Lifting Platform - Custom/DIY
A lifting platform is a reinforced training surface designed to absorb barbell impact, protect floors, and provide stable footing for heavy lifts.
Lifting Platform - Custom/DIY Reviews
Based on 3 reviews from Gym Radar users, the Lifting Platform - Custom/DIY have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5. They're currently the #1 most-owned Platform on Gym Radar, with 11 home gyms reporting ownership.
3 Reviews
Performance
4.67 / 5
Build Quality
4.00 / 5
Value
4.67 / 5
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(4.67)
My first deadlift platform was the classic 8x8 size made from two layers of 4x8” 3/4” thick OSB and 1 layer of horse stall mats for deadlifting and to mount my rack. Eventually I got a bigger rack and added another 2ft to the front of the platform to give myself more space to deadlift.
My DIY tip (specifically for powerlifters and not Olympic weightlifter) is to either not do the center plywood at all or else just make it 2.5-3ft wide instead of 4. I had to added grip tape to prevent my feet from sliding out on sumo deadlifts and bench pressing.
I also followed Alan Thrall’s DIY stencil method to make my logo on my platform
(4.67)
There are some great platforms for purchase out there, but doing it DIY is a simple project that will have a great end result.
(4.00)
Making a deadlift platform is one of the easiest things you can DIY in your gym. Couple sheets of 3/4 plywood and a sheet of 3/4 cabinet grade plywood pair with some stall mats.
Built my deadlift platform in 2017