How to make a POWER RACK - Homemade GYM // EP01

In this episode, I will be building a power rack for my home gym. Plans are now available for the POWER Rack! See details here: gum.co/YHcU
All my woodworking plans gumroad.com/diycreators
Weight options:
- Olympic weights - amzn.to/37lhjEk
- Dumbells - amzn.to/37hNFzR
Tools Used (Affiliate Links)
- Circular saw homedepot.sjv.io/oMbaW
- Table Saw (Optional - can use circular saw)
- Miter saw (Optional - can use circular saw)
- Drill homedepot.sjv.io/oMbaW
- Router homedepot.sjv.io/Kb9ve
- Jigsaw homedepot.sjv.io/JnQvv
- 1 3/8 drill bit (large holes) homedepot.sjv.io/rMbyy
- 3/8 drill bit (for the threaded inserts)
homedepot.sjv.io/JnQA7
- 1/4 steel bit (for drilling metal) homedepot.sjv.io/5dQED
- Wood Clamps homedepot.sjv.io/Kb9dy
- Pocket hole jig amzn.to/3bpkE64
- 15 Lumber 2in. X 6in. X 8ft
- 1 Plywood 3/4 in. 4ft X 8ft
- (-) 1/4 - 20 - threaded insert nuts homedepot.sjv.io/qMNkq
- (-) #9 2.5in Wood screws
- 1 1/4 PVC
- (-) 1/4in - 20 by 1in zinc bolt
- (-) 1/4in - 20 by 2 1/2in zinc bolt
- (-) 1/4in zinc washer
- (-) 1/4in - T-nut
- (1) 10ft 1in Threade Steel Pipe
- (6) 1in end cap
- 2.5 in pocket hole screws amzn.to/2Vk5yZX
incomplete list .........
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[@samrahme4236]

The “where im at” identifier is pure genius! Well done!

[@HoneyLaBronx]

Same!!!!!!!!

[@fall3n333]

At what point does he show that

[@jonbitter395]

agreed

[@SridharJayakumar]

@fall3n look at the top right corner of the video when he starts talking about a new section. Like at 12:49

[@fall3n333]

@@SridharJayakumar thanks

[@MasonR3]

The “Where I’m At” is an amazing idea

[@Jerwel1075]

I was thinking the exact same thing. When working on a build with so many parts it really helps for me to follow along. Great idea.

[@CC-vj6dd]

It is!

[@raulcastro2511]

I immediately clicked "Like" once I saw the "Where I'm At"

[@n0rth3rnlight]

Yes. Thats genius.

[@hoisinholdup]

Yep!

[@bobbailey7235]

As a retired contractor I was very impressed in your abilities and attention to detail. I do not think you saved money, but you proved where there is a will there is a way. Keep up the great work.

[@TheGreasyGamer]

Your probably right but using something that you know you built with your own hands is worth more than money

[@sryth1]

How much do you reckon this costs? I’m getting 2x6s for $8 a piece, looks like there are about 6 of them here. I’m betting this came in under $150

[@privateassman8839]

​@@sryth1What part of the world are you in? I remember lumber prices were super high a few years ago, but I haven't checked since. Looking to do something similar in my garage.

[@sryth1]

I’m in the northeast US. 2x6s are still around $8 each by me

[@privateassman8839]

@@sryth1 interesting. Around the same here, thanks

[@jovian6367]

The "where I'm at" graphic is really nice!

[@KevinJCoburn]

That tip about putting a wrench on the drill is a game changer!

[@paulboutilier4928]

I agree. So simple an idea, but never thought of it. Thanks.

[@bigbowey21]

Time stamp?

[@hender6257]

nicholas bowe 17:22

[@packletackle9047]

Can also use a ring

[@sumiaota3335]

I use my wedding band. Also works when hand drilling with bit and brace (a la James Wright)

[@mattrogers9716]

You’re an awesome dad! Keep working with your kid, she’ll never forget it.

[@JoeAButler]

I'm in no way saying he is not but to say someone is an anything dad because he included a 20 second clip of a child using a sander is just stupid.

[@bsahadeo13]

@@JoeAButler maybe this video hit a personal note with him. You never know peoples stories. Your comment was not needed. Please choose to spread kindness.

[@h-t.p.24]

@@bsahadeo13 No! the only things I spread are jam and STI's.

[@dhyde9207]

@@JoeAButler ... What an appropriate identifier you're using. You must be one of those people who is living a life of quiet desperation.

[@josephbutler3145]

@@dhyde9207 I would say its more noisy contentment mixed with a slight melancholy.

