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What should be included in a weight lifting set?

As we have already mentioned in the section entitled “What must I consider when purchasing a weightlifting bar and plates?”, as a beginner we suggest that you invest initially on a very high standard bar and then add discs and further equipment as you progress. However there are a number of reasons why you may want to purchase a weightlifting set.

Firstly it is important to distinguish between a high-quality, superior set and a basic exercise free weights set. When purchasing a weightlifting set you must be as stringent and selective as when choosing every quality item for your weight training. Make sure that every part of the set is necessary and meets your requirements. Failing to do this will mean that you have wasted your money on items that you will never use. Be specific, as many sets can be tailored to your needs. So the key is to shop around. Only visit reputable companies whose brands are recognised and approved by the International Weightlifting Federation.

As for the items that are included in the set, this can be as varied as the kinds of weightlifting equipment that is available. What you are looking for will depend on what stage of training you are at. As a beginner there are certain items that you would expect to find in your weightlifting set. However, if you are purchasing a set for a gym or have been training for some time and would like to invest in a new set, there may be more advanced or higher specification items that you require.

Weightlifting sets: the beginner to the advanced

For the beginner, starting with a set is often a lot easier than shopping around for individual items. Beginner standard sets include the barbell bar or the dumbbell bar and collars as well as a series of interchangeable weight discs. You can also buy these in a combined set allowing you the freedom to choose barbell or dumbbells. With these kinds of sets you do not need to be concerned about sourcing discs and collars to fit your bar, making them a simple way to start.

More advanced sets, available from the likes of Ivanko, Eleiko and Uesaka include various high quality chrome plates. These sets meet Olympic standards. The weights of the plates reflect the consumer and are considerably heavier than those found in standard starter sets. You can definitely find more specific sets in these ranges. Other sets available from high calibre brands include non-roll plates, easy lift designs, rubber encased and coloured plates.

Some sets are tailored for particular kinds of weightlifters. Women’s weightlifting sets takes into account body shape and weight. These are far better for serious women weightlifters than standard weights and mean that they can train on equipment that is ergonomic and practical.

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