.. so excited

when Cathe says 40 pounds, does that include the bar? Mine is between 10 and 15 pounds just the bar. I tried it and you can definetly lift more. I never understood when people say that but I do now.

So do I include the bar? Do they all vary in weights?

Thx and I know I asked many questions lately

you guys are great!

 

[swayzepetsitting]

Yes, she includes the weight of the bar. Most bars are between 4-5 lbs.

 

[kathryn]

Bars can range from 5 pounds (Troy Lite) to 12 pounds. The old Firm bar is 8#, many are 10#. The best way to check the exact weight of your bar is to first weigh yourself holding the bar, then holding the bar, and subtract your weight from the you + bar total to get the weight of the bar.