Gone are the days when aspiring athletes had to choose whether they wanted to pound the pavements or lift weights in the gym. Studies have repeatedly shown the two can work symbiotically to form a stronger, faster and more efficient runner. Plus, the stronger your muscles and connective tissues are, the less likely you are to get injured. That's why we recommend strength training one to two times a week, if you can. And one way that you can make it easier to fit in is by doing it at home. Why buy an adjustable dumbbell? Compact– the small footprint and boxy shape mean they’ll take less space than most adjustable dumbbells. This one is pretty straightforward – if you’re a serious lifter, you’ll want knurled metal on the handle – 80% of the best adjustable dumbbells have it.

Digital dumbbells tend to be the priciest of the bunch, but by allowing you to change the weight with the touch of a couple of buttons, they really take the faff out of workouts that require multiple different loads, as well as cutting down the time it takes to change weight. the average LPL ratio of 50-lbs cast iron dumbbell is 0.2 to 0.28 9 – Shaft/handle materials of adjustable dumbbells And now for something completely different. Initially, it’s easy to mistake this Northdeer offering for a fixed weight dumbbell, as it comes with 12.5kg already attached to the bar. However, these weights have grooved holes on either end that can be used to attach additional plates with screws built into them (much like a nut and bolt combo).

The only set here that requires some math when switching the weight is the IronMaster because there’s no rotating handle or numbered dials. 5 – Price of adjustable dumbbells Plastic parts– it is heavy-duty plastic, but don’t expect these to last a lifetime like some other sets (read: Ironmaster) will. That’s the trade off you make with cheaper products. Long– it’s as long as the Rogue DB-15, but there’s no shorter alternative. If you’re on the smaller side, 20.4 inches of length might feel too bulky for presses and curls.

If you only watched the promo videos and never held these in hand, you could easily get the impression that these are the best adjustable dumbbells out there. Rubber rings on the weights– these will protect your floor from scuff marks…great if you don’t have a dedicated gym space.

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Still, I wouldn’t say this is a deal-breaker. You can use a piece of rubber between the collars and the weight plates to stabilize the connection. Most adjustable dumbbell sets make for a lifting experience that I’d describe as “close” to the traditional dumbbell. Yes, it can take a while to change the weight as you have to spin each individual collar on and off each time, and the plates can clang when you press them overhead. But their no-frills build makes them a darn sight cheaper than their tech-heavy counterparts. Men's Health Lab Approved

The stand could be more robust– at the high weight capacity, you’d feel more confident if the stand was solid steel. A maximum load of 55 pounds per dumbbell will be enough for most men. For women, I’d put that at around 30.We update this guide regularly to keep it fresh and relevant. So, even if you didn’t choose a pair today, make sure you bookmark this for future reference.