Strongman logs - best ones... And are they good for you?

[jj80]

I played with a strongman log in the shop today, $240 model, 30kg. Pressed 70kg all up for a double (didnt realise how heavy the log was). Felt allright, but I almost felt like my shoulder prefers the handle horizontal like it would be on an oly bar. The grip was a fixed width and felt OK but I think I've seen adjustable ones.

Do you have a log? Do you still use it or does it collect dust? Would you recommend buying one for a bit of variety?

It seemed like I could maybe press a bit more on one than I could military press cause it starts a bit higher on your chest cause of the diameter. I'm not sure it's as good on your shoulders though.

 

[Stonelifter]

I played with a strongman log in the shop today, $240 model, 30kg. Pressed 70kg all up for a double (didnt realise how heavy the log was). Felt allright, but I almost felt like my shoulder prefers the handle horizontal like it would be on an oly bar. The grip was a fixed width and felt OK but I think I've seen adjustable ones.

Do you have a log? Do you still use it or does it collect dust? Would you recommend buying one for a bit of variety?

It seemed like I could maybe press a bit more on one than I could military press cause it starts a bit higher on your chest cause of the diameter. I'm not sure it's as good on your shoulders though.

Love log. Its more front delt/tricep power to press. Good conditioning tool too when doing multiple clean and press for reps

 

[jj80]

Love log. Its more front delt/tricep power to press. Good conditioning tool too when doing multiple clean and press for reps

Yep definitely felt it in the front delts, dont know if side delts got any work at all though.

 

[Bazza20]

I played with a strongman log in the shop today, $240 model, 30kg. Pressed 70kg all up for a double (didnt realise how heavy the log was). Felt allright, but I almost felt like my shoulder prefers the handle horizontal like it would be on an oly bar. The grip was a fixed width and felt OK but I think I've seen adjustable ones.

Do you have a log? Do you still use it or does it collect dust? Would you recommend buying one for a bit of variety?

It seemed like I could maybe press a bit more on one than I could military press cause it starts a bit higher on your chest cause of the diameter. I'm not sure it's as good on your shoulders though.

I have a 10 inch log it weights 60-65kg empty. Its great. Its heaps of fun to use.

I press less on it than a bar due to the weight being more out in front of you.

The only reason I got one is because it looked fun and it is.

 

[Stonelifter]

I have a 10 inch log it weights 60-65kg empty. Its great. Its heaps of fun to use.

I press less on it than a bar due to the weight being more out in front of you.

The only reason I got one is because it looked fun and it is.

Where did you get yours from? (heavy log for empty 10")

 

[Bazza20]

Just a local made job.

 

[cunniff1981]

Where did you get yours from? (heavy log for empty 10")

I have a 11" (273mm) log and that is 82kg empty. 9mm thk wall on the buggar.
That's a home done job too.

 

[jj80]

Yeah I'd like one but I actually prefer the feel of military press for a serious exercise. I'd just be grabbing one for fun.... Probably will do eventually, wouldn't mind a real wooden one too.

 

[cunniff1981]

They are one of the most fun pieces of kit you'll use. Reps from the floor flatten you. Highly recommended.

 

[Bazza20]

They are one of the most fun pieces of kit you'll use. Reps from the floor flatten you. Highly recommended.

Yep. I don't do strongman and I am the only one that uses it. Totally unnecessary for my home gym but its one of my favorite bits of equipment. Don't regret getting one at all.