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An Olympic Weight set is the one
thing you really do need to be able to lift
weights. Everything else is optional. A standard
weight set is not suggested because the bar is
less durable and the set comes with less weight.
With an Olympic weight set you can bench, squat,
curl, and deadlift. Dumbells are nice to have too
for variety but an Olympic Weight Set is a must. Don't think about ordering one as shipping would be too high, check department stores or fitness stores in your area to find a set to buy. |
Adjustable Dumbells - allowing up to 10 ten pound weight plates total
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Next to a barbell the most important pieces of equipment to have for lifting are dumbells. I prefer adjustable ones with spinlock collars. They allow you to increase weight progressively as you see fit rather than having to use hex dumbells that require large jumps in weight to move from one set to the next. Hex dumbells aren't a bad idea for lower weight dumbells as they are cheaper factoring in the bars of the adjustable dumbells. Spinlock collars on dumbells I really do suggest. The clips may work fine for a barbell but dumbells are another matter. Dumbells one lifts at odd angels and the experience of having a clip come off just once and plates land on your toe is enough to make you want spinlock collars. Standard Adjustable dumbell bars support a maximum of 10 ten pound plates. |
