Power racks
A power rack with accessories and attachments can create ideal conditions for exercising – the barbell hooks will be where you want them, the dip bars will be at the height that suits you; everything is modular, so you can set the equipment to the ideal position.
Usually, the power rack has 4 or 6 posts, but there are also more multi-directional options. The important identifier of the rack is its independence – it does not need a wall for its existence and in most cases is not even necessary to anchor it to the floor. The power rack can be easily assembled and, when combined with accessories, it becomes a highly versatile workout station, allowing you to perform a wide range of exercises in a self-contained environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Basic information for choosing a power rack
Power racks with a flat base (M-RACK-MS4)
– were designed so that anchoring is not necessary. The bottom crossmembers are not only extended beyond the uprights, but also connected to each other, providing extra stability to the entire rack.
4-post racks with standard lower crossmembers (M-RACK-SR4)
– let’s consider 2 opposite cases as examples.
- A low power rack (1.96m) with a large depth (size L crossbars), with weights stored on the rear uprights. You want to squat inside the rack and have a simple front pull-up bar (SLIM pull-up bar). You will only use dip bars if weights are on the rear uprights or directed inward.
Verdict – the rack won’t budge, anchoring isn’t necessary. - The opposite extreme – the highest rack variant (2.50m) with medium depth (size M crossmembers), with a 1m long inclined ladder at the front for dynamic moves. You want spotter arms, dip bars, or jammer arms on the front uprights.
Verdict – the rack must be very well bolted to the floor.
There are many factors, so if you want a definitive verdict, the rule is: all 4-post rack with standard crossbars need to be anchored to the floor. Exceptions are possible only at your own risk, after assessing how the rack will be used and who will have access to it.
Available alternative: front stabilizing feet – they increase the depth of the structure.
6-post racks (M-RACK-FR6)
– the extra weight in the rear and greater depth provide the necessary stability for most users, and generally, they do not need to be anchored to the floor. However, a similar principle applies as with 4-post power racks – extremes can be found here too – for example: the highest upright variant, the smallest possible depth, rear uprights without weight plates, dynamic jumps on the inclined ladder. For such a setup, anchoring to the floor or using front stabilizing feet is necessary.
– Bar system inside the rack – the principle is to thread a steel bar through the holes of the rack and then thread a steel pipe. This solution does not align with our vision of proper solutions, so we do not offer it. The bars are quite complicated to mount, make unpleasant noises during use, and damage the knurling and surface finish of the barbell when catching a failed repetition.
– – Spotter arms – can be used on both the outside and inside of the rack. They are suitable not only for squats but also for bench press and other exercises where you need to create a safety platform at different heights. The advantage is easy adjustability and multifunctional use – for example, to hold accessories or create a starting platform for deadlifts or Viking press.
– – Spotter straps – can be used inside the power rack. They have fantastic load capacity and are the quietest and most gentle safety solution. The height can be adjusted differently on each upright, creating an incline that will roll the barbell in the direction you need if necessary.
– Spotter crossbars – foldable height-adjustable crossbars that attach inside the rack. Currently unavailable in the e-shop – we can make them to order.
FITRON products are designed by people with extensive experience in the engineering field – they know how to design them not only well but smartly – we understand the limits of machines and technologies. All this with a touch of elegance, so the products not only serve their purpose but also look premium. Among Slovak manufacturers, we are among the most reasonably priced, thanks to our reliance on the good word of our customers for years, which allows us to avoid including huge advertising costs in our prices.
Do you prefer training inside the rack?
If yes, the ideal interior dimension depends on personal preference:
- 61 cm (size S crossmembers) – the minimum recommended dimension, suitable for maximizing space efficiency in a gym with limited space;
- 79 cm (size M crossmembers) – the golden middle ground, providing sufficient space for most athletes;
- 106 cm (size L crossmembers) – ample interior space without compromises, also advantageous for creating a square-shaped rack (equal width and depth).
If you don’t need to train inside the rack and simply want to use the rear uprights for storing weights, the deciding factors are:
– stability (more information in the question ‘Is it necessary to anchor the rack to the floor?’);
– budget;
– available space.
- Good stability – crossmembers at the bottom of the rack;
- Easy assembly and portability – no anchoring required;
- Slightly higher price – due to more components.
Racks with standard crossmembers:
- Option to rearrange into a different configuration –> the same uprights are used for other types of exercise structures, such as wall-mounted or freestanding rigs;
- Slightly smaller footprint – for smaller racks, floor anchoring is necessary;
- Crossmembers are not entirely on the ground – advantageous for certain exercises (like sumo deadlifts) and easier cleaning under the crossmember.
M-Series is newer and more robust (80×80).
Viac info tu: https://www.fitron.sk/blog/m-seria-predstavenie-novej-serie-konstrukcii/
- What is the rack made of? It starts with certified steel of clear origin.
- How is it manufactured? Professional machinery (CNC lasers, professional tools, welders) and processes ensure consistent quality, even when no one is watching.
- Who manufactures it? Are the constructions made in Asia under inhumane conditions or locally here at home? Supporting local job creation and bolstering the EU economy.
- How is the rack designed? Is it barely meeting criteria to avoid customer returns, or is it meticulously designed? Precisely resolved details, scalability, and compatibility with future attachments.
Racks tend to be the centerpiece of every gym, whether professional or at home. Well-chosen equipment brings better motivation to exercise, benefiting not just you but all other users as well.