IRONSIDE 8.5kg Technique Barbell – Olympic Style

IRONSIDE 8.5 kg Olympic Technique Bar – 1.5m

The IRONSIDE 8.5 kg Olympic Technique Bar (1.5 meters) is specifically designed for technical training in Olympic weightlifting, functional fitness, and sports rehabilitation. Unlike standard Olympic bars, this model maintains the same dimensions as a competition bar (50 mm sleeves) while significantly reducing the weight—making it ideal for safely learning complex lifts like the clean & jerk, snatch, or thruster without joint stress or early overload.

Built for Skill Development and Safe Progression

This technique bar is a staple in high-performance training centers and functional fitness gyms for teaching proper form, avoiding early-stage errors, and ensuring a smooth transition to full-weight lifting. It’s also an essential tool for athletes in rehab, seniors, and youth athletes who are still developing strength and coordination.

Functional Training Advantages

Unlike plastic or makeshift training bars, this steel bar meets true Olympic specs—allowing you to load standard 50 mm plates and use it on conventional squat racks, platforms, and stands. This is crucial for developing accurate motor patterns from the start without compromising bar path or grip mechanics.

Its lightweight design supports high-rep technical drills focused on grip positioning, joint alignment, and hip extension, helping reduce common injuries caused by poor technique. It’s highly recommended for coaches, Olympic lifting clinics, Cross Training boxes, and pedagogy-driven fitness facilities.

Precision-Engineered and Durable

Made from high-strength chrome steel, this bar is both lightweight and exceptionally durable. It supports up to 150 kg of load, allowing for incremental progressions using fractional plates—without sacrificing safety. The 25 mm shaft is perfect for smaller hands or athletes working on neuromuscular adaptation.

The chrome finish provides corrosion resistance and a controlled spin, while its compact size makes storage simple—no bulky rack required.

Perfect for Home Gyms, Training Boxes, and Rehab Facilities

Thanks to its compatibility with standard gym equipment, the IRONSIDE Olympic Technique Bar is a smart addition to any home gym or professional facility focused on entry-level or rehabilitative training. It suits a wide range of fitness levels and allows for gradual progression without altering movement mechanics.

This is not a toy—it’s a precision-built tool to master Olympic lifting the right way, from day one.