Weight plates

Weight plates - more weight for more power

First weight plates turn the dumbbell or barbell into flexible all-rounders and can even be used as an independent training tool. This overview reveals the different systems available and the differences between weight plates.

Sometimes light, sometimes heavy - finding the right weight plate

Weight plates for dumbbells and barbells usually have a 30 mm insertion hole, which is then secured with a screw-on or clip-on closure. The locks are usually rubberised at the end to ensure a tighter fit on the weight plates. For most dumbbells used at home, this is 30 mm, but the large Olympic barbell uses 50 mm and clip closures are used. The weight plates differ not only in weight but also in diameter. For dumbbells in particular, the diameter should be kept compact. Square dumbbell shapes are also available so that the dumbbell can be put down without rolling away. When training in your own home, you should also have a versatile selection of weights to ensure that you always have the right stimulus. At the peak, lighter weights (0.5 kg) are necessary for this, but heavier weights are also needed - after all, the available space on the barbell is limited.