How Heavy Should My Home Gym Equipment Be

Equipment weight capacity should exceed your goals by 50% or more. Power racks need 1000+ lb capacity—even beginners eventually squat 300+ lbs. Barbells should handle 1500+ lbs for safety margins. Most quality equipment far exceeds natural strength limits. The concern isn't whether equipment handles your current strength, but whether it handles your 5-year goal strength. Buy once, buy strong.