I bought them for use on a balance beam bar, as the handles had worn out from prolonged use of foam. They are supposed to be intended for use on a weightlifting bar, but since there is no substantial difference between the two, they are definitely not suitable handles for this purpose. They are very thick, made of relatively rigid and slippery material, resulting in a difficult and therefore dangerous grip. With less money, I can buy a new balance beam, which has proven to be more than sufficient over time, and that's exactly what I will do. I do not recommend them.