T-Grip Barbell - about us

The T-Grip bar was designed specifically to have the feel and look of the traditional Olympic barbell with vertical handles. The ergonomic placement of the handles on the single-handle T-Grip bar is set for the average person or athlete; the double-handle bar has the option of a narrow or wider grip; also available are custom-made bars, where the handle settings and handle size are personalized.

Athletes from all fields, therapist, and personal trainers have discovered the benefits of training with a parallel , or neutral, grip because the joints are kept in a more natural position while the exercises are executed. Whether looking to lose a few extra pounds, or training to be the next Mr. Olympia , pain and injury will be detremental to your training. The T-Grip Barbell's hand positioning options allow you to continue (or begin) to train using all of the most beneficial exercises while having multi-grip possibilities.

Many former athletes, competitive bodybuilders, and regular recreational weight lifters avoid doing the exercieses such as the bench press or shoulder press beacuse of pain in the shoulders. Other lifts that re q uire the use of a a traditional Olympic barbell are often also avoided because of the discomfort. The T-Grip Barbell eliminates all of these concerns and finally allows the individual to re-introduce these beneficial exercises into the routine. It provides more comfortable lifting mechanics by allowing a neutral grip. We are not claiming that the Olympic bar is bad for you, or that it should never be used. The T-Grip barbell will complement your training and will allow you to use it in addition to the traditional style barbell. The T-Grip Barbell is not trying to make a hostile take-over at your local gym. In contrast, it will give you more arsenal when you go to battle!

The T-Grip Barbell creator Tim Fitzpatrick comments, " If someone came out with the T-Grip barbell or a similar parallel grip bar before the Olympic stra ight bar, would the strai gh t bar be as p opular as it is today? Or would someone invent the str aight bar in this day and age if it was never known before? Maybe not, back then they didn't have the biomechanical knowledge that is available today, or the technology to design a different type of bar." We are fortunate enough to take advantage of technological advances that allow the creation of such a helpful piece of equipment.

After years of research and trial and error, the T-Grip Barbell was born. It is quickly becoming the go-to bar at health clubs in the East Coast, West Coast, and all states in between as well as internationally . Few who experience a training session using this bar yearn for the days of the traditional straight bar. Most do not understand how they trained the 'old way' and are amazed by the benefits and versatility of the T-Grip Barbell. Even traditional purists appreciate having an alternative bar that allows for more grip versatility.

Why is it that people adapt according to new research, but they contuine to use the old training devices? We all understand that weight lifting benefits all athletes (this thinking was not always the case). We no longer adhere to a protein only diet, starting the day off with an uncooked egg. Slowly, those on the cutting edge of health and fitness are evaluating their training methods. It is amongst this group, that the T-Grip Barbell has become an indespensible item.

Anyone used to weight lifting will quickly be able to adapt many exercises with the T-Grip Barbell. They can use this parallel grip bar for bench press, shoulder press, curls, rows, dealifts, etc. The limits are only in the imagination. Those new, or re-starting weight lifting will avoid the exposure to injury that often results from a straight bar. Weigth lifitng with parralel grip is more comfortable, and often allows the person to lift more weight. By allowing the person to lift more weight, they can get stronger, bigger, faster, and therefore more likley to achieve their goals.

Overview

It has the feel of a traditional Olympic bar, but is more comfortable and versatile. It is slightly heavier due to the unique diamond handles that provide superior training alternatives. The T-Grip barbell can be used using a neutral grip or as a multi grip barbell.
Break away from conventional bars, and experience an explosion in your training regiment. Use the T-Grip Barbell as a addition to your current training devices.
Ideal for all athletes, including strongman competitors who need to practice lifts that will improve their performance (i.e. during the log press). This handles set up for ideal parallel grip pressing.
Escape shoulder pain, but continue to experience the benefits of bench pressing and shoulder pressing as can be done with an Olympic style bar. The design of this barbell is unlike any other on the market. It is far more versatile, and made with better quality materials for superior comfort and durability. Its unique design simplifies multi-grip exercises.
The T-Grip barbell professionals understand that people have different needs, and therefore they offer several choices of bars. These can complement any body size, any training style, and any demands for weight and space. After careful research, it was determined that an ideal handle placement for the parallel grip is to have them be 23 inches apart. This spacing not only creates natural motion, it also provides ample room in between the handles to perform all exercises with no interference. The bars can be customized to have a wider or narrower handle placement. During training, the seven foot T-Grip bar can be used in addition to the standard Olympic bar, some might find that it replaces it. At the very least, you will use it very often in your training routine.

The five foot bar is very popular amongst those who need a bar that weighs less. This bar was created with our female clients in mind, but we have found that many personal trainers buy it to take with them for home visits to clients. Several boot camp instructors use the short bar as part of their stations. The size and weight of the bar make it ideal for high velocity, multi-directional movements. Functional training is taken to a new level by using the T-Grip Barbell since the handles give several options for exercises, and thus the bar can be manipulated to provide optimum muscle stimulus.
Aside from length and weight, the T-Grip Barbell offers different handle girths. Over-size handles help develop grip strength which will often translate into being able to lift more weight since the hands/forearms do not fatigue. Increased grip strength is extremely beneficial for wrestling, grappling, MMA, and strongman competitors. Using the T-Grip Oversize handle barbell is an easy way to increase grip strength. The T-Grip Barbell is available in smaller dimensions that match the girth of most dumbbells. These are ideal for people with average or smaller hands. Of course, the T-Grip Barbells also match the size of the standard barbells.
Few if any weight lifting equipment manufacturers offer the personal choices that we offer at T-Grip Barbell. Just like you enjoy and deserve variety in your training programs, we feel you deserve to get the weight lifting bar made per your specifications. You can choose the handle design, distances, girths, weights, and lengths. Of course, our standard models have been carefully crafted to fulfill the needs of most.