Pay attention to this when purchasing weight plates
Standard dimensions
Not all weight plates are the same size. You might think that doesn't matter, but it is important when it comes to the drilling. Every weight plate has a hole in the center, allowing you to attach it to a barbell. However, these holes can have different diameters. The most common diameters are 30 and 50 millimeters. It's important to check which bars you have or are considering purchasing to ensure the weight plates fit snugly around them. The weight plates need to fit snugly around the bar without slipping, which can be very annoying during exercise.
Materials
Besides size, weight plates can be made of different materials. At Gorilla Sports, we sell weight plates made of cast iron, plastic, chrome, and cast iron with a rubber coating. Cast iron weight plates are the most commonly used and often offer the best quality, but they are quite expensive to produce. Plastic weight plates are relatively affordable, but they are more prone to damage. So, it depends on how intensively you train and how much you're willing to spend.
Advantage bundles
If you're looking to buy weight plates in bulk, for example, for a gym, it's a good idea to look at discounted bundles. You can often buy multiple sets of weight plates of the same weight, or even sets of weight plates of varying weights. You'll pay considerably less than if you were to buy all those plates individually.
The shape
You'd think all weight plates are round. However, this isn't the case. Some weight plates are more angular, like hexagons or octagons. These weight plates work just as well as the round ones, but they're less practical for deadlifting. The bar rotates during the exercise, and the weight plates can also rotate, disrupting the exercise. Therefore, it's recommended to purchase round weight plates to ensure you can use them for any exercise.
Buy your weight plates here!
Weight plates are highly recommended for strength training. You can use them for many exercises, such as deadlifts, bench presses, and squats. Weight plates come in various materials and sizes. Be sure to explore all the options and consider how many you need. That way, you'll quickly find the most affordable option. Explore all the options on our website and order your weight plates here !