{"product_id":"cast-iron-plates","title":"Northern Olympic Cast Iron Plates (1.25kg - 25kg)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eForge Old-School Strength with Northern Olympic Cast Iron Weight Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for lifters, old school premium Olympic weight plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern Olympic Cast Iron Plates are real, raw iron weight plates designed for your weightlifting and home gym strength training. Engineered to handle the intense use of heavy deadlifts, deep squats, and intense overhead presses. These weight plates are designed to help you to build strong muscles and reach your power lifting goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic Weight Plates for Home Gym Strength Training\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese cast iron weight plates bring a timeless look to your weightlifting station. Made from commercial-grade cast iron with a black powder-coating finish for extra protection against rust. Whether you're strength training, powerbuilding, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/weight-lifting\"\u003eweightlifting\u003c\/a\u003e, these weight plates are built to withstand years of serious lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLoad More and Lift for Progressive Strength Gains\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAvailable in a variety of weight increments, Northern Olympic Cast Iron Plates make progressive overload effortless as your strength improves. These plates let you stack way more iron onto the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/barbells\"\u003ebarbell\u003c\/a\u003e. That means more room on the bar, heavier barbell setups, and heavy compound lifts for advanced strength programs. Perfect for heavy lifts such as squats and deadlifts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFits Standard 2-inch (50mm) Olympic Barbell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cast iron plate has a precision-machined centre hole of 2 inches (50mm), allowing for effortless loading and unloading onto any standard Olympic bar or any weight machine with a 2-inch sleeve. To ensure a secure and stable lock during your heaviest deadlifts, squats, and overhead presses, lock it with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/northern-olympic-barbell-spring-collars-with-black-handles-pair\"\u003ebar collar\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClear Markings for Efficient Training\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach weight plate has bold and easy-to-read weight markings, allowing easy identification of the right load for your sets. Also ensures that your fluid transitions between warm-ups, drop-sets, and max-efforts. Maximise your training time and keep your heart rate up with Northern Cast Iron plates. No incorrect loading, just full effort on the lifts and gains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVersatile Weight Sets for Progressive Overload\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable as individual pairs or in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/packages-sets\"\u003eweight bundles\u003c\/a\u003e :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northern-olympic-cast-iron-plates-pair-2-x-1-25kg-2-5kg-5kg-10kg-37-5kg-set\"\u003e37.5kg Weight Plate Set\u003c\/a\u003e: Includes pairs of 1.25kg, 2.5kg, 5kg, and 10kg plates (Ideal for technique and micro-loading)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northern-olympic-cast-iron-plates-pair-2-x-5kg-10kg-15kg-60kg-set\"\u003e60kg Weight Plate Set\u003c\/a\u003e: Includes pairs of 5kg, 10kg, and 15kg plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northern-olympic-cast-iron-plates-pair-2-x-5kg-10kg-15kg-20kg-100kg-set\"\u003e100kg Weight Plate Set\u003c\/a\u003e: Includes pairs of 5kg, 10kg, 15kg, and 20kg plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/northern-olympic-cast-iron-plates-pair-2-x-5kg-10kg-15kg-20kg-25kg-150kg-set\"\u003e150kg Weight Plate Set\u003c\/a\u003e: Includes pairs of 5kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg, and 25kg plates (Perfect for heavy-lifting).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2-inch (50 mm) centre hole\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit seamlessly onto any standard Olympic barbell sleeve or weight machine. No loose rattling, just smooth loading and secure lifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSolid Cast Iron Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from high-grade molten iron into a single, indestructible iron plate.  These weight plates are built to absorb the absolute intensity of heavy powerlifting and old-school bodybuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Thin Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact and thin profile lets you load more weight plates into the barbell sleeve, perfect for your home strength training like heavy deadlifts, deep squats, and advanced progressive overload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePowder Coated Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChip-resistant black powder coating that protects the iron below from moisture and oxidation. Also provides a professional aesthetic design while providing a secure grip when moving weights around the gym or loading up on your next heavy set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClear Weight Markings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstantly grab and load the correct weight load that you need to keep your transitions tight, rest periods precise, and keep your training momentum high. With the easy-to-see weight marks, it ensures you waste a second finding the right plate mid-circuit, letting you focus 100% of your energy on the next heavy lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for classic strength and weightlifting workouts, including deadlifts, bench presses, squats, and overhead rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for compact home gyms, garage gym setups, personal training studios, and commercial fitness studios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for lifters to make incremental strength jumps for effective and precision progresssive overload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-intensity circuits and full-body strength programs to spike your metabolic rate, lose body fat, and gain muscle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for 2-inch Standard \u003ca href=\"\/products\/northern-olympic-barbell-20kg\"\u003eOlympic bars \u003c\/a\u003eand weight machines with 2 inches sleeve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can also use these weight plates for plate-only exercises as a substitute for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dumbbells\"\u003edumbbells\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kettlebells\"\u003ekettlebells\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NORTHERN","offers":[{"title":"2 x 1.25kg (2.5kg)","offer_id":56139285135733,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_1.25KG_2","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 1.25kg\/2.5kg\/5kg\/10kg (37.5kg Set)","offer_id":56139293589877,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_37.5KG_SET","price":104.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 10kg (20kg)","offer_id":56139290968437,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_10KG_2","price":74.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 15kg (30kg)","offer_id":56139291361653,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_15KG_2","price":102.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 2.5kg (5kg)","offer_id":56139289887093,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_2.5KG_2","price":35.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 20kg (40kg)","offer_id":56139292180853,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_20KG_2","price":126.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 25kg (50kg)","offer_id":56139292770677,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_25KG_2","price":148.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 5kg (10kg)","offer_id":56139290476917,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_5KG_2","price":47.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 5kg\/10kg\/15kg (60kg Set)","offer_id":56139294212469,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_60KG_SET","price":164.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 5kg\/10kg\/15kg\/20kg (100kg Set)","offer_id":56139294835061,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_100KG_SET","price":271.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 5kg\/10kg\/15kg\/20kg\/25kg (150kg Set)","offer_id":56139296866677,"sku":"!CAST_PLATE_150KG _SET","price":408.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0719\/8523\/4228\/files\/1.25kg_Olympic_Cast_Iron_Plate.jpg?v=1775666167","url":"https:\/\/northerngymequipment.ie\/products\/cast-iron-plates","provider":"NORTHERN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}