I've been using them for dumbbell curls, seated shoulder presses and one arm triceps extensions on light bench nights. If I need 50 pounds, I just slap on the Platemates. This set of Powerblocks weighs in at 48 lbs per dumbbell with all nested plates engaged and both adder weights in each handle.
My racks of fixed dumbbells take up a good amount of space.įor a few weeks now, I've been using the Powerblocks for all dumbbell lifts under 55 lbs. I have a relatively small workout area so I'm always looking for ways to make the most use of the space I have. Before I found these Powerblocks, I was seriously considering buying a second set of Ironmaster handles and 20 five pounds plates. What I didn't like was dropping below 55 lbs on the Ironmasters because it meant taking off all the plates, including the two 22.5 lb weights per dumbbell, and switching out the longer locking screws for the regular pair. I basically stopped using the pro dumbbells for all lifts over 55 lbs once I got the Ironmasters. I figured I'd sell them for a profit if I don't want to keep them.įirst, let me say I love my Ironmasters. At $150, the Powerblocks with the stand were too good to pass up and I've always wanted to give them an extended try. I have the addiction and spend way too much time searching Craigslist. I already have a set of Ironmaster Dumbbells with the 120 lb add on kit, a set of hex dumbbells 5 to 50 lbs and a set of pro-style dumbbells 10 - 90 lbs.
Powerblock pro dumbbells plus#
A few weeks ago I picked up a pair of Pro Rexan Powerblocks with plates 1-4 and the four 2 1/2 pound adder weights plus the stand for $150 off CL.