It is absolutely critical that you select the best weight bench that is fit for purpose. So if you are buying a weight bench for home use then you must know if the bench is sturdy enough for heavy weights. Also having the ability to fold the weight bench away and having the capability to adjust the bench positions for exercise variation.

We have compiled a list of the top 10 folding weight benches in the UK. These are the best sellers and at the best price. Read below the comparison table to understand the various types of folding weightlifting benches. This is important for you to select the most suitable one.

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Top 10 Best Folding Weight Bench For Home

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	1) York Fitness 13-in-1 Workout Bench	2) York Fitness Bench	3)MiraFit Adjustable Folding Weight Bench	4) Gorilla Sports Weight Bench	5)adidas Workout Bench	6)Powerline Folding Bench	7) York B501 Bench	8) We R Sports® Folding Weight Bench	9)V-fit STB-09-2 Herculean Folding Weight Training Bench	10) Ultrasport H250 Folding Weight Bench
Average Rating	(4.7 / 5)	(4.6 / 5)	(4.6 / 5)	(4.5 / 5)	(4.6 / 5)	(4.7 / 5)	(4.4 / 5)	(4.2 / 5)	(4.1 / 5)	(4.1 / 5)	Average Rating
Barbell or Dumbbells	Dumbbell	Dumbbell	Barbell and Dumbbell	Barbell and Dumbbell	Dumbbell	Dumbbell	Barbell and Dumbbell	Barbell and Dumbbell	Barbell and Dumbbell	Barbell and Dumbbell	Barbell or Dumbbells
Bench Type	Adjustable Bench	Adjustable Bench	Traditional Bench	Traditional Bench	Adjustable Bench	Adjustable Bench	Traditional Bench	Traditional Bench	Traditional Bench	Traditional Bench	Bench Type
Foldable	YES	NO	YES	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	Foldable
Incline	YES	YES	NO	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	Incline
Decline	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO	NO	NO	YES	Decline
Bench Upright (90°)	NO	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES	NO	NO	NO	NO	Bench Upright (90°)
Attachments	13 Different Positions Back Extensions	5 Seat Positions	Dip Station	Dip Station	3 Seat Positions	7 Positions Adjustments	Chest Flyes Leg Extension Leg curl	Leg Extension Leg curl	Leg Extension Leg curl	Dip Station Feet strap (sit ups)	Attachments
Dimensions	L=150cm W=41cm H=131cm	L=115cm W=55cm H=45 cm	L=125cm W=57cm H=41cm	L=125cm W=57cm H=78cm	L=115cm W=47.5cm H=115.5cm	L=144.8cm W=40.6cm H=45.7cm	L=162cm W=102cm H=102cm	L=141cm W=55cm H=108cm	108.2 x 46.2 x 12.6 cm	L=120cm W=58cm H=106cm	Dimensions
Weight	23kg	17kg	19kg	18kg	16kg	20kg	21kg	17kg	19kg	19kg	Weight
Weight Capacity (Including User)	180kg	200kg	200kg	200kg	134kg	180kg	200kg	190kg	200kg	200kg	Weight Capacity (Including User)
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Features

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Olympic Barbell or Dumbbells

This feature means what free weight equipment is compatible with the bench. Weight benches that only use dumbbells means that you cannot use a barbell with just the standalone bench. In order to use a barbell one would have to purchase an additional rack of some sort.

Bench Upright (90°)

Bench Upright feature refers to the specific upright position. For some it is important for a weight bench to position itself at an upright position of 90°. This position is essential for targeting the shoulder muscles.

What Other Equipment Do I Need?

The majority of the population that buy a weight bench usually buys a set of dumbbells or weights with a barbell.

You buy the typical set of dumbbells, however they do take up space and can lead to clutter. If you are restricted with space but want to train heavy then adjustable dumbbells are ideal.

There isn’t a need to keep plenty of weight plates around. Furthermore you don’t have to waste time during between sets changing the weights.

Check out the Top 7 Adjustable Dumbbells as we provide comparisons of best selectable dumbbells (they truly are a time and space saver).

Type of Benches

The type of bench that you decide to purchase will depend on what exercises and muscles that you are trying to target. Below we have outlined the various types of bench that you may have come across.

Different type of benches offer different variations of exercises. You have prioritise the muscle groups that are important to you.

Olympic Bench/Traditional

The Olympic bench or traditional bench is one that has a rack/stands in order to place the barbell. This is the most traditional bench that you will find which is integral for most users. This bench provides the user to perform the barbell bench press in safe environment.

However there are two types of traditional benches. The first is the Olympic bench which you will generally see in the gym. These Olympic benches can withstand a lot more weight, at least 150kg (just the weight on the rack) minimum. The second traditional weight bench are often called home weight bench and they usually have the ability to fold.

Muscles Targeted:

1. Chest – Moderate Variation
2. Upper Back – Moderate Variation
3. Lats – Moderate Variation
4. Deltoids (Shoulders) -Low Variation
5. Arms (Biceps and Triceps) – Moderate Variation
6. Legs (some Olympic benches offer the leg extension attachment) – Low Variation

Adjustable/Utility Bench

The Adjustable Bench is one you find in practically every gym. They are the most versatile bench that allow multiple positoning. They are the ideal bench for people that love using dumbbells.

