CAN YOU SUBSTITUTE DUMBBELLS FOR A BARBELL

[js70]

I was wondering if any of you have substitute dumbbells for a barbell? The barbell do really hurts my back, especially when I need to put on 20 lbs. or higher. I just don't feel comfortable with it. Can I use 2 10 lbs. weight instead? Does it make any difference for the purpose of the workout?
Thanks.

 

[Fidget Queen]

It's my opinion that as long as you are using good form and are strong enough to hold the dumbells, they can absolutely be used instead of a barbell. I didn't have a barbell for years and did just fine without it. I like the convenience of it for lower body workouts that require heavier weights, but otherwise, it's not essential for me.

 

[Ly10up]

I do it all the time, the gym at work only has dumbells. I think you're fine using dumbells instead of a bar.

 

[beloved.abstract]

I also think dumbells work, but you may want to take a look at a Manta Ray which attaches onto the barbell and works great for that problem. Its easy to take on and off, but I just leave it on the bar. I was also able to lift much heavier because the bar doesn't pinch my neck muscles, the weight is so nicely distributed.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/adfit/manta.html?MCID=FGOOG

 

[Jennifit]

I use dumbbells all the time in replacement of bb!! Sometimes my wrists just can't take bb, and db's work so much better for certain exercises for me. I love db, too, because you can add little "twists" at the end of some exercises that make your muscles burn so much more