Body-Solid 2" Olympic 6' Lightweight Bar

The OB72A15 is designed for proper progression, technical mastery, and controlled loading. Weighing just 15 lb (6.8 kg)—less than half the weight of a standard 35 lb Olympic bar—this lightweight aluminum bar allows beginners, youth athletes, women, rehab clients, and functional training enthusiasts to develop movement quality before increasing load.

Whether you're coaching foundational lifts or refining technique, this bar delivers authentic Olympic dimensions with a reduced starting weight.

Why This Bar Exists

Most standard Olympic bars start too heavy for true beginners. The OB72A15 solves that problem by:

• Lowering entry weight to 15 lb

• Maintaining a true 28.5 mm grip diameter

• Using full 2" Olympic sleeves (52.5 mm diameter)

• Preserving realistic bar length and spacing for proper setup

This means athletes learn correct mechanics from day one—without compensating for excess load.

Key Features

• 15 lb Starting Weight – Ideal for skill acquisition and technique work
• 6 ft Overall Length (72")
• 28.5 mm Grip Diameter – Familiar Olympic feel
• 51.5" Between Sleeves – Compatible with standard racks
• 52.5 mm Olympic Sleeves – Fits all 2" Olympic plates
• 9.25" Sleeve Length
• Made in the USA
• Suitable for Commercial and Residential Use

Specifications

• Assembled Weight: 15 lb (6.8 kg)
• Dimensions: 72" L × 2.95" W × 2.95" H
• Exercise Focus: Multipurpose
• Type: Olympic Straight Bar

Ideal For

• Beginners learning barbell fundamentals
• Youth strength programs
• Women’s training programs
• Personal training studios
• Cross-training facilities
• Technique refinement sessions
• Warm-up work before progressing to full-weight bars

Build Skill Before Load

Strength is earned through repetition and precision. The OB72A15 allows athletes to own the movement pattern before adding resistance—reducing injury risk and improving long-term progression.

If you're equipping a training space that values development over ego lifting, this is a foundational piece.