Weightlifting and training accessories

What can you find in the weight training accessories selection?

This page gathers equipment that complements standard weights: training gloves, suspension straps for abdominal strengthening, ab wheels, sandbags, and a variety of training equipment like rope simulators, resistance bands, or weight kits. You'll find everything you need to enhance your weight training, workouts, or physical preparation for trail running, without going through bars, discs, or benches which have their own pages.

Kettlebells, dumbbells, discs: other pages to build your workout

The site organizes weight training equipment into several categories that you can view separately:

• The kettlebells for ballistic work and full-body movements.
• The dumbbells for classic weight training exercises with fixed or adjustable weights.
• The discs to combine with bars for adjusting weight.
• The weight bars for multi-joint movements.
• The medicine balls for core work and throws.
• The weight benches for guided exercises and ground work.
• The storage and racks for organizing your training space.
• The training equipment, another entry to find all functional accessories.

You can also go back to the Weight Training page for an overview of the catalog.

Sandbags and functional strength equipment

The sandbag is a weighted sack that shifts the centre of gravity of the load during exercises, which requires more stabilization than traditional dumbbells or discs. It's used for carries, squats, rotations, or physical preparation movements similar to those in trail running or functional training. The weight kit follows the same principle: it allows for adding weight to a movement gradually.

Gloves, ab wheel, and suspension strap

Training gloves protect your hands during exercises with bars, dumbbells, or pulling machines and improve grip on handles. The ab wheel targets core stability and the deep muscles of the torso. The suspension strap allows you to work your abs and upper body using your body weight, without bulky equipment to set up.

Hudora and Pure 2Improve: brands featured on this page

The catalog includes equipment from Hudora, focused on strengthening and rotation accessories, and Pure 2Improve, notably present in sandbags and weighted accessories. Both brands cover essential needs for strengthening the upper body, torso, and overall physical preparation.

When to take advantage of the best deals on weight training accessories?

Prices and availability change with the site's commercial operations. To spot a good deal, it's best to monitor the dedicated pages rather than a specific date: the Black Friday offers arrive at the end of the year, followed by holiday discounts and then winter sales. In spring, the French Days offer a new window for purchases. You can also check the Good Deals, Clearance, and Special Offers pages at any time, or the Shipped in 24h page if you want to get your equipment quickly. The new products section shows the latest items added to the catalog.

Frequently asked questions

Do you need gloves to train with dumbbells?

It’s not mandatory, but training gloves reduce friction and the risk of blistering during long sets. They also provide a better grip on bars and metal handles. Some models add wrist support for pulling movements.

What’s the difference between a sandbag and a weight kit?

The sandbag is a standalone sack that is carried, lifted or moved, with a load that shifts inside during the exercise. The weight kit is usually attached to the body or an existing accessory to add weight to a known movement. Both assist physical preparation but do not require stabilization in the same way.

Is the ab wheel suitable for beginners?

The exercise requires a certain level of core strength before being done on your knees with full range. A beginner can start with partial movements before gradually increasing the range. It is recommended to master static core stability before starting.

Can a suspension strap replace a pull-up bar?

The suspension strap allows for working the upper body and abs with different exercises compared to strict pull-ups, using varying body angles. It doesn't exactly replicate the pull-up motion but broadens the range of bodyweight exercises. Both accessories complement each other rather than being interchangeable.

Are these accessories suitable for home use?

Yes, most of the items on this page (gloves, suspension strap, ab wheel, sandbag, lightweight training equipment) require little storage space. They are suitable for both gyms and home use, unlike benches or racks which require more space.