[@codykirkland9002]

The drilling free hand "trick" you gave in freaking genius! Thank you, sir!

[@testuser3167]

I was literally shopping on Amazon for one of these last week, but I hadn't bought one yet - then I ran across this video. Put it on the "Watch Later list" and went through the holiday weekend. I started watching it Monday morning and liked it a few minutes in, 'cause I think you've just saved me a lot of money. When your "Young Boss" showed up, I wished I could like it all over again. It's really touching to see good quality time spent teaching children, especially girls, to use tools and not be helpless, and even better to show good quality time spent by loving dads! She will cherish these times for the rest of her life. You've got a new sub from me!

[@ironshark5015]

We need more KZbinrs doing “where I’m at” It just gives it another dimension.. i mean, I feel like iv wasted my whole life without “where I’m at!” 😆👍

[@Kriterian]

Yeah I really liked that feature. He does such good tutorials.

[@smellyfeet11]

trail and error brother. not everything is laid out right in front of you

[@redemptusrenatus5336]

Very cool that you included your daughter on this. Let me tell you, you never forget spending time with Dad doing Dad stuff and helping out. Thanks for sharing :)

[@danlangendorf7752]

Just love your work, enthusiasm, attention to detail, and design eye. No shortcuts. This entire build feels strong and inspires confidence. Thanks so much.

[@ldrum2116]

I just love to see you ideas come to life right before my eyes and being a Dad myself to seeing your little girl join in is everything. Happy Father's Day to you!

[@whiskeylung]

You’re definitely my favourite DIY KZbinr. Wish you’d put up more content because I crave it. Someone give this guy a TV contract or a huge sponsorship please?

[@leofrancovich3892]

fr dude needs his own channel

[@DavidWilliams-bg5yk]

Tv would kill it. I like him being here so I can just share Glenn with my closest 2.3m buddies!

[@Dakkaroni]

You should not wish your fav youtuber to go mainstream. They will kill what he has built.

[@rdaffon23]

great daddy/daughter moment! I always live for these moments with my daughters.

[@RSST662]

I think a dark grey or dark stain would look great on the exposed wood pieces, however, leaving it exposed brightens up the room and makes the space feel bigger. Great job!

[@franciscoadame8460]

this man a whole carpenter, I'm just watching this cause its satisfying.

[@LairdRoss]

I have built one but yes it is very satisfying watching others build as well. Is also good for ideas

[@nealcastille776]

Word

[@williamduke5588]

Very!!

[@katybroyles2805]

This is my first time watching. I’m so impressed. I’ve seen a lot of similar makers but never seen threaded inserts or a diagram to show where you’re working before.

[@albertgerbel8472]

Them father and daughter/son moments, goals! 😍🔥

[@Flash445]

Been following you for a minute. Being a new father myself it was awesome to see you work on this project with your daughter to give me an idea of what I have to look forward to in the future!

[@privateassman8839]

Hell yeah. Doing projects where your kid bears some essential task or responsibility is a great way for them to build skills and confidence, as well as bond

[@rebecca57638]

I sat and watched this whole video with absolutely no plan to build it. In fact, I don’t even know how to use a power tool. I just couldn’t stop watching! Great video!

[@racer7746]

I love the “where I’m at”

[@anjledube7026]

So glad to see you back my goodness it's been awhile and little bit has grown up so much y'all stay safe God bless peace be with you keep these videos Rockin

[@thomaspigg306]

I'm so glad you had your "Little Helper" there. She's a Beautiful Young Lady, and from what I seen she knows how to "boss you around 😁". Love the project, instructions and video. Thank You!!!

[@MrKeithKangaroo]

This is one of the best DIY videos I’ve ever seen. You specify everything including the bit sizes, the wrench trick for free-hand drilling, the “where I’m at”, etc. The project looks great.

[@BLMeredith87]

I really like the "Where I'm At" feature, too often do you watch a video of just all different cuts, joins, and then bam it's done.

[@philljustphill1656]

Been watching your videos for over 2 years now and gotta say, they really improved, thanks for the tutorials and tips keep up the good work 🤝🏽

[@christineadams796]

I love how your gym turned out you have such a cute little helper helping you with the project So Beautiful to see daddy-daughter time

[@cshgeo]

So much love and thought went until this. 👍🏽 Plus great memories with you daughter and her own good eyes and hands are put to this project. A triumph DIY!

[@aaronjones619]

I love this project. I have been looking at building one of these. This one definetly seems the best

[@stevewhitestl]

This is dope. I miss the gym and I love how 2x4s are so versatile

[@jamestolfree7607]

You sir are a craftsman and a natural teacher. Thank you for sharing

[@tdmallet]

Super cool build. And your daughter is beyond precious. A proud pops you must be. I always love doing things with my daughter.

