12 lbs ?

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shouldbesad

Cathlete
I noticed yesterday while doing GS Back Shoulder and Biceps that Cathe uses a 12lb dumbbell and I curious if anyone else out there uses this weight? It seems like it would be a better transition from 10 to 15 but wondering if necessary.

Have also heard somewhere that there is like a 1 or 2 lb weight that will attach to the side of a dumbbell to add extra weight?

Shouldbesad
 
Yes, 12 pound dumbells exist and it is a good transition between both 10 and 15 pound dumbells. I use them all the time.

Clare
 
I have 12# dumbells.
I also have platemates: a set of 1.25 pounders, to add 2.5# to a dumbell, and a set of .75 pounders, to add 1.25# to a weight.

I also just picked up some 6# and 9# weights, to have more weight increments on hand for smaller muscles groups.

I think it's especially important with the smaller muscle groups (shoulders, biceps, triceps) to increase weights in smaller increments (most bodybuilding references say an increase of 5%-10% of the weight you are currently using, which is much less than 5# for most weights).
 
I have the Bowflex Select Tech Dumbells and they have a 12.5 lb which I use a lot. If you can get 12's I would think it a good idea...:)
 
Hi,

Regarding the 1.25 lb PlateMates, I have the hex shaped silver dumbells and on a lot of the sites, they say that the hex shaped 1.25 is for 20 lb dumbells and higher. I really wanted a set to use between 15 and 20, because that is a high jump for me. Is this true?

Thanks!

Deb
 
>Regarding the 1.25 lb PlateMates, I have the hex shaped silver
>dumbells and on a lot of the sites, they say that the hex
>shaped 1.25 is for 20 lb dumbells and higher. I really wanted
>a set to use between 15 and 20, because that is a high jump
>for me. Is this true?

I have hex cast-iron dumbells, and the Platemates I have fit on them just fine. I often use them on my 15# weights. They would also fit on the 12-pounders if I needed them to. My 10# and lighter weights are vinyl-coated or neoprene-coated, so I don't use PM on them (they hold, but not securely enough for my tastes/safety).
 
>Hi all,
>
>Does anyone use the Pace Weight magnets
>(http://paceweights.com/information.htm)?
>
>I was looking into these a few weeks ago, but wasn't sure how
>good they are. It seems like they would be easy to use and to
>add to smaller dumbbells.
>
I've never seen them before, but I think they look good, as well. The only downside I can see is storage, but they've taken care of that by providing the storage case.
 
These pace weights look excellent, very versatile, possibly more so than plate mates and, I think, cheaper too. Get them.

Clare
 
Hi all,

Yes, it seems like the Pace weights will give more variety since they have smaller increments.

Thanks for the input!!

Leanne
 
Hi,

I just ordered the PlateMates from Performbetter.com.. I got 2 pair of the 1.25 lb. I like them because they have $7.50 shipping if under $75. regardless of how heavy it is.

Thanks for the help! I can't wait to try 17.5 pound flies!

Deb:)
 
Hi all,

And I went ahead and ordered the Pace weights. I'll let you know how they are once they arrive! :)

Leanne
 
> I went ahead and ordered the Pace weights. I'll let you
>know how they are once they arrive! :)

Please do! I'd be interested in hearing how they work.
 
I just ordered them this morning, so they probably won't get here until next week sometime. After I've had some time to use them, though, I'll definitely let you all know how I like them! I'm hoping that they work well!

Leanne
 
I really like the concept of the platemate or paceweights but am having trouble with the costs.

What are the thoughts on using ankle/wrist weights? I have a set each of 1 lbs and 5 lbs from Goodwill and thinking of using these as my extra weight. Would I be better off using around my wrist or possibly wrapping on weights themselves. I could butcher the 5 lbs to make them 2.5 lbs each....hum..

I have heard different opinions on using these type of weights as could possibly pull joints, so am a bit nervous using them. I guess I really don't know how these things are supposed to be used safely.

Thoughts?

Diane
 
I am not too sure how it would be if you put an ankle weight around your wrist, then used the dumbell. You can always pick up 2 dumbells, like the heavier one, then a 2# at the same time. It's a little awkward but doable.
 
>What are the thoughts on using ankle/wrist weights? I have a
>set each of 1 lbs and 5 lbs from Goodwill and thinking of
>using these as my extra weight. Would I be better off using
>around my wrist or possibly wrapping on weights themselves. I
>could butcher the 5 lbs to make them 2.5 lbs each....hum..

I think adding a wrist weight when doing upper body work is an acceptable way to add 1-2 pounds per arm. Just make sure the weight is secured and doesn't move around while you are lifting, which could lead to form deviations to compensate.

>I have heard different opinions on using these type of weights
>as could possibly pull joints, so am a bit nervous using them.
>I guess I really don't know how these things are supposed to
>be used safely.

The safety concerns about wearing ankle or wrist weights is when doing aerobic moves or walking/running. In that case, the more ballistic nature of the movements could cause joint problems, and wearing ankle weights in particular when walking throws off one's natural gait and can cause problems with everything from ankles, to knees to hips. Wearing them for weight training is fine. (In fact, it's safer to do the cardio wiithout the weights, then use weights separately).
 
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