How to Build a Heavy Bag Stand
If you can't hang your heavy bag from a solid ceiling beam, construct this sturdy stand and get a great workout wherever you need it.
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You Will Need
- 6 4-ft. x 1-in. diameter iron pipes with threaded ends
- 1 8-ft. x 1-in. diameter iron pipe with threaded ends
- 6 1-in. end caps
- 1-in. five-way threaded iron pipe junction
- 1-in. three-way threaded iron pipe junction
- Welding unit
- 2 2-in x 1/4-in. diameter iron rings
- Counterweights equal to the weight of your heavy bag
- Heavy bag
- Pipe wrench
Steps
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Step 1
Create the base
Create the base of the stand. Screw 4 of the 4-foot pipes into the 5-way pipe junction. Put an end cap on the open end of each of these pipes.
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Step 2
Add the 8-foot pipe
Screw the 8-foot pipe into the fifth slot of the 5-way splitter. Then attach the 3-way pipe junction to the other end of the 8-foot pipe.
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Step 3
Attach remaining pipes
Attach the remaining 4-foot pipes by screwing them into the 2 open slots of the 3-way splitter. Cap the remaining open ends of the pipes.
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Step 4
Weld the rings
Weld the two iron rings about 6 inches from the far ends of the 2 top pipes of the stand.
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Step 5
Hang bag and weights
Hang your heavy bag by the chain to one of rings on the upper pipes. Hang the counterweights the same way from the other welded ring.
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Make sure the counterweights equal the weight of your bag to ensure stability and prevent floor damage.
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Step 6
Tighten it down
Tighten all the pipes with a pipe wrench until they are firmly secured to make sure your stand is strong and solid -- just like you'll be after your heavy bag workout.
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