Cast Iron Plates

Get stronger with our classic cast iron plates. Built for raw strength and heavy loading to deliver timeless performance for serious lifters. Featuring a precision-machined hole that fits on standard 2-inch Olympic barbells. Cast iron plate set also available for your progressive overload training. Ideal for powerlifting, bodybuilding, and heavy compound training. 

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What are cast iron plates used for?

Cast iron plates are commonly used by weight lifters in exercises like squats, deadlifts, bench presses, overhead presses, bent-over rows, lunges, and hip thrusts. They can also be used for plate-only exercises such as plate carries, Russian twists, and front raises.

Are cast iron plates better than bumper plates?

Cast iron plates are ideal for traditional strength training because they're thinner, allowing you to fit more weight on the barbell. Bumper plates are better suited to Olympic lifting and CrossFit, where barbells are dropped frequently. The best option depends on your training style.

Do these cast iron plates fit Olympic barbells?

Our cast iron plates are designed with a 50mm (2-inch) centre hole, allowing them to fit all standard Olympic barbells and compatible weight machines.

Are cast iron plates good for strength training?

Cast iron plates are an excellent choice for strength training due to their durability, accuracy, and slim design. They allow you to load more weight onto an Olympic barbell than thicker rubber plates, making them ideal for weight lifting and progressive overload. With proper care, cast iron weight plates can also last for many years, as it was not used for high impact workouts making them a reliable investment for your home gym setup.

What are cast iron plates?

Cast iron plates are single iron cast weight plates designed for strength training with barbells and weight machines. Their slim profile allows you to load more weight onto an Olympic barbell, making them the classic and popular choice for powerlifting, bodybuilding, and weight lifting in home gyms.

Are cast iron plates suitable for home gyms?

Cast iron plates are perfect for your home gym setups due to their slim profile, you can easily store them in weight racks and doesn't require large space to store them. With the lighter weights, it is suitable for beginners in weight lifting through to advanced lifters who want reliable equipment for long-term strength training.

What cast iron plate weight should beginners choose?

Beginners should start with lighter cast iron plates, such as 1.25kg, 2.5kg, or 5kg plates, allowing them to learn proper lifting technique while gradually increasing resistance as they become stronger.

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