Farmers Walk ATX® Handle

Farmers Walk ATX^® Handle - Pair

These Farmers Walk handles are very compact yet professional in handling and heavy-duty. They allow you to carry, lift, and walk with heavy loads, a basic discipline in the strongman sector. Also excellent for training grip strength. Made entirely of steel, black coated. Weight plate holder Ø 50 mm.

The protruding grip position allows for slight spreading when loaded. This ensures optimal legroom and minimizes the risk of injury.

Product Details

• fully welded steel construction
• Grip diameter: Ø 32 mm
• Grippy knurled handles
• hard chrome-plated weight plate holder: Ø 50 mm
• suitable for all plates with an outer diameter up to 450 mm
• heavy-duty - 200 kg/pair
  
• Color: Matt black
• Dimensions: see sketch / data sheet
• Weight: approx. 2 x 3 KG
• Price per pair

Scope of Delivery

1 pair of Farmers Walk ATX® Handle

Item number: MS-FW-M-300

Note

Weight plates / collars shown as examples are not included in the scope of delivery.

Farmers Walk Training

Are you looking for an effective way to train your strength and grip strength with a Strongman exercise? Then you should definitely include the Farmers Walk in your training plan. With our Farmers Walk Handles from ATX Fitness, you can perform the exercise flexibly and comfortably from anywhere! In the Farmers Walk, weight plates are attached to the holders of the handles. The goal is to carry as much weight on the holders as possible and to walk the longest possible distance with it. This simple but extremely effective training activates almost all muscles in your body, including the legs, core, shoulders, and grip strength. In this article, you will learn everything about Farmers Walk training as well as the benefits and tips for the exercise.

The Benefits of Farmers Walk Training

1. Full-body workout: The Farmers Walk is more than just a simple exercise. It is a comprehensive full-body workout that activates and trains almost all muscles in your body. While carrying heavy weights in both hands and walking as far as possible, your legs, core, shoulders, and grip strength are trained.
2. Improved posture: The Farmers Walk challenges your posture in addition to your muscles. By holding heavy weights and maintaining an upright position, you train your back muscles and strengthen your spine. Improved posture not only has a positive effect on your appearance but also helps prevent back pain and promotes a healthy, upright posture.
3. Strengthening grip strength and forearm muscles: In the Farmers Walk, there is a strong focus on grip strength and forearm muscles. By carrying heavy weights over a certain distance, your hands and forearms are heavily used. Improved grip strength allows you to lift heavier weights and perform other exercises such as pull-ups, deadlifts, and kettlebell swings more effectively.

Farmers Walk Execution and Technique

When performing the Farmers Walk, it is important to use the correct technique to achieve maximum results and prevent injuries. Keep your shoulders back, your back straight, and your gaze directed forward. Make sure your torso doesn't sink or your shoulders don't slump. By maintaining the correct posture, you optimally activate your muscles and protect your back.

In addition to the classic exercise execution, there are other variations of how the Farmers Walk can be performed. Bring a new stimulus to your training routine! One variation is the unilateral Farmers Walk, where you only load one hand. This puts even more demand on core stability. Another variation is the diagonal Farmers Walk, where you walk in a diagonal line. This increases the demands on the oblique abdominal muscles and balance. You can also integrate additional training equipment such as Fat Grips, Kettlebells or dumbbells into your Farmers Walk routine to vary the load and create new stimuli for your muscles.

Before you start your training, a thorough warm-up of your muscles, ligaments, and tendons is of utmost priority. With the help of a warm-up, you prevent injuries and maximize your performance. Always pay attention to clean exercise execution!