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Exercising with dumbbells is an excellent way of burning fat and getting lean and toned. If you are already a fan of dumbell weight training and you own a few dumbells, then you also probably know the difficulties of using dumbell weights. There have been many times that I have tripped over my own dumbells and I've even hurt my ankle the one time.

Besides that, owning more than a few pairs of dumbells will result in an untidy home gym as all the dumbells just lie around without having their own special place. This is where the dumbbell rack comes in perfectly. Why? Here's why:

Why Use A Dumbell Rack?

Using a dumbbell rack or a dumbbell rack set has lots of benefits. Here are some reasons why dumbell racks are the necessary:

  • Neat storage - Your dumbells won't lie around anymore and you will have a neat storage space for all your different types of dumbells.
  • Avoid injuries - To avoid getting hurt like I did.
  • Easy access - No more wondering where your weights are. You will have easy access to all your different weights.
  • Great addition to home gym - Having a few dumbell racks will really make your home gym look fantastic.
  • Durability - Having a dumbell rack will help you to get more use out of your dumbells - if you take better care of your dumbells by storing it neatly on a rack, then the dumbells will last longer.

What Are The Different Types Of Dumbell Racks?

There are quite a few different types of dumbell racks available. Have a look at the different types of racks to decide which one you will need.

Tier dumbbell rack

The tiered dumbell rack has different tiers to hold different amount of weights. The lighter weights are stored on the top tier and the heavier weights on the lower tier. Here are the different tiered dumbell racks there are:

The 2 tier dumbbell rack

The 2 tier dumbell rack has 2 tiers to store 2 rows of weights. If you don't have that much weights to store or you don't plan on getting any more weights the 2 tier will be perfect for you.

3 tier dumbbell rack

The 3 tier dumbell rack has one more tier than the 2 tiered one, so it can hold one more row of weights. If you have an average collection of weights or you plan on expanding your weight collection, you should consider this type of rack.

The 4 tier dumbbell rack

The 4 tier dumbell rack is one of the biggest dumbell racks, and it is also takes up lots more space. If you have a big collection of dumbell weights or you are planning to expand your collection in the future, then the 4 tier rack will be well suited.

Vertical dumbbell rack

The vertical dumbell rack is smaller than the horizontal ones. It takes up less space but it can also store fewer weights than the horizontal ones. There are two types of vertical dumbell racks - The pillar type and then also the A-line form.

If you want a small dumbbell rack then the pillar type will be best, while the A-line takes up a bit more space, but is usually sturdier. Some vertical dumbell racks (like the A-line) have several tiers to store more weights.

The horizontal dumbbell rack

The horizontal dumbell rack takes up more space then the vertical one, but this means that you can store more weights on it and that it is sturdier.

Now that we have looked at the different types of dumbell racks that there are and you have probably seen the one you are interest in, let's look at some of the dumbbell weight racks that are on the market today:

The weider universal dumbbell rack

The Weider Dumbell Rack is made of gauge steel, has 3 tiers, and can store most types of dumbells. It is 29 inches tall and 30 inches wide.

The apex 3 tier dumbbell rack

The Apex Dumbell Rack has a convenient angle so that you can access your weights with more ease. It has 3 tiers to accommodate dumbells of all sizes and styles. Its measurements are: 36 3/4 x 24 x 32", and it weights 54 pounds.

Here are extracts of the user reviews of the product (from Amazon.com):

  • "I looked around for a way to organize these dumbells in my room, and this rack was perfect."
  • "For the price, which was a great deal less than any other same capacity rack, the Apex dumbell rack is hard to beat."
  • "If you are looking for a sturdy, easy to assemble, rack that will hold 6-8 pairs of dumbbells, this is a good one to buy"

The Flat Bench with Bottom Rack

The Flat Bench with Bottom Rack is a great addition to any home gym, as it not only includes a dumbell rack, but also provides a flat bench. You can store your dumbell weights on the bottom rack of the flat bench for easy access while you do your weight lifting exercises on the bench. Its measurements are: 18.5" x 46" x 18.5", and it weights 33 pounds.

Conclusion

Having a dumbell rack in your home gym can really make a difference to your workout experience. No more tripping over your weights or wondering where your dumbells are. With a dumbell rack set you will know where they are and you will have easy access to them - this will do wonders for your motivation to use them.

Just make sure that the dumbell weight rack that you buy can accommodate your type of weight.
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