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9017 Flex Bench
1 × 495,00€
Flat benches, adjustable benches, powerlifting racks and dedicated stations such as the Seal Row and Hip Thrust: nine Sidea pieces of equipment for training with barbells and free weights. Designed for commercial weight rooms, CrossFit boxes and advanced home gyms, with no guided mechanisms.
Flat, adjustable and specialised benches (Seal Row, Hip Thrust, Functional Bench); Powerlifting rack with barbell supports and spotter arms; adjustable Jerk Blocks for overhead work and clean & jerk
Benches & Powerlifting
337,03€ FEES and TAXES NOT INCLUDED
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KIT - PROMOTION
Guida completa: Panche & Powerlifting
Bench Press & Powerlifting: A Comprehensive Guide
The Benches & Powerlifting category brings together Sidea equipment designed for strength training with barbells and free weights, without any guided mechanisms. You’ll find flat and adjustable benches, powerlifting racks with spotters, and stations Hip Thrust e Seal Row, oltre a jerk block regolabili per lavori overhead. Sono strumenti pensati per chi programma sedute dedicate all'allenamento della forza e dei suoi fondamentali come squat, panca, stacco e loro varianti, in sala pesi commerciale, studio PT o home gym evoluto. Nove referenze che coprono i tre gesti fondamentali del powerlifting e i principali accessori per strength conditioning and physical training.
What is Bench Press & Powerlifting: definition and function
The term ‘Bench & Powerlifting’ refers to the range of structural supports that enable free-weight lifts to be performed: flat bench press, back squat, front squat, military press, hip thrust, seal row and their variations. These are passive pieces of equipment. They have no pulleys, cables or fixed paths of movement: the load is managed entirely by the athlete, who must control the direction, speed and stabilisation.
Questo li rende centrali nella preparazione atletica. Il gesto libero, non vincolato da restrizioni meccaniche ausiliari attiva la muscolatura stabilizzatrice, replica pattern motori reali e permette maggiori benefici in termini di performance rispetto a movimenti vincolati, che difficilmente soddisfano le richieste di stabilizzazione del mondo reale. Un powerlifting rack certificato regge carichi ben oltre i 300 kg statici sui J-hook, con spotter arm che intervengono in caso di cedimento rendendo sicuri esercizi come panca piana o squat. La panca piana per bench press ha invece specifiche precise su altezza da terra e larghezza dello schienale, secondo standard IPF.
Types of Bench Presses & Powerlifting
Flat and adjustable benches
Le panche fisse come la 9020 Flat Bench servono per bench press pesante: schienale rigido, base stabile, altezza IPF-compliant. Le regolabili come la 9025 Panca Regolabile Professionale con ruote e la 9017 Flex Bench coprono inclinato, declinato e verticale per lavori con manubri, curl su panca e press dalla seduta. Le ruote sul retro semplificano lo spostamento in sala tra una postazione e l'altra.
Racks and powerlifting stations
Il 9045 Powerlifting Rack è la struttura centrale della zona forza: supporti J-hook regolabili in altezza, spotter arm laterali, base d'appoggio per lo spotter, bracci di sostegno regolabili in campanatura. Questo rack soddisfa tutti i più elevati standard di sicurezza e di efficienza Compatibile con powerlifting barbells 20 kg and bumper plates.
Specialist benches
La 9021 Panca Seal Row permette il rematore da prono senza cheating: petto appoggiato, gambe pendenti, focus totale su dorsali e romboidi. La 9024 Functional Bench è modulare per esercizi ibridi e da il massimo grado di polivalenza nel proprio utilizzo. Il 9122 Hip Thrust Platform Bench e il 9122K Hip Thrust Kit isolano il lavoro sui glutei con bilanciere, pattern ormai standard nella preparazione atletica d'elite, in quella femminile e nella riabilitazione del gluteo debole.
Weightlifting blocks
Il 9115 ADJ Metal Jerk Block è pensato per weightlifting: jerk, split jerk, push press dalle posizioni sopra la testa. Regolabile in altezza per adattarsi a differenti fasi dell'alzata e ridurre l'impatto della barra a terra su weightlifting platforms.
How to choose: a guide to use cases
Commercial gyms and weight rooms
You’ll need at least one IPF-compliant flat bench (9020), one adjustable bench with castors (9025) and a powerlifting rack (9045). If your clientele is focused on bodybuilding, add the Seal Row 9021 and at least one hip thrust station. For weightlifting, the adjustable jerk block is almost essential.
