How to Build Homemade Squat Stands - DIY

Squat stands (or squat racks as others call them) are a necessary equipment for serious weight trainers. The squat stands allow the lifter to take the barbell on his shoulders from an almost standing position.

This is the safest way to position the barbell on your shoulder if you're doing a set of squats. Squats recruit some of the biggest muscles (lower back, quads and hamstrings) of the body and so will allow you to lift heavy weights.

Homemade Parallel Grip Pull Bar - DIY

There are several pulling exercises that for some, a parallel grip would be more beneficial. The parallel grip can be used for variety or when flexibility does not permit the standard overhand grip.

I have found the parallel pull grip to be helpful and so I decided to make one myself with scrap materials or materials that are easy to procure.