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Barbell Plate Load Calculator
Calculate exactly which weight plates to load on each side of your barbell to hit target lifting weights.
Load Barbells Correctly
In powerlifting and weight training, loading plates on the bar requires quick mental math. This visual calculator tells you exactly how many plates to grab from the rack and load on each side of the bar.
Frequently Asked Questions
A standard Olympic barbell weighs exactly 20kg (44 lbs) for men and 15kg (33 lbs) for women.
No. Standard clips weigh about 0.5kg which is usually ignored in basic plate calculations.