Muscles Targeted:

1. Chest – High Variation
2. Upper Back – Moderate Variation
3. Lower Back – Low Moderation
4. Lats – Moderate Variation
5. Deltoids (Shoulders) -High Variation
6. Arms (Biceps and Triceps) – High Variation
7. Abs – Low Variation

Flat Bench

This particular bench is very old school. You rarely find them in gyms nowadays. As the name states these benches are just flat and have very little uses.

Muscles Targeted:

1. Chest – Moderate Variation
2. Upper Back – Low Variation
3. Lower Back – Low Variation
4. Lats – Moderate Variation
5. Deltoids (Shoulders) -Low Variation
6. Arms (Biceps and Triceps) – Low Variation

Abdominal Bench

The Abdominal Bench was one of the most popular back in the 1980’s and 1990’s. These benches have a declined position and have a padded cushion on the top. They were very popular as they were perfect to perform the famous sit up exercise.

Muscles Targeted:

1. Chest – Low Variation
2. Lower Back – Low Moderation
3. Abs – High Variation

Utilising Dumbbells With a Folding Weight Bench

There are countless dumbbell exercises that you can do on a fitness bench, however bear in mind that some folding weightlifting benches do not give you the space to use dumbbells. When the length of the workout bench is too short then you cannot use dumbbells for any laying press exercises (dumbbells will clash against the barbell rack). Most foldable weight benches should give you the room to use dumbbells though. All it requires is you shifting your body lower down the exercise bench, so ensure bench length is longer enough.

There are tonnes of dumbbell exercises that work your back, chest, arms and legs that you can use in conjunction with a workout bench. Below we explain and describe one of our favourite dumbbell exercise that involves a good portion of upper body strength.

To get started check out the UK’s Top 10 Best Dumbbell set – 20kg combined weight. Use these set of dumbbells together with your weight bench to maximise your muscle growht potential.

Dumbbell Bench Press On An Adjustable Bench

Dumbbell Bench Press is almost exactly the same as the notorious Barbell Bench Press. The Dumbbell version of the bench press offer more range of motion and allows for that additional chest contraction at the top of the movement. Typically it’s easier using a an adjustable/utility bench for this exercise.

If your chest is lacking in mass then the dumbbell bench press might be the answer for you.

➤Target Muscle Worked: Pectoral (Chest)

➤Other Muscles: Triceps & Anterior Delts

➤Exercise Type: Compound

Before you learn how to perform the exercise we recommend learning how to retract your scapula for any horizontal pressing exercise. This keeps your shoulders safe during the movement and allows you to focus on the target muscles better.

Starting Position

Grab a set of dumbbells and sit on the end of bench with legs touching the ground. Hold dumbbells in a neutral grip and place each on both of your thighs, relatively close to your body.

Lift dumbbells with your legs and with one movement lie down on the bench controlling the dumbbells while your back lowers and touches the bench. While your back lowers pronate (palms facing) your grip from neutral.

Hold each dumbbell with a pronated grip on either side of your chest. You should be lying on the bench with dumbbells on each side of chest and elbows fully bent. Dumbbells should in line or just above your nipples. This is your starting position.

Exercise Movement

Push the dumbbells upwards with power till your elbows are almost straight. Hold for 1 second and then lower the dumbbells back to starting position with control. This is 1 rep.

Repeat the movement for given rep range

Click to learn more exercises in detail and discover the Top 10 Dumbbell Exercises to Build Muscle

UK’s Best Folding Weight Bench

We have reviewed the top 3 best folding weight lifting benches and added genuine customer reviews.

York Fitness 13-in-1 Workout Bench

The York Fitness 13-1 Workout Bench is the nation’s number 1 rated folding weight bench. Its versatility of 13 positions makes it an admirable workout bench for home use. This foldable weight bench truly allows the user to work on different areas of the body.

One of the biggest components of this folding weight lifting bench is its 2 hyperextension positions. These 2 unique positions works to isolate the lower back muscles to strengthen and prevent lower back pain. This feature makes the York Fitness 13-in-1 one of UK’s most unique exercise bench.

There are other positions including various incline, 90 degress upright, flat bench, sit up and even the preacher curl position. This workout bench completes your home gym. It even folds away in a flat position to either be tucked underneath the bed or stood upright against a wall after use.

Click here York Fitness 13-in-1 Workout Bench for further details or to buy the folding weight bench 

By S. M. Perry (5 / 5)

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York Fitness Bench

The famous York Fitness Bench is just like your gym’s convention adjustable utility bench. Its ease of use and quick changeablity makes the this folding weight bench UK’s top seller online.

The York Fitness Bench is at a great price, easy to adjust and sturdy. It doesn’t fold flat but measuring at a length of just 115cm makes this adjustable bench compact.

Click here York Fitness Bench for further details or to buy the folding weight bench 

By Griff (5 / 5)

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MiraFit Adjustable Folding Weight Bench

MiraFit Adjustable Folding Weight Bench comes built with barbell racks with additional dip station. The dip exercise is one very underated today but is extraordinary for developing great triceps and lower pectorals.

This folding weight bench is built at a length of 125cm which is generous for the majority to incorporate the dumbbell bench press into one’s training routine.

Folded away with precision keeping things tidy and out of the way. The MiraFit Folding Weight Bench is almost identical to the Gorilla Sports Weight Bench but sold at a lower price. This does not effect product quality in any way, both are extremely durable. They are both advertised to withstand a weight capacity of 200kg but realistically speaking can handle a combine user and load weight of 250kg.

Click here MiraFit Adjustable Folding Weight Bench for further details or to buy the folding weight bench

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