How to Build a Gym BENCH - DIY DUDES
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- Опубліковано 14 лис 2014
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Starring: Duke
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I constructed a bench following his advice. The bench is perfect for home Workouts during the quarantine. I weigh 211lb and used two 55lb dumbells and it feels safer than some benches in the Gym. Stay healthy guys don't let Corona get to you!!!
Thunderhawk Jeff hey boss I’m right there with ya. Built one really similar to this out of lumber I had around the house and it’s more solid than 90% of free weight Cybex benches at my gym 😂
So how heavy do you guys think we can go on it?
im too stupid to make anything like this.. im going with the milk creates and towel option ;(..
That's why I'm making one..
Fate furb corona
Update6 months and I'm still loving this bench. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxo_64lVTGMk7y4aXTPxPOcQ3YTLyQ6kYV I use it almost daily. I've gotten used to the small wobble and it's no problem at all. Love the storage, it folds right next to my weight set in the garage and hardly takes any space. I wish the covering material was a little bit tougher. I have a feeling that in a couple years it'll tear, but the bench is very well priced that I would just buy a new one.3 month usage review. Awesome bench for someone looking for compactness and storage. I did have to drill a couple holes to adjust my preferred seating position and leg bar position but that's only due to my personal preference. It's very sturdy for normal workouts, but for anyone going above 100# dumbbell press it wobbles ever so slightly. I would probably go with a fixed bench if that's the case. That being said i can accomplish 99% of my normal gym workout with this setup. Very happy with the purchase.
I got it!!!! This is the Parts list for the bench. Thanks for the DIY Video Buff Duke
TOOLS
Power Drill
Straight Edge
scissors
Razor Knife
Staple Gun
Frame
4 4x4 12" length
1 4x4 37" length
3/4" plywood 12" wide 50" long
12 Simson Strong ties
3/4" wood screw 1 box
2" wood screws
Padding
Scrap memory foam
54" long 13 1/2 wide
Vinyl (Marine Vinyl Preferred)
2 yard is enough
Cut to 2 wide x 5 length'(feet)
NEW FAN, HOPE THIS HELPS
Thanks for the info. I needed it to put this thing together. you rock.
it's a binch 😎
i think i just stick to my bed lol
Goat
Hey man thanks for the list, but i only counted 10 Stron ties. What am i missing?
Sweet binch, I love that binch.. Especially with the 4 buh 4's.
lololol
4 buh 4's kind of gives it away that hes joking
another one, screws screws, another one, screws screws 6:05
Whilom Forge the binch is 2 feet 3/8 inches and the vinyl is 2 yards...... why not use metrics 😂😂😂✌🏻👍🏻 great build dude
Nice
never thought i'd be able to sit through an entire 18 minute video of watching a guy build a gym bench...but buff dad made it very enjoyable. if you're reading this, keep up the good work and the effort you put into making these videos is much appreciated.
Hey Mike, I am reading your very kind words. Thank you.
***** okay with your comments and the others I won't stop now. Initially Hudson says we should do a diy thing and thought, (because of my fear of how it would be perceived), "I don't think that would work there's tons of diy stuff." I wouldn't of done it if it wasn't for the Buff Dudes. Now because of the Buff Dudes family I have my own channel diy Duke. I want to make the diy projects interesting and useful and of course build more gym equipment so thank you so much.
DIY Duke My dad died when i was a little kid and never go to do any of this kind of stuff and seeing you i cant be a little bit but envious of your kids, they have a great dad, im 32y now and if i have kids down the road i hope i can be as cool as u, greetings from Portugal.
Mr100700551 I'm very sad that your Dad passed before you two had a chance to do those things together. So sorry. I know that when you become a father that you'll do fine because you recognize how important it is to spend time with those you love. We never know what we've got until it's gone sometimes. I personally never had a Dad that I did much of anything with, he was hardly around and when he was he was drunk a lot. So I remember telling myself if I ever become a father I'm going to try to be a good one. Thank you for sharing those personal words.
DIY Duke Thank you also, those words actually make me feel better about my past and future, thank you.
