Squat Stands
Squat Stands and Racks
A squat stand or rack is the centerpiece of any great gym, paramount in your training program to build a foundation of strength in your squat. Effectively build your quads, hamstrings, glutes, and core safely with Rogue’s trusted arsenal of dependable squat stands.
The Difference Between a Squat Stand and a Squat Rack
Understanding the differences between squat stands and squat racks is essential for selecting the right equipment for your needs.
Squat Racks
Squat racks are robust pieces of equipment designed for heavy lifting. They feature sturdy frames to lift inside of, equipped with additional safety features such as classic pin-pipe safeties or higher end strap safety systems, ensuring extra safety during heavy lifting sessions. Additionally, squat racks often include pull-up bars, allowing for a comprehensive upper body workout within the same station. With their high weight capacity, squat racks are ideal for powerlifters and individuals focusing on strength gains.
Squat Stands
On the other hand, squat stands offer a more compact alternative to squat racks, making them suitable for smaller spaces or home gyms. Despite their smaller size, squat stands provide a stable platform for performing various exercises, particularly squats. While they may sometimes lack some of the additional features or capabilities found in squat racks, squat stands remain versatile and effective for strength training routines.
FAQ:
A squat stand is a piece of strength equipment used for performing squats and other exercises. It consists of two uprights, with adjustable J-cups or spotter arms. The main difference between a squat stand and a squat rack is that a squat rack typically has four uprights and offers more versatility for any type of lifting. A squat stand can also be easily moved since it does not require being mounted to the floor, offering flexibility in your training space.
Yes, all of our squat stands are designed to be versatile and can be used for bench pressing as well. Our squat stand uprights come with holes throughout their full length, allowing J-cups or spotter arms to be positioned at the appropriate height for bench pressing.
Yes. While squat stands are primarily designed for squatting, the majority of our squat stands come with pull-up bars, like our SML-2C Squat Stand or our SML-3 Squat Stand for taller athletes.