[@123024119]

This is brilliant, really good design, love the black paint vs wood finish too. Great job thanks for sharing!

[@roxy1522]

This is extremely dope my guy. Thank you so much for doing extra work in recording yourself and sharing your experience

[@Eveningkiss]

I plan on building something like this with 4x4s. I built the bench a few months back and loved it. I absolutely love weight training and building stuff from scratch.

[@JJ-ll3qb]

Working out and woodworking, right in my wheelhouse. Smart guy and love the videos! Thank you!

[@thomasboyztv7067]

I’ve learned more in this one video than 90% of all the other DIY videos I’ve watched on wood working! Excellent content bro!!!

[@iplaydrumsandstuff]

This is incredible! Your work is always impressive, but this blew me away. I had a hard enough time putting together a DIY pull-up bar in my garage. Thanks for the inspiration, bro. Keep up the amazing work!

[@christopherstafford227]

GREAT VIDEO! I estimate I've watched several hundred DIY videos and this is one of the very best! The "where I'm at" is one of the most creative, and useful features I've ever seen! thank you so much

[@BrandonWatkinsBmW13294]

Wow, that's impressive. You built a fantastic design! Thank you!

[@Cpt_Adama]

Good job, excellent production, especially the “where I’m at picture in picture”.

[@marcustaylor670]

I've been using a home made gym in my cousins barn, this was a great build and giving me some ideas. Thanks.

[@mattferrigno9750]

I would suggest using solid metal rods and not hollow ones. This guy is crazy. One good drop with some decent weight and you will see what happens to that bar. There is a reason at the gym they are so thick and solid.

[@31acruz]

This works well with wood because none of us are powerlifters of 700lbs, the average person doesn't need steel. Good job!

[@RC-dt5vt]

Beautiful work. Your attention to details like the round overs, routing, etc. really make your work stand out. I like the look of the rack too. The natural wood and black accent is super cool. Nice job man !

[@mygaragegym8582]

WOW! This is an awesome build. Very unique squat rack. Love the "Where i'm at" thing too. Can't wait to see what attachments you add!

[@johns1871]

Man!! Thank you very much for sharing your design. I’m inspired and ready to start this build with the wife’s approval of course. Cool to see you have good help too! God bless!

[@BANESKI]

John S sad

[@varungorthy3582]

This my fav plan from all your work! Ur lil one made it priceless!

[@richardstevens451]

What a craftsman! Awesome job

[@bobfallis]

Awesome project. I can't even conceptualize something like this, never mind make it.

[@Kyrix1911]

Massive thumbs up! I'll be returning to this video in the future when I have my own place

[@25inspector]

Top quality craftsmanship right there!

[@jamesp767]

I've seen a wide spectrum of DIY squat wracks, and yours is topnotch. You did an awesome job making this thing sturdy and styling. I really dig that you went the extra mile to add strength and make it look good; you are a skilled craftsman.

[@BrandonTLuong]

Just when I didn't think this video was going to get any better, he busts out his little helper. Great video 😌

[@KellyConcepts]

Dude this is legit! Time to work on those baby arms 😜. I'm surprised you didn't strap LEDs to this like most of your projects these days.

[@DIYCreators]

Thanks, 😂oh trust me I thought about the LED, maybe at the end of the series.

[@bigd7861]

Maybe throw on a display and a motion sensor to automatically count your reps for you... 🤔

[@AmanSingh-xg2mc]

I Am From India I love To see Your All videos And Great Work..Love you Big Brother.Your Are awesome.👍👍👍

[@fabiandiaz9120]

Big D or just count your reps😂

[@bigd7861]

@@fabiandiaz9120 I was thinking of something along the lines of incorporating modernized tech, like he often does.

[@BosskFett88]

Great video. Love how you explain all the steps and WHY you used what you did to build this great rack.

[@runningamok6473]

Nice build. Awesome to see the little one get involved and she even got her own PPE. Big thumbs up.

[@vrv3871]

I can't think of a compliment that can sum up your great talent

[@LairdRoss]

How about job well done to say the least haha

[@DeGryme]

I'd like to see a full DIY home gym. Dips, bench, preacher curl bench, anything at all. I love to work out and you DIY guys on KZbin made me really interested in building things. Amazing job with this man. Wish I had one like this right now given the situation in the world. Keep doing your thing bro, and I'll keep watching 👍🏾

[@SPEAR05]

I'd be a little scared to use that stuff, since it's made out of wood.😅

[@willmortensen7882]

Excellent job. Love the thought of balancing the rack with your weights.