PT studios and small spaces
The Functional Bench 9024 is the most versatile choice: it allows you to perform a wide range of exercises in a small space. Combined with a compact rack and a set of hexagonal dumbbells, it is suitable for most hypertrophy and strength training programmes.
Advanced home gym and garage gym
The 9025 adjustable bench comes with castors for easy movement; a powerlifting rack is recommended if you have sufficient headroom (at least 220 cm of clear space above), otherwise opt for a lower-profile frame. The 9122K Hip Thrust Kit is a good alternative if you don’t want a dedicated platform.
CrossFit Box
For traditional WODs, you mainly need racks and flat benches that can withstand rapid changes to the setup. The 9115 jerk block is useful for dedicated strength work outside of WODs, as part of Olympic weightlifting training.
Technical glossary
- J-hook
- Rack-mounted J-shaped supports that hold the barbell in the starting position for squats and bench presses. They are height-adjustable along the rack’s vertical uprights and coated in UHMW or a soft material to prevent damage to the barbell’s knurling.
- Spotter arm
- Bracci di sicurezza orizzontali del rack che fermano il bilanciere in caso di cedimento dell'atleta. Regolabili in altezza, permettono di allenarsi al cedimento in sicurezza anche senza spotter umano di supporto. Standard sui rack powerlifting seri.
- Hip thrust
- A barbell hip exercise, performed with the back resting against a bench or dedicated platform, designed to maximise activation of the gluteus maximus. Introduced by Bret Contreras, it has now become standard practice in athletic training and women’s bodybuilding.
- Seal row
- Prone row on a raised bench, with feet not touching the floor. This prevents cheating with the back and legs, isolating the latissimus dorsi, rhomboids and middle trapezius. Widely used in training for latissimus dorsi hypertrophy.
- Jerk block
- Raised blocks used in weightlifting to position the barbell at shoulder or hip height, isolating the jerk phase or allowing for partial repetitions on pull exercises. Height-adjustable to suit different lifts.
- Standard IPF
- Technical specifications set by the International Powerlifting Federation for competition equipment: bench dimensions, rack height, minimum load capacity. An IPF-compliant bench is between 122 and 125 cm long and between 42 and 45 cm high from the floor.
- Powerlifting
- Disciplina dedicata alla forza basata su tre alzate fondamentali: squat, panca piana, stacco da terra. A differenza del weightlifting olimpico, non prevede movimenti esplosivi sopra la testa a traiettoria complessa ma massimali di forza pura su gesti controllati a traiettorie lineari.
- Bumper plate
- Rubber or polyurethane discs of the same diameter (450 mm), regardless of weight, designed to be dropped onto the floor without damaging the flooring or the barbell. Standard for weightlifting and CrossFit.
Comparison of Bench Press & Powerlifting Models Sidea
| Model | Type | Main use | Ideal setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9020 Flat Bench | Fixed flat bench | Heavy bench press | Weight room, powerlifting |
| 9025 Professional Adjustable Bench with Wheels | Adjustable bench | Inclined, declined, vertical | Commercial gym, personal training studio |
| 9017 Flex Bench | Flexible adjustable bench | Multi-angle with dumbbells | PT studio, home gym |
| 9021 Seal Row Bench | Specialist bench | Isolated Prone Rowing | Weight room, bodybuilding |
| 9024 Functional Bench | Modular bench | Functional hybrid exercises | PT Studio, functional |
| 9045 Powerlifting Rack | Strength rack | Squats, bench press, military press | Weight room, powerlifting |
| 9122 Hip Thrust Platform Bench | Dedicated platform | Barbell hip thrust | Gym, glute workout |
| 9122K Hip Thrust Kit | Compact kit | Modular hip thrust | Home gym, small spaces |
| 9115 ADJ Metal Jerk Block | Adjustable blocks | Jerk, push press, pull | Weightlifting, CrossFit box |
Frequently Asked Questions about Bench Press & Powerlifting
In the FAQs below, you’ll find answers on the differences between fixed and adjustable benches, how to choose a home gym rack, the weight capacity of the Sidea models, and when you really need a specialised bench such as the Seal Row or the Hip Thrust.
Why choose Sidea
Sidea has been manufacturing and distributing professional fitness equipment since 1999 from its warehouse in Gambettola, covering over 4,000 m² in Emilia-Romagna. The Benches & Powerlifting range is designed for continuous use in commercial weight rooms: steel frames, tested welds, and tear-resistant cushion covers. We are an official StrongFirst distributor and Luxiaojun, presenti a FIBO come espositori e sponsor del Summit of Strength StrongFirst. Il servizio Gym Design produce render 3D su misura per box CrossFit, palestre, centri di preparazione atletica e home gym di alto livello: se stai allestendo una zona forza completa, il nostro ufficio tecnico ti aiuta a dimensionare rack, panche e pedane pesistica in base a metratura e flusso utenti.
