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Standard olympic weight plates

Essential for anyone using an Olympic barbell, these plates allow for progressive overload in major compound lifts and strength training.

Standard weight plates with a 2-inch centre hole load onto full-size barbells for squats, deadlifts and bench presses. They suit someone with a barbell setup at home who wants to add more weight as their lifts get heavier.

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Why standard olympic weight plates make a good gift

  • Extra plates let a home lifter keep adding weight to major barbell lifts.
  • Plates last for many years and work with most full-size barbells and racks.
  • Easy to add to an existing collection, one pair at a time.

What to look for

  • Confirm the centre hole is 2 inches to match the recipient's barbell sleeves.
  • Choose between cast iron, rubber-coated or bumper plates based on flooring and lifting style.
  • Check whether plates are sold singly or in pairs, and in pounds or kilograms.

Kinds worth searching

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  • Bumper plate pair
  • Cast iron plates
  • Rubber-coated plate set

Questions people ask

Will these plates fit a standard 1-inch bar?
No, plates with a 2-inch hole are made for full-size barbells with thicker sleeves. A 1-inch bar needs matching 1-inch plates.
What is the difference between bumper and iron plates?
Bumper plates are thick rubber and made to be dropped on a platform. Iron plates are thinner, so more weight fits on the bar.

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