Quickly calculate which weight plates you need to achieve your target weight. Perfect for gym sessions and strength training planning.
Enter your target weight and bar type to see which plates you need
Plate calculation tips:
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Try it nowStandard Olympic plates follow specific weight increments for optimal progression.
Always double-check your plate loading before lifting. Uneven weight distribution can cause injury.
Load heaviest plates first and always use collars. Double-check both sides match before lifting.
It subtracts the bar weight from your target, then works out the lightest combination of plates to load on each side so both sides are balanced.
A standard Olympic barbell weighs 20 kg (45 lb). Many gyms also have lighter training bars at 15 kg (35 lb) or 10 kg (15 lb), which you can select in the calculator.