[@alexalessllc.7745]

Thank you for all of the insight into the threaded inserts!!!!

[@christophedupuis3287]

Great job, Glen. 😉 Stay safe.

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you, doing my best to stay safe! Hope you are too.

[@lany3570]

Watching your little girl sand with you is the cutest thing ever ❤️

[@zachdidow2441]

This is such a great idea! Also your little one is beautiful. There is nothing better then having your kids help. My daughters are ALWAYS in the garage with me.

[@lukemellingobrien6126]

Clean and clear. This guy is a gem

[@kenabi]

chin up bar thought: too much flex, should maybe be through the side uprights in the same fashion as the through hooks, with a coupler, would reduce deflection, and maybe avoid those wood screws snapping off, since i'm sure that's going to happen at some point. side note; a standard pine 2x4 is rated to something like 700lbs. 2x6's are more than enough to work as a base material for this sort of thing.

[@SmithDrewSmith]

Good call. It would also bring the center of gravity inside the rack if for some reason the weights weren't on the weight rack.

[@dallas7103]

He's got t-nuts on the backside and threaded inserts on the uprights. He'll break the wood before the screws break. Those pan heads have several hundred lbs in sheer strength.

[@kenabi]

@Dallas its not if, it's when. and they'll probably pop their heads. i've seen it. heck, i've seen heads on those pop more than any other single method of breaking/deformation. and the way this is set up, most of the load is resting on those heads, and is partially pulling out, and partially down, which would give a diagonal sheer. pretty sure its going to fail sooner, rather than later. if it was a static load, like the weight storage bars? probably last for years and years. but adding in a dynamic randomish motion load like a chin up bar has, nah. its going to fail. a through hole setup would solve the entire issue and spread the load across the frame entirely vs those 8 screws heads.

[@chomp7927]

@@kenabi Yea, it will pop eventually, especially since the force at an angle is always in flux, it's not like it's holding it, it's all over the place in a bunch of little directions I would say get 2 2x6, mount them running the whole way plus about 8-10 inches out past along the top ends. drill all the way though and mount with 2x 1/4 inch through bolts in each main pylon, then you've got 4x 1/4 inch through bolts, you're passing the load to both pylons, you're attached on the outside which gives you more bracing and rigidity to the frame, and then your cross bar can just straight across, put a flange with through bolts on one side and run it through a hole and have the other end threaded with a cap that tightens into it. This reduces hardware costs by a good bit, removes extra angles that work against your design, and adds rigidity to the frame. As a bonus you can get about 6-8 inches of chain, get a good climbing caribeener and a slip open off-road pulley (like $30 bucks for both) and boom, you can do pull downs. If you mimic this design on the bot you can pulley there and have essentially an entire cable machine setup for ya.

[@chomp7927]

the hardware store can cut and thread the pipe for you for free too. If you want a slimmer profile on the back you can make concrete weight boxes that slide onto a cleat on the frame, then you don't have to worry about having to rack your weights just to do pull ups, good for doing mixed sets and keeping the weight on the bar. You don't even have to actually make the concrete up, just wrap it in a good trash bag and build a simple box around it. Put a handle on for if you have to move it and boom, done. The cleats could go on the frame even if you built out the "footer" about 8 inches along the back if you haven't built one of these yet Also, get some of those foam pool noodles to put on the safety bars, it's not required but keeps things a bit more quiet and helps prevent things from getting dinged and scratched up as fast

[@liambrown3404]

Glad to see your alright, was recently thinking you haven't posted for while. Hope you stay well over the coming months and hope to see more videos. :)

[@DIYCreators]

Thank you, hope all is well on your end. Everything is good on my end.

[@wishbone103]

I love the way you get your kids involved ... Respect!

[@nguyenhoanglam9092]

Man, its just so satisfying watching you putting it together

[@Bob1Mack]

Several times, I thought, "Hey, I hope he's going to use... yeah, he's using them." Seriously, that's a great build. Thanks.

[@mateog962]

Solid content as usual. Just so happens I've been up for hours looking at squat racks,$1600 was the cheapest i could find in 🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@laurianacenteno1554]

the slippery gypsy rep fitness has one for $250

[@Mr1988wk]

This one was 90$ lumber, Just add screws and iron pipe for stop bars, should be less than 40-70$ extra in hardware, if you keep it very simple, and build a more permanent version that does not have all the options to take it apart that easily. DIY creators make high quality stuff.

[@piinocchiio5730]

love that wrench trick for keeping the drill level during a project like this where the angle of the hole kinda matters. Super cool technique thank you!

