Utility bench
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A utility bench or weight training bench is a piece of exercise equipment used for improving or facilitating weight training. There are many different designs of utility benches: fixed horizontal, fixed inclined, fixed in a folded position, with one adjustable portion, with two or more adjustable portions, with racks to hold bars, etc. Utility benches may have associated equipment integrated into the bench for performing specific exercises. Many weight machines have utility benches integrated into them. Utility benches are manufactured by many different vendors, in an array of qualities, features, and prices. When training with dumbbells, a utility bench is the only accessory equipment required for exercising all of one's muscles, besides the dumbbells themselves.
]] ]] A utility bench or weight training bench is a piece of exercise equipment used for improving or facilitating weight training. There are many different designs of utility benches: fixed horizontal, fixed inclined, fixed in a folded position, with one adjustable portion, with two or more adjustable portions, with racks to hold bars, etc. Utility benches may have associated equipment integrated into the bench for performing specific exercises. Many weight machines have utility benches integrated into them. Utility benches are manufactured by many different vendors, in an array of qualities, features, and prices. When training with dumbbells, a utility bench is the only accessory equipment required for exercising all of one's muscles, besides the dumbbells themselves.
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Utility benches facilitate many weight training exercises. However, they are not strictly necessary for many or most of the exercises that typically use them. For example, a bed or table may be suitable for some exercises. Exercise balls may replace utility benches too in some cases, with the added benefits that they are more space-efficient, offer different uses, and require engagement of the core abdominal muscles. However, it can be difficult to maintain form and balance when lifting more than one's own body weight. Some exercises may not even need a bench. For instance, seated presses may be done while standing. Before the invention of the utility bench, the common way to work the chest was to lie on the floor and do what was known as the floor or supine press.
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