Abstract: A barbell exercise rack that includes a support base with a support stand upstanding therefrom to which are secured a pair of cantilever support arms. Each arm has a rack which holds the barbell while allowing the barbell to be lifted therefrom. The cantilever arms are mounted so that the outer ends are adjustable to be selectively converged and diverged in order to adjust the racks to various weight lifters. Preferably the height of the cantilever arms is also adjustable while the stand may include either one or two upright support elements.

Abstract: A barbell storage and exercise rack is particularly designed for squatting exercises, and includes a pair of cradles in which the barbell is laterally received and supported in a stored position. The cradles are vertically adjustable to a height which permits the user to easily remove and replace the barbell from a standing position. The barbell rack further includes a pair of safety side rails which are spaced apart a distance sufficient to permit the user to stand between the rails and perform squatting and other weight lifting exercises. The safety side rails are vertically adjustable to an elevation disposed slightly below the lowest position assumed by the barbell during the exercise, such as the squat position, so as to prevent the barbell from inadvertently falling on the user should the weight slip or overcome him.