Disc weights

What to follow when choosing the right disc weights for your needs?

1 Type of material

Choosing the right material of the weights is an aspect not to be overlooked, as it affects the durability, comfort of use and specificity of workouts. The most popular materials are cast iron and rubber.
- Rubberized weights: have a protective coating that reduces the risk of damage to the floor and equipment. This coating also makes the loads quieter to use, which is important in home gyms and places where noise is not desirable. The rubber provides a better grip, increasing comfort and safety during workouts. Rubberized weights are ideal for intense workouts where the load changes frequently. Click here
- Cast iron weights: they are very durable and resistant to mechanical damage, which makes them a frequent choice for professional gyms. Their solid construction ensures longevity and reliability, even under heavy use. Cast iron is heavier than other materials, which allows for precise scaling of the load. Click here

2 Weight and calibration

- Choosing the right weight for your plate weights is key to an effective workout. The weights are available in a variety of weights, from light 1.25 kg plates to heavier 20 kg or more. This allows you to gradually increase the intensity as your workouts progress.
- Calibrating the weights involves determining the precise weight, which is essential for adjusting the intensity of a strength exercise for individual needs. At the production stage, each load goes through quality control, where the equipment is carefully weighed for deviations from the nominal weight. As a result, users can be sure that the loads used are exactly the weight indicated on the plate.

3. griffin compatibility

- Disc weights are welded to griffins, as they enable them to be used productively during intensive strength training. Therefore, the compatibility of the disc weights with the griffin is an important aspect when choosing them. There are two main standards for the diameter of the plate opening: standard (1 inch) and Olympic (2 inch). Before buying a load, make sure that the diameter of the plate hole matches the diameter of the griffin. Standard loads are usually lighter and used in home gyms, while Olympic loads are heavier and more durable, ideal for professional training. Checking compatibility ensures stability and safety during workouts.
An essential complementary tool to the weights is a griffin. For more useful information about griffins and to browse the range, please visit our separate page click on the link

4 Safety and ergonomics

- The weights are made of high-quality materials for durability and stability, and are a guarantee of safe and effective training. Rubber coatings on the weights reduce the risk of damaging the floor and dampen noise, which is important in home gyms. The handles on the weight plates improve ergonomics, making it easier to carry and apply loads to the griffin. In addition, clear weight markings make it quick and easy to identify the correct plates.

Summary

Choosing the right plate weights requires consideration of several key aspects-rubber ones are quieter without the need for close attention to the floor, and cast iron ones are more durable. It's also important to have the right weight for the tool, tailored to your needs, and the right calibration of the weights, which allow you to gradually increase the intensity of your workout. Compatibility with the griffin is essential for the effective use of loads in the training plan, and ergonomic and rubber coatings increase comfort and safety of use.
We encourage you to read the descriptions and parameters of each load or contact us for the power to choose the most suitable and adequate model to suit your needs.