The barbells vs. dumbbells debate has been around for ages. Most guys tend to favor one over another — and that’s perfectly fine. Each type of equipment has its role and can bring you closer to your goals, whether it’s fat loss, hypertrophy or strength gains. The question is: which route should you take? Dumbbells or barbells? Most importantly, when to use one and when to use the other? Bodybuilding legend Tom Platz , for example, was famous for loading hundreds of pounds on the barbell when squatting. You’re probably thinking that dumbbells are great for squats too. The standard squat, the single leg squat, the sumo squat, and the front squat — they all can be done with dumbbells, so why would use a barbell instead? Each type of equipment has its set of pros and cons. Barbells allow you to lift heavier weights and hence progress faster. The downside is that they carry a higher risk of injury. Dumbbells, on the other hand, are safer and easier to use but can only go up to a certain wei...
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