Just made this, feels really solid - I'm 6'4 and 240 lbs.
¿And with what you work up? Pech press with 200 pounds??
@@francovicente5116 yeah I'm still a novice so I press in that range, and no issues at all with stability of the bench
Whos here after all gyms closed ?
Quarantine baby 😢
hey :D
Delivery from local hardware store totay, just started building exactly this bench :D
mr horse legs 👍🏽
the struggle is actually this time
Forget the money, it truly is something to make the equipment yourself, and then use it for working out......
nice bench.
Your dad needs his own tv show lol. Idk why but I like seeing things being built
that's humain a guess ps; i do too xD
Haha, I do to. Its so awesome to watch.
"build a bitch"
I built this and started pressing a two 40 pound dumbells four years ago. Instead of finishing all black and cushy , I draped a towel over and stored the weights under the bench. the bench press has been a staple in my routine ever since.
thanks for this video. Cheers.
Stumbled across this by accident today, totally forgot this was the video we watched to build our gym bench a few years ago! Easy video to follow and this totally works. We’ve had it for 3 years now and it’s still solid - glad I came across this again, I’d recommend this video to anyone looking to build a bench. We happened to have a pad lying around that was the right size and we fastened that to the top as well.
You really are my most favourite youtube/fitness channel. You´re not only giving videos on how to do exercises and what to avoid, but also do awesome videos like this. Buff Dad you rock ! And you even made a 12 week workout plan for free, which I really enjoyed trying out. You´re not about the money, you´re really trying to help us. All in all yoßre awesome, keep up the great work !
Definitely excited for the dip station and arm blaster! It'd be cool if DIY Duke could make an ab roller, a roman chair/GHR, or a T-bar attachment to the power rack where you can add the barbell. Really anything in general. Loving his series!
Ricky we got this super cool Roman chair, preacher bench combo looking idea in the works. Think you'll like it.
Roman chair would be great
I love your explanation of the project being less about money and more about a sense of pride in building things. Great diy video!
Just built this! Very good directions! Thank you! Here's what I spent: $12 for the 4x4, $15 for the brackets, $8 for the vinyl, $20 for the foam = $55 I had the plywood and screws laying around. I went with 1" foam due to the cost (probably could have found it cheaper, but it was convenient).
It's awesome, should work well! Thanks!
That's totally awesome! I need to build this. Thanks for the video
This is the first video of yours that I've watched and as an avid do it yourselfer and hobbiest woodworker i have to say im very impressed, thank you for such an informative video and I'd like the folks at buff dudes to know that im excited to base my design on your own.
I just wanted to say thabk you so very much for putting up DOY videos on how to construct gym equipment. I am a craftsman (electrician to be specific) and I love building stuff! I could have gotten this assembled in due time after a process of trial and error but it helps tremendously to have someone who can give you the measurements and the step by step instructions. That saves me so much time and really helps me alot! I am watching ALL of your videos and once again...I am super thankful for you and your videos! Thank you again!
After watching this video about 3 weeks ago I decided to build the Buff Dudes bench! The thing is AWESOME! I would definitely recommend this DIY project. The bench is super sturdy and doesn't flex at all. That was really my primary concern after first watching the video. Thanks for the video Dudes, looking forward to more in this series.
watching those screws go in is so satisfying
I suggest making the horizontal 37" piece 42" and shortening the legs to 8" pieces. This takes the stress of the weight off of the brackets and puts it on the horizontal piece of wood. This was recommendation from a friend who is a structural engineer.
That would increase the twist-shear since the top is wider than the base. To me that seems like a bigger risk, especially considering the top is already directly supported by two columns.
Using 2 vertical legs each side and corner braces both directions just like the power rack should help
I was thinking the same thing. As another person mentioned, making the the base longer than the top is also a good idea. I was planning on making my base 13.5" and the top 12.125". I would lower the legs to get to a target height of 17-18" overall. I was shooting for 17.5".
These are some of my favorite DIY videos ever. Buff Dude Dad rocks.
Great video. I just built one following your instructions and my boys said it looks and feels like a professional bench!
