elitefts 5/3/1 Squat Stand

The elitefts 5/3/1 Squat Stand is engineered for serious lifters who need a rugged, no-nonsense piece of equipment for their squat and press training. Designed in collaboration with Jim Wendler, this stand embodies the principles of strength, simplicity, and efficiency—perfect for home gym owners and commercial facilities alike.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Compact, Heavy-Duty Design – Built to withstand serious weight while maintaining a small footprint, making it ideal for home gyms, garage setups, or smaller training spaces.
• Jim Wendler-Approved – Designed alongside the creator of 5/3/1, ensuring it meets the needs of hard-working, results-driven lifters.
• Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction – Built with high-quality steel for maximum stability and durability, so you can train with confidence.
• J-Cups for Barbell Safety – Includes adjustable J-cups to accommodate lifters of all sizes and training styles.
• Versatile Training Applications – Ideal for squats, overhead presses, rack pulls, and more.

Specifications:

• Height: 72”
• Width: 48”
• Depth: 49”
• Steel Gauge: 11-gauge
• J-Cup Adjustments: 2” increments
• Weight Capacity: 1,000+ lbs
• Made in the USA

Why Choose the elitefts 5/3/1 Squat Stand?

This squat stand is compact yet durable, designed to help lifters progress safely and effectively. Whether you’re following Jim Wendler’s 5/3/1 program or just need a reliable squat stand, this piece of equipment is built to handle the workload.

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5/3/1 Squat Stand 

The 5/3/1 Squat Stand was built to accommodate the needs of the Wendler 5/3/1 Program. Its bare-bones, no-nonsense model has everything you need to build immense strength. The 5/3/1 Squat Stand is perfect for the garage, basement, shed, or wherever you train (especially if there is limited space). The 5/3/1 Squat Stand is space-efficient yet reliable, sporting the same rock-solid construction that we utilize for all our of racks.  

Read how Jeremy Frey modified his 5/3/1 Squat Stand! 

More Specs:

• Lifetime warranty on all frames and welds.
• 1.5-inch hole spacing
• 3x3 tubing
• 11-gauge steel
• 3" x 3" 11 Gauge Frame
• 49" wide, 38" long, 92" tall
• Backer plates on all bolt points
• Powder-coated finish in Jim Wendler's favorite color
• Tested by the strongest athletes in the world
• Note: Not for use with half-rack weight spotters