How to load barbell plates

Find balanced pairs of plates from di weight sizes wey dey available.

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Plates for each side

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E assume say matching pairs of each size dey enough. Collars no join; add their mass to bar weight if you need am.

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Formula

Each side need S = (T−B)/2. T na target total weight and B na bar weight for di same unit. Choose matching plate pairs to reach S for each side with di fewest plates. Di calculation assume say enough matching pairs dey for each plate size wey you enter.

Find balanced pairs of plates from di weight sizes wey dey available.

Example wey show the calculation

Total weight wey you want (kg): 100
Weight of di bar (kg): 20
Plate sizes wey dey available (kg), enough matching pairs: 20, 10, 5, 2.5, 1.25

Plates for each side: 2 × 20 kg
How many plates for each side: 2
All di weight together: 100 kg

Where e fit work and limits

E assume say matching pairs of each size dey enough. Collars no join; add their mass to bar weight if you need am.

We check inputs for missing values and allowed ranges. Result wey pass the finite numeric range no go show. Rounding affect wetin display, while calculation use the model numeric precision.

Check your units and assumptions before you rely on result. Changing label no convert currency or physical unit.

Version of di formula: a7309bd513c9 · Example don get check: 2026-10-30

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