What about building a simple cable system for some cable exercises to complete the home gym ;)
Agreed, would be great, but also would be harder to do.
Definitely gonna do some cable stuff, have a bunch of 3/8 inch winch cable. Plenty strong enough.
awesome idea. i'm thinking about building one myself. just a sheave, a cable and a chain to hold the weights but would be nice to have something to base the build on. keep it coming, dudes :)
DIY Duke Buff Dad you are a LEGEND !
Vincent Renardi Linaksana Thank you Vincent.
How about an adjustable Flat/Incline/Decline bench???
Absolutely. Can you add on to this bench. As a part II.
Sergio Vale da Serra put soething up under it
This was very interesting. Simple , no nonsense approach with an easy to follow set of instructions.
Awesome video.
I just built mine this morning by following along with your video. It works perfect. I’m using a cushion for my ice chest until I get the material. Thanks for the video.
Buff dudes dad is awesome!
I watched this even though I own a bench. No regrets.
No Ragrets bro! Got that tattooed on my face last week... No Ragrets.
This is a great build thank you for the instructions. Looking forward to watching more videos
After 5 years, Buff Dad's work is still great! Props & greetings from Germany!
If your looking for cheap ways to build a bench. Get a pallet from the dump for the 4x4. You can also get plywood there most of the time. Thats how I build a home gym with my dad when I was younger living out on his farm. He had the tools and we got most things from the dump. Not the coolest thing to admit but free is free.
i also use things from the dump, but if you sand it and paint it you can't see the diffrence between this and new materials
Mike Van Der Poel
exactly. thats where the fun comes in. take something people threw away and turn it into something people mistake for brand new.
Duke, you hurt that bench's feelings when you were kicking it around. It just wants to love you!
I Made my own bench following de buff dude guide, please upload more videos it turned out freaking amazing, now i'm getting buff gains !
Incredible! You definitely add a unique flavor to the channel. It's cool to see a family working together to achieve goals. Appreciate all the hard work.
Buff Dad rocks!
Thanks Fede
yeah hes awsome
DIY Duke hey duke what's the weight capacity on this, thinking about building one
Erik sanchez we've used it up to 500 lbs including body weight
ok thanks, keep the videos coming you guys are awesome
Buff Dad looks like Heisenberg from Breaking Bad!
+ShaggsWithADew Jessie...... we need to lift
He could be Bryan Cranston's long lost twin. In his videos without the beard he looks just like Hal from Malcolm in the Middle.
ShaggsWithADew you are goddamn right
1 year late but it is the glasses and beard lol.
17:53 Seems like something Heisenberg/Walter would say like that, and when he mad thay noise and winked xD
Wow!! Super cool!! After watching this im definitely gonna build my own stuff! I used to have store bought but after a few years in the elements outside they are rusted junk! Totally gonna do this! Great video! Thanks!!
Thanks for the great idea. I made mine and it turned out great. I even added cables (front, 2 low 2high inside, lat pull down). Works awesome. Couldn't of done it with out you guys.
For some reason I really enjoyed watching the process, from beginning to end, and I'm a guy who gets easily distracted!
He scared me when he started bending those Simpson Strong Ties, I was like "Welp, I'm not gonna be able to do this project without blowing my back."
Haha, I totally fell for that as well!
I built this bench last week. It looks AMAZING. for paint I used three coats of Rustoleum Truck Bed textured spray paint. I went to the fabric store and got textured Arctic Vinyl. It is sooooo solid and super classy looking. Thanks for the fun DIY project, dudes.
does it feel sturdy, like it can hold some weight?
asleep in the video store absolutely. Solid AF.
Just made this with my wife and kids. It was great fun and the bench works perfectly💪😃.
Thanks for the video from Denmark
Nice work. The footprint of the bottom posts seem a bit narrow. Most posts extend out at to give a wider footprint to be more stable.
