York Fitness 1" Spinlock Dumbbell Bar with Collars

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Our health experts put each one through an 11-move bodybuilding workout, working all major muscle groups using a combination of unilateral and bilateral movements, to see which ‘bells felt as sturdy and secure as a fixed weight dumbbell. They also tested how smoothly they could switch weights, before settling on their seven favourites. Only the length of the dumbbells increases as the weight gets higher, so even as you add more plates and the length increases, they are still compact for their weight

Good For Groups– It’s easy for mixed ability groups to work around each other when there is a large selection of kit available that can all be used at the same time Dumbbells can be used alone or with a bench. Whatever muscle group you wish to target, there are numerous exercise options to reach your goals. You can perform hundreds of exercises with dumbbells alone. With the addition of a bench, this number increases further as you can perform exercises such as dumbbell bench presses and lying flys, which target your chest, triceps and shoulders. A bench can also come in useful as an additional, optional support for other dumbbell exercises. Different Types of DumbbellsCircular Plates– this isn’t really a big deal, but it’s still a negative. When it comes to dumbbells, there’s really no functional advantage to having round plates like there is with a barbell. Key features – Main material: Chrome and plastic; Weight range: 2.3-22.7kg; Number of weight options: 16 There’s no denying that both traditional fixed dumbbells and adjustable dumbbells have their strengths, but it all depends on where