US Patent 10881893 Open barbell with stand

A barbell includes first and second bar ends being substantially straight and extending along a first longitudinal axis. A central bar is connected to the bar ends in an angle, and with a mid-portion protruding a first distance from the first longitudinal axis. First and second handles, are connected to at least the central bar and protrudes in an open area between the bar ends. First and second counterweights, protruding a second distance from the first longitudinal axis, substantially in an opposite direction relative the central bar. The first and second counterweights and the second distance are selected so as to weight-balance the central bar.