Doesn't have to be quite 50$ if you have a habitat for humanity in your area they sometimes have Re-stores that sell old lumber for next to nothing
I've been power watching a lot of your videos today, I just wish I'd seen them a few weeks ago. I just bought the wife a squat rack and bench to go with our Bowflex. I would definitely have saved some money building our own power rack and bench. You have excellent videos, and I appreciate all the great ideas and helpful tips. I'm proud to be your newest sub as of a few seconds ago. Happy New Year!!
I love making my own stuff. Will definitely be making this one. Thanks again Buff Dudes!
I can't wait to make my binch out of 4 befores!
Hey bully leave that bench alone! Pick on someone your own size lol! Great vid bro, thanks!!
Greetings from Northern Ireland. I'm building this. A project during Covid lockdown. Buying stuff is presently virtually impossible. Thanks buddy for the design.
I got inspired to build a bench like this back when this video came out. Years later, I'm still using the bench and it's still sturdy and even comfortable to use. Feels good to know I made it myself, too. Thanks Buff Dad!!
What are your stats? And have you maxed on it?
im not gonna build one.. im just here to watch and it's damn fun and interesting to watch this DIY video
I just so happen to have most of these stuffs lying around in my garage :)
You are doing a great service, mad respect, thank you!
This is awesome I'm probably going to build this along with the power rack over the summer
At the start I thought he said, ".....But now we need a bitch!"
Lol me too
nice work
Sky Land Studio Thank you!
Buff dad rocks! I built my own first bench as well, but I did have joinery training. Built it out of scrap wood I had lying around and covered it with a pice of scrap carpet. Got some friction burns off it, but hey, no pain no gain😆
Would just like to say a very big thank you for all yr efforts and time making this vid for us who need it ,,,take care wishing u all the very best cheers Mac
the base (feet) should be wider than the bench to avoid tipping, just saying.
Yeah totally. Good catch
Another 6" should do it
@@kas0016 I think he kept them tight for foot placement... I have been going back on the foot placement myself longer for steady base... or tight for different foot placement).
Yeah I’m gonna make sure that’s the case with mine. Always a wider base!
man you rock, this DIY videos inspired me to do my own home gym, the tricky part will be to actualy buy weights plates, maybe there is a workaround, any ideas??? they are expensive as hell.. :(
Look for specials, I bought a new 300lb Barbell Cap set from Academy during the holidays for $160, it included the Olympic Bar, 2-45lb plates, 2-35lb plates and so on, which they usually retail for $209. For the amount of weight, it is quite a steal! Or you can always use Craigslist. The weights may be a bit rusted, but they'll be cheaper....Alao DIY Duke did make a DIY on creating your own weights from empty protein tubs.
Archangeldawn damn that's super cheap, well is so hard in this crap yountry of mine.... i dont mind rusty ones as long as they are actualy weights and i need at least 200kg of em so that's like 600$ for that amount of weights (cheapest deal i could find, used equipement) so you see my struggle..
I see the struggle is real. Well like Buff Dudes have said before, it's an investment in yourself & one that will keep on giving as long as you keep active. Just save up & keep looking around. No matter how long it takes, you'll find a decent set. Good luck!
imgur.com/zTadT8Z,keFOG7L,6gMtUG1,tEqsMSw,k6upvAB,a1yRREV,Xqu5hVP,Ct5w4aw,eomAPzq,aswdPTS#0 ;) yeah is true, i did just that, im a student, and is impossible to save up, but when there is a will there is a way :)
***** not for croatia :P
Thank you for your videos! Much appreciated!
Great design. I am almost finished my bench, jus finished painting, tomorrow will cover. Much thanks for sharing video
I think it might be a nice idea to glue the foam onto the wood, otherwise it might move around a little.
Cool video, I sorta love the incline bench, can DIY Duke do a incline add-on for the bench?
Hey Gabriel, definitely need to do an incline. Fact thanks to Lt. James we have plans. Be doing that for sure in the near future. Thanks for watching.
DIY Duke Don't make it 45 degrees, please! A lot of gym equipment manufacturers make the same mistake. Less (angle) is more.
Sounds good Gabriel.
Fede de Ugarriza will do Fede.
DIY Duke awesome stuff DIY DUKE! I've been wanting a bench but didn't want to get it at a store. It's better to make it. Could you please do a roman chair?? Love your vids. Thanks!!
