Rep Fitness band pegs are simple tools that can be used to give you one hell of a workout.

Band pegs anchor resistance bands to my rack and add a different challenge than just lifting weights.

These can be used when bench pressing, squatting, deadlifting, etc.

Simple tool I added to my home gym arsenal but a good one to stimulate my muscles in a different way.

Let’s check them out!

Unboxing

I got the Rep Fitness 4000 series band pegs and these come in 4 packs.

The 4000 series are 5/8″ in diameter and although Rep doesn’t guarantee they’ll match non-rep racks, they fit any rack with 5/8″ holes.

They also sell a 5000 series band peg that’s 1″ in diameter.

Out of the box, there’s two pairs of pegs bubble wrapped and taped to protect them from getting scratched.

And here’s what they look like…

I like the chrome look on them.

Here’s the head of the peg.

Not the nicest looking welds but I don’t care about it looking pretty.

I just want it to do its job.

And at the bottom of the peg there’s a pin hole.

Pins are not included but I don’t think they’re necessary.

Specs

Weight: 1.1 lbs

Total length: 9 5/16″

Usable length: 8.6″

Diameter size: 5/8″ or 1″

What Are Band Pegs For?

Bands pegs are mainly used to add resistance bands to the weight you’re lifting.

This provides you with accommodating resistance.

In simple terms, the exercise gets harder as the band stretches so this gives you a variable load, you start with a weight and the resistance increases through the exercise.

Some equipment like the Rep Adonis has built-in band pegs but others like the Rep Ares doesn’t.

How Do You Use Band Pegs?

Setting up band pegs will vary depending on your equipment.

My Prx Performance weight rack doesn’t have crossmembers, only uprights.

So the way I use band pegs is different than if I had a 4 post rack.

Using On Uprights

So for my set up, I can only use them on the uprights.

If I’m using bands for squats or bench press using a barbell, then I set up the peg head on the inside of the power rack (see above)

When I’m using them for Hatfield squats I do the opposite.

I set the peg head on the outside (keep reading and I’ll show you the full set up).

Sometimes I even use these when doing dumbbell exercises like bicep curls or shoulder presses for constant resistance throughout the exercise.

This is how I set it up when doing squats or bench.

The resistance through the movement is vertical so there’s no reason why the bands should slip off the peg.

I can set this up in two ways.

First, I can insert my weight plates into the barbell sleeve.

Then insert the band over the sleeve.

Or I can insert the resistance band before the bumper plate.

There’s no right or wrong, either way works.

Here’s what the band looks like connected to the peg.

As long as there’s enough tension from the beginning of the exercise, the band shouldn’t move sideways.

Using On Crossmembers

If you have a 4 post power rack then you can set up the band pegs along a crossmember like shown in the video above.

Spread the two pegs as close or as far apart as you’d like.

The further away the two pegs are from each other, the more resistance you’ll create with the bands.

Hatfield Squats

If you don’t know what Hatfield squats, watch the short video above.

I like to use the pegs as handles whenever I do Hatfield squats.

So for this I set the head of the band peg on the outside of the uprights.

And here’s what it looks like with both pegs sticking through the inside of the rack.

Of course, for Hatfield squats I use my Titan Fitness safety squat bar so it’s balance over my shoulders.

Once I’m under the bar I grab the pegs to support me while I squat.

And here’s what it looks like so you can see there’s plenty of room for most hand sizes.

Lever Arms

I also used the Rep Fitness band pegs when I was testing the Infinity Arm prototype.

This is a multi-purpose lever arm with a heavy bracket and the pins hold it up with no issues.

I use two band pegs for the bracket.

Here’s what it looks like from both sides.

The weight of the bracket keeps the band pegs in place.

And I insert a third band peg through a kickstand handle that keeps the Infinity Arm afloat.

This is the final version of the Infinity Arm and the band pegs work perfect for it.

Storage

I can also use the pegs to hang resistance bands and other small accessories like the Angles 90 grips.

I’m sure you have small equipment you can get off the floor and on the pegs.

Anything with a D-ring or straps like handles are also easy to store on the pegs.

Barbell collars, D handle bar, hand grips, dip belt, and ninja warrior holds are some things I can hang from them.

I can even throw my Micro Gainz fractional weight plates on there.

Rep Fitness Band Pegs Alternative

Fringe Sport MagPegs

Fringe Sport MagPegs are a more stable alternative to band pegs.

Just like MagPins, MagPegs have magnets on the inside of the cap so they stay stuck to my uprights.

These are also available in 1″ so they’re compatible with the Fringe Sport Dane.

Check Out Fringe Sport MagPegs

Where To Buy Band Pegs

I got these band pegs from Rep Fitness.

The 4000 series (5/8″ diameter) sells for $30.

And the 5000 (1″ diameter) doubles that price at $60.

Click here to check them out straight from their official website.

Rep Fitness Discount Code

Rep doesn’t usually offer discount codes but…

Click this link to find Rep Fitness discounts.