5 kg Cast-Iron Weight Plate

Robustness

Standard 28 mm (1”) diameter cast-iron. 2-year warranty.

Ergonomic grip

Raised edges make these plates easier to handle.

Weight

Set: 0.5kg, 1kg, 2kg, 5kg, 10kg, 20kg (1.1lb, 2.2lb, 4.4lb, 11lb, 22lb, 44lb)

Dimensions of the 5 kg (11 lb) cast-iron weight

Weight: 5 kg (11 lb) - Thickness: 24 mm (0.9”) Internal diameter: 28 mm (1”) - External diameter: 230 mm (9”)

What bars are compatible with this 5 kg (11 lb) weight training disc?

To use this 5 kg (11 lb) cast-iron weight, you’ll need a 28 mm (1”) bar such as: - 1.2 m (47”) straight bar (ref: 8289897) - 1.2 m (47”) curl bar (ref: 8484124) - 86 cm (34”) triceps bar (ref: 8484125) - 35 cm (13.8”) short bar (ref: 1041986) - 45 cm (17.7”) threaded bar (ref: - 1.55 m (47”) straight bar (ref: 8289896) - 2 m (6.5’) straight bar (ref: 8289900) This weight training disc plate is not compatible with a 50 mm (2”) bar.

Use disc collars to stay safe while training

Remember to invest in a pair of disc collars to lock the weights onto your bar as you exercise. Our disc collars are sold in pairs (ref: 8574652) so that you can train safely. Just be careful: the disc collars have a weight limit of 15 kg (33 lb) in a vertical position.

Storing your cast-iron weight training discs

- To store your cast-iron plates, you can use a wall mount for discs (ref: 8796727) or a storage rack (ref: 8788246) to install indoors (such as in a garage). - Do not store your weights outdoors or in a damp place, since cast iron is likely to rust if exposed to moisture. - Dust your discs with a microfibre cloth when they have been stored for a long time.

Suggested workout

Upper-body workout focusing on building muscle mass: Short recovery time between each set. - Dips 3 x 8-10 reps - Forehead triceps with bar 3 x 8-10 reps - Dumbbell triceps behind the head 3 x 8-10 reps/side - Pull-up, supinated grip 3 x 8-10 reps - Dumbbell biceps 3 x 8-10 reps - Dumbbell biceps, hammer grip 3 x 8-10 reps Start with the lower number of reps, and keep a two-rep margin. Increase by one rep per week.