I have a background in wooden boatbuilding. After watching a couple of these videos, I'm looking into making some of this stuff myself. Loving the work!
Also, I love the Bronco in the background.
You are so awesome! Love watching you DIYDUKE. That should be a hashtag for all the buff dudes and dudets who make your equipment!
What I'd love to see is you tackle the Jacob Ladder! It's like a treadmill sort of thing but instead of running you use both hands and feet and continuously climb! It'd be so cool!
can u make an adjustable bench for incline and decline bench presses?
You know if you just put your mind to it it's not that hard.
I'm not really into DIY videos, but Duke really made this interesting!
I agree
I just wanted to say I have seen two videos and you have great instructions
Buff Man, you are seriously AWESOME sir!!! Time to buy all them supplies at HomeDepot. I been wanting to learn how to build me a bench & you sir. Had helped me. A LOT!!! Thank you.
Just so yall know there are strong ties that are made to a 90 degree angle already and are much more resistant to bending because of the way it is made
Just wanting you to know: I'm selling my bench and squat stands to build this and the power rack. You rock Duke!
tokageroh1988 That's awesome! We'll let Duke know. :) Let us know how it goes!
It'll be an honor to share the results with you guys! :D
+tokageroh1988 I'm actually interested to know how it went for you
+tokageroh1988 Yeah how did it go?
+tokageroh1988 sooo, how'd it go?
Muchas gracias!! Ustedes son geniales!... los admiro, por su increible trabajo y por compartir con nosotros sus ideas y proyectos. Saludos desde Mexico.
Thank you. I’m thankful to you please keep up the work.
I have a few ideas but I don't know if they are possible.
-incline/decline bench
-Dumbbell Rack
-Plate tree
-Tricep push-down machine
Thanks!
Yea defly an incline/decline would be Interesting
would love to see a tricep push-down machine, maybe based on using a door frame?
I freakin love this guy. I extremely love DIY stuff and the fact that he makes these kind of DIY's so manly, I can better persuade the bf to join in with me! >:D
Thanks a lot for those amazing explanations/inspirations!!
Excellent explanation and Straight to the point thanks buff dude 😎👍🏼
Weighted vest! For those pull ups/dips etc.
It is DIY buy some sand put them in bags and duck tape them so sand doesn't fall out
Just get a backpack and fill it with weights. :D
10:02 (Russian accent) Safety is number one priority..
Rofl
russian hacker lol
Just found this channel and love these DIY vids, thanks alot!
This is awesome. Great series, keep it up!
Nice job but, to put it on a test, why didnt you try the 405 bench?
Rest day
adjustable bench please, for incline and decline. Also a cable machine thing.
I've now built 2 benches. Absolutely love them! Didn't pad them and feel just fine. Also do well on step ups
thanx for all the instructions buff dad
you kinda remind me Walter White
I Just noticed You Look Like Walter white from breaking bad OMG OMG it's totally him
Very nice! Beautiful bronco!
I could never watch an 18 minute video of a guy binding wood and metal together, but you are just amazing and fun to watch and the video was very educational, keep up the good work, love the channel. Greetings from Serbia! :D
Yeah, "Stupid benches."
121 assholes!! Good vid buff dad
Greatest Buff Dude video ever!
Wow, I built one with help from my dad a week ago, and it looks really similar to yours. Except it has a 2x4 going from one of the legs to the other on the bottom, and we used 4x4 brackets to keep the 4x4s in place. I also decided to go with 1in plywood and it holds pretty sturdy. I decided to also go with 4 layers of cotton batting, because some of the foam from hobby lobby was a bit expensive since I was trying to stay on budget lol.
0:27
I thot he said “we need a b***”
Is Duke their father? Brother? Uncle? He talks and looks like them... great bench btw.
Their father
Buff Dad
he looks just like them its obvious
MRornge800 Actually, they're the ones who look like him, lol.
CidGuerreiro1234 so
I loved it, thanks for your input.
Genial. Gracias por la prueba de resistencia!