Loading a barbell and not sure which plates go on each side? Enter your target weight below and this calculator shows the exact plates to load per side, in pounds or kilograms.
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Loads from the heaviest available plates. Assumes matching pairs and standard plate sets.
How barbell plate math works
Your total lift = the bar + the plates on both sides. Subtract the bar, then split the rest evenly between the two sleeves.