Barbells & Weightlifting Equipment Buying Guide

Choosing the Right Barbell & Weightlifting Equipment

Barbells are a core part of strength training and home gym setups, allowing you to perform exercises such as presses, rows, curls, squats and other resistance movements. VIPER offers Olympic barbells, EZ curl bars, Olympic weight plates and barbell collars for building or expanding your weight training setup.

Olympic Barbells

Olympic barbells are designed for use with compatible Olympic weight plates and are suitable for a wide range of strength and weight training exercises.

When choosing a barbell, consider the bar length, sleeve diameter, maximum recommended load and the space available in your home gym or training area. Always check the individual product specifications before purchasing.

EZ Curl Bars

EZ curl bars feature an angled grip designed to provide different hand positions during exercises such as biceps curls and triceps movements.

Their shorter size can also make them a practical addition to home gyms where you want another free-weight training option alongside a full-length Olympic barbell.

Olympic Weight Plates

Weight plates allow you to adjust the resistance on compatible barbells as your training requirements change. Our range includes rubber-coated Olympic weight plates in multiple weight options.

Always check that the plate diameter is compatible with your chosen bar before use.

Looking for dumbbells and additional free weights? Browse our Dumbbells & Weights collection.

Barbell Collars & Accessories

Barbell collars are used to help keep weight plates secured on the bar during training. Choose collars designed for the diameter and style of barbell you are using and make sure they are correctly fitted before lifting.

Building a Home Weightlifting Setup

A practical home strength setup can combine a barbell, weight plates and secure collars with equipment such as a suitable weight bench or training station.

Consider your available space, training goals, required weight range and equipment compatibility when building your setup. You can also explore our Weight Benches & Gym Stations range for complementary strength equipment.

Shop VIPER Barbells & Weightlifting Equipment

Explore VIPER barbells and weightlifting equipment for home gym and strength training, including Olympic barbells, EZ curl bars, Olympic weight plates and barbell collars, with UK delivery available.