Domande frequenti - Panche & Powerlifting
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A fixed flat bench, such as the 9020, has a rigid, horizontal backrest, optimised for heavy bench presses in accordance with IPF standards. The adjustable version, such as the 9025 or the 9017 Flex Bench, allows for different angles (flat, incline, decline, vertical) for dumbbell exercises, seated military presses and curls. In a commercial weight room, both are needed: the fixed bench for maximum strength training, and the adjustable bench for a variety of exercises.
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The 9045 Powerlifting Rack is primarily designed for squats, bench presses and static lifts with a barbell. For Olympic weightlifting (snatch, clean & jerk), a dedicated weightlifting platform with adjustable jerk blocks, such as the 9115, is preferable, as it better accommodates the release of the barbell after the jerk. The rack can, however, be used for a weightlifter’s auxiliary strength training.
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La 9021 Panca Seal Row è progettata con altezza specifica (circa 60-65 cm) e supporto pettorale ergonomico che permette il rematore prono senza cheating di gambe e schiena. Una panca normale rialzata su blocchi non replica lo stesso isolamento e crea instabilità. Se il tuo obiettivo è l\'ipertrofia dorsale seria o programmi di bodybuilding avanzato, la panca dedicata fa differenza.
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The 9045 Powerlifting Rack requires at least 220–230 cm of clear height from floor to ceiling. Bear in mind that you need to be able to perform standing military presses with a barbell overhead without risking it touching the ceiling. If your garage has a lower ceiling, there are more compact squat-only racks or wall-mounted half-rack solutions available.
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Yes, but there are differences. The 9122K is a compact kit that fits onto existing benches and takes up less space: ideal for home gyms or personal training studios with limited floor space. The 9122 Hip Thrust Platform Bench is a dedicated platform that is more stable and quicker to use in a commercial setting, where multiple users take turns on the station without having to reassemble the setup each time.
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The 9020 Flat Bench and the 9025 Professional Adjustable Bench are designed for intensive commercial use with barbells loaded to over 200 kg static. The steel frame and welded joints can withstand the loads typical of powerlifting, even during maximum lift training. For certainty regarding the exact load capacity of a specific model, please refer to the technical data sheet for that individual product.
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Il 9115 ADJ Metal Jerk Block è nato per jerk e push press nel weightlifting olimpico, ma è utile anche per rack pull, deadlift dai blocchi, partial squat sopra parallelo e lavori di forza sopra la testa. La regolazione in altezza lo rende versatile in preparazione atletica generale, non solo nel programma dell\'atleta olimpico.
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Controllo periodico dei bulloni (ogni 3-6 mesi in sala pesi commerciale ad alto traffico), verifica dell\'usura dei rivestimenti dei J-hook, ispezione delle saldature. I cuscini delle panche vanno puliti con detergenti neutri per evitare deterioramento dell\'ecopelle. Le ruote della 9025 Panca Regolabile vanno lubrificate se lo spostamento diventa difficoltoso.
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Yes. The 9025 and 9017 Flex Bench are designed to support the weight of a bodybuilder, even with dumbbells weighing over 40–50 kg per hand. The wide base prevents the bench from tipping over when being positioned under load. For extremely heavy dumbbells (over 60 kg per hand), always check the load capacity stated in the model’s technical specifications.
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It isn’t compulsory for squats and bench presses, but it is recommended if you also plan to do deadlifts or weightlifting exercises in the same area. A wooden and rubber platform protects the floor from the impact of a barbell loaded with bumper plates and stabilises your movement. In a commercial weight room with high-quality technical rubber flooring, you can manage without one.
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Sidea has been designing and distributing professional fitness equipment since 1999: over 25 years’ experience serving gyms, sports coaches, CrossFit boxes, personal training studios and enthusiasts of advanced home fitness. Official distributor for StrongFirst and Luxiaojun, exhibiting at the FIBO international trade fair and technical sponsor of the Summit of Strength. Every product is developed with a focus on durability, functionality and suitability for real-world use. The Gym Design service offers bespoke design with 3D renderings. A warehouse covering over 4,000 m² in Gambettola (FC) ensures rapid order fulfilment, direct technical advice and a special price list for professionals and amateur sports clubs (ASD).
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