For athletes and fitness enthusiasts, building a home gym means finding equipment that not only performs, but that fits in your space. Nike Strength is stepping up to solve both of these challenges with two new performance solutions: the Nike Half Rack and the Nike Kettlebell & Dumbbell Rack.
The Nike Half Rack: An all-in-one training solution
There may not be a better single piece of equipment that gives you everything you need in one compact space, and that appears to be Nike Strength’s goal with the design of this ultimate all-in-one training solution. The space-saving Nike Half Rack marries the functionality of a squat rack with the storage of a plate tree, plus a heavy-duty pull-up bar and even optional add-ons like a storage shelf, spotter arms and a dip station.
When building a home gym, the dream is to have one rack that puts everything you need within reach, and that’s why the Nike Half Rack delivers. The accessible design features integrated weight horns that make it easy to store all your plates on the rack. Not to mention, having all your plates within reach makes your training so much more efficient, since you can seamlessly load and unload your barbell. If you’re concerned that this rack is too compact, believe me, Nike Strength thought of that. They realized that a small footprint was great for fitting in a home gym, but you also need space to lift comfortably. That’s why the Half Rack has an 18 inch depth, allowing enough space so that your plates don’t get in the way of your lift.
Nike Strength was also very intentional with the durability and strength features on this design. The rack is constructed from 11-gauge, 3″ x 3″ steel tubing uprights and secured with 5/8″ bright zinc hardware, allowing the durability needed for heavy lifting while maintaining a compact profile. It also features newly designed Premium J-Cups that protect your barbell and increase the rack’s weight capacity. The J-Cup and Half Rack feature a weight capacity of 1,100 lbs and even the pull-up bar is heavy duty, allowing a weight capacity of 475 lbs. The end result is a rack that really lives up to its billing as a compact solution that makes championship lifting at home much more feasible and functional.
The Nike Kettlebell & Dumbbell Rack: Smarter Strength
Nike Strength knows that two of the most common pieces of home gym equipment are dumbbells and kettlebells, but not everybody has an easy way to store them all. That’s why they designed the Nike Kettlebell & Dumbbell Rack. The 2-in-1 storage solution is a smart and space-efficient way to organize all the free weights you need, while keeping your floors protected from scuffs and dings.
The central feature of the Nike Kettlebell & Dumbbell Rack is the dedicated kettlebell shelf. Nike Strength designed a flat top shelf that features a rubber mat that not only reduces noise, but also protects your kettlebells long-term by preventing constant metal-on-metal contact. Think about what it’s like after a challenging set. You’re probably going to drop that kettlebell hard on your rack, and you want it to land on something soft that can keep it protected. The raised storage shelf is also a much more practical solution keeping your floors intact. Even though it’s common to keep your dumbbells and kettlebells on the floor, having a raised storage rack keeps your workout area clean and reduces the stress on your floors.
Bringing Elite Training Home
These new innovations continue a growing trend by Nike Strength to combine high-performance fitness with functional design that looks great. Just last year, they debuted their stylish Nike Grind Dumbbells, Nike Grind Bumper Plates and Nike Shield Barbells, all with fashionable nods to Nike’s legendary footwear history. These new additions look like the next step in the brand’s dedication to championship performance.