The pull-up is the easiest and hardest exercise humanly possible. It seems simple to pull your body weight up to arms’ length, yet very few people have the upper body and core strength to do it. Beyond that, purchasing a machine that can support stable pull-ups is a major challenge that requires careful planning and consideration.
One of the best options for home gyms are free-standing pull-up bars since they don’t require elaborate setup and are simple to put together. They are minimal appliances with two legs supporting towers that are connected via the pull up bar at the top. They usually land somewhere between a squat rack and a wall-mounted pull-up bar, and are a great option for people interested in calisthenics rather than heavy lifting.
Elaborate squat racks take up a lot of space and carry expensive price tags. Pull-up bar stands have smaller footprints and are much less expensive. They also offer benefits to renters in that they do not require loss-of-deposit assembly and do not damage door frames.
What the experts say
Ruggedness is key to mitigating the chances of not only catastrophic failure, but slower burns for users planning to perform large numbers of pull-ups. Any sag in the bar makes pull-ups less efficient and makes the practice harder on the end user’s body. If you like pull-ups for the long haul, the more you can minimize the rocking, the better for you, said Austin-based wellness coach and Guinness World Record holder Mark Jordan, who set the bar at 54. record for most pull-ups in 24 hours with a staggering 4,321. Jordan set his record on the strongest pull-up bar he could find, part of a larger rig in a Crossfit gym. Stability is much more crucial with free-standing pull-up bars because they aren’t mounted to the wall or floor.
Chris Howell, founder and CEO of spxfit, a luxury gym design group based in New York City, also said it’s important to consider what grips feel comfortable when buying a freestanding pull-up bar. Many types of traditional pull-up grips can be uncomfortable for users due to injury or body mechanics, so opting for a bar that has multiple grip options or that can accommodate accessories that offer multiple grip options is a good idea.
One of the main advantages of freestanding pull-up bars is that they open up a world of adaptations. Unlike gym pull-up machines with less room to move, the minimalist design allows you to increase or decrease the intensity of your workout. You can add weight to yourself to make it harder, and you can also make it easier by attaching a band to your legs and feet, said Los Angeles-based celebrity personal trainer Benjamin Stone.
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BEST EVER
Titan Fitness T-3 Series High Squat Stand
Yes, this is technically a squat stand, but it deserves the best overall product win in this category because it’s an ideal standalone pull-up bar with a small footprint as a specific pull-up stand.
The maximum pull-up bar height of 89 inches accommodates the super tall pull-up enthusiast, but the bar can be easily lowered for shorter lifters. The extra strong 47″ by 48″ base combined with Bomber 11-GA steel material will minimize back and forth play and rocking. The Titan Fitness stands are compatible with most major US-based fitness companies, Howell said, so it also comes with the ability to add J-hooks or other accessories and convert it to a barebones squat rack.
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THE STRONGEST
Rogue MIL Pull Up Bar Station
For who is it Someone who expects a lot from their pull up bar stand.
The lift: Like all things Rogue, the MIL was built to last multiple lifetimes. This specific pull up bar stand was built to the Army’s required dimensions for the Combat Fitness Tests leg curl exercise, hence the super wide 62 distance between towers. This width can benefit any user, even if they are not training for a leg curl event, because it increases platform stability. It also has a handle add-on available for purchase, making this 146-pound setup portable should it fail.
The Hot Grip: It’s remarkable that one of the sturdier options on this list is also very portable.
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BEST OFFER
CAP Power Rack Barbells
For who is it: Home gym enthusiasts on a budget.
The lift: This is another power rack, but its small footprint, simple design, and low price make it an excellent option for calisthenics enthusiasts who have no interest in using it for heavy lifting. Its 500-pound weight limit is a bit light in the rack world, but it’s incredibly stable, making it better suited to a pull-up enthusiast than a dead head (lift). It offers more than enough stability for the average pull-up athlete.
The Hot Grip: A super lightweight rack that makes for a durable and affordable pull up bar stand.
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best for the space conscious
Kahn Trinh Foldable Pull Up Bar
For who is it: People who want a standalone pull up bar can hide somewhere between uses
The lift: This free-standing pull-up bar by Kahn Trinh folds up like a patio chair and has a staggering 89-inch maximum height and a maximum weight capacity of 440 pounds. Despite its high weight capacity, it weighs only 35 pounds, making it a super compact and powerful pull-up stand option. When unfolded it has a footprint of 44 inches by 48 inches, a base sturdy enough for kinetic movements like kip-ups, and can fold down in 10 seconds to the size of its base parts for easy storage.
The Hot Grip: This brilliant design is super user and apartment friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pull Up Bar Stands
Are pull-up bar stands safe?
Pull-up bar stands aren’t wall-mounted, so they’re less stable than large power racks that are drilled into their surroundings. However, with proper setup and a large design, many of them can support up to 400 or 500 pounds of weight. They also encourage proper pull-up form and the user to avoid swinging their body weight to prevent the apparatus from tipping or tipping.
How do pull up bar stands compare to door pull up bars?
Free-standing pull-up bars tend to be sturdier than over-the-door pull-up bars, so heavier users should lean in that direction. It’s also important for a buyer to be honest with themselves about whether external factors like storage may cause them to use a certain piece of equipment less. The best thing you can buy is the one you will use the most. If you only have space for a standalone pull-up bar to sit outside or sit downstairs or in your garage and you don’t plan to go out and use it, you should consider it, Stone said. He considers any obstacles to its use before purchasing.
How much do freestanding pull up bars cost?
Like any piece of gym equipment, there’s a huge price range in terms of what I could pay. Reasonably speaking, the equipment featured here ranges from $100 to $500 and is around what you should expect to spend.
What kind of accessories should I get with a standalone pull up bar?
Whether a beginner is just learning to do full-body pull-ups or wants to increase the rep range, a set of exercise bands is a must. They can look around your feet and provide an extra push to bring your chest up to your chin.
The beauty of exercise bands is that the user can choose how much help usually ranging from five pounds to 60 pounds they need. If the user wants to make pull-ups more difficult, he should look for accessories that support weighted pull-ups such as weighted vests.
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