[@Paul-kg3ub]

Wow, this guy is awesome. Love the wrench on the drill bit hack.

[@jonasoffersen5818]

Your "young boss" is so adorable! I can't wait till mine get here!! 🥰😍

[@MrThomas770]

I'm convinced! This guy would could build a stairway to heaven at this point...

[@vectors2final36]

Awesome tip about putting the wrench on the drill bit.

[@brenomariz6378]

Bro, that diagram was absolutely the best thing a DIY video could have. I can see the care you have for your project, and I am gonna make sure to share it with my friends.

[@chaunceydixon9329]

My son just shared this video with me and told me to get to work building this for him since his school is closed and can't lift weights for football so next best thing...great video

[@gee6023]

Who else watched this with no power tools and no plan on making this?! 🤦‍♂️🤣

[@thenew4559]

Maybe if I had the thousands of dollars worth of power tools he used here it would be worth making, but it would honestly be cheaper just to buy a pre-made power rack considering I don't have all those tools.

[@johnk963]

@@thenew4559 He mentioned at the beginning why he did it and why people might be interested in doing it themselves. The current situation has made buying equipment very difficult/impossible. I bought my equipment more than a month ago, and options were very limited already, then.

[@scottgilmour749]

Man, that's on the money.

[@Yogi-bu2nk]

Lol

[@jellyg.8961]

@@thenew4559 where's the thousands of dollars on power tools he used? This build is basically done with a circular saw, which can be easily found for less than $80, a drill, a handsaw and a sander. Less than $200 in all those.

[@stamelhombre]

Some of the finest diy videos I've even seen on KZbin. Thank you my friend!

[@apuz13]

Absolutely amazing build. Awesome

[@OriginalCatfish42]

Speedsquares are such great tools but I've never ever seen them here in NL, defenitly need to get myself some! Great video btw!

[@joeycouweleers1319]

OriginalCatfish worden wel verkocht hoor! Zelfs Bol verkoopt er een van Swanson 😁

[@anand8905]

lol what? Every carpenter from every country uses them religiously

[@artishaq28]

It’s nice, I think you can practice workout everyday with this. I like

[@whiterabbit1632]

This man is the man! Skillz for months!

[@metatrongroove2824]

SUPER clean. Great work

[@avgFloridian]

The "headroom" on weight limits is not because they know the limits will be challenged. It's a calculation done based on failure statistics to meet the required minimum of parts that do not fail under normal usage. Awesome rack dude. I've been thinking of building something like this if I can't find something used for sale locally. You've given me some ideas if I go the DIY route.

[@richardhansen3950]

very cool, that girl will be President one day.

[@jingles009]

I'm so glad I subscribed. Gonna make this and the bench for my 19 year old son. He's been into weights for a year and looks like he's not gonna stop. Thanks.

[@nunnayobiznis1510]

Honestly, watching your little girl work with you was the best part of this video! She's super cute and you can see she looks up to you so much!

[@ballaplayz]

Just came across this guy and the first thing I said was "this dude looks like Roddy Ricch" lol Great video gonna be watching more of your videos for sure!!

[@fayceoff]

I think he looks and sounds a lot like Roy Jones Jr.

[@stevennewell5842]

This man is a perfectionist lol what a beast !!! Beautiful work !!!

[@LesterSuggs]

18:50 precious! Guy, I love this build! Thank you.

[@theBoonarmies]

Awesome project. It already looks amazing this would look incredible with a nice stain and finish on the unpainted timbers.

[@AmorilV]

"Where I'm at" = genius

[@Luke-qc1rm]

Just need a designated wireless charging spot and some LEDs! Nice build

[@Mikeyprs21]

This.

[@swilhelm3180]

Showing a diagram demonstrating your progress is so rare to see yet rather ingenious. Well done! Works so well. You think very, very well. Pragmatic logic through and through.

[@clayed]

Best home made rack I've seen on you tube.

[@mannyfreeesh5256]

Government: We're closing everything, don't have a plan to reopen... DIY Creators: Aight, bet... This is the best designed DIY rack I've seen in youtube, good job.

[@sigma_z]

ROIDS MAN! There's no way you can build a weight rack like that without being on some of juice, especially being in quarantine! Awesome work bro. Seriously, what a great effort, amazing!

[@nelsonkiiru7252]

🤣🤣🤣Yeah roids!

[@septimuspretorius250]

Thank you so much. I really enjoy watching your videos. I also enjoy hearing your narrative. Please keep up the good work!

[@robertdimarzio2598]

Great work! Your attention to the small details are amazing. Looks great.