Squat rack

A squat rack is a sturdy metal frame whose adjustable hooks hold a barbell at a suitable height before squats and other standing lifts. It lets you take the bar onto your shoulders and return it to the rack safely without a separate spotter. Most racks also have adjustable safety bars or pins that catch the bar if a lift fails. A squat rack enables heavy lower-body training and develops the strength of the thighs and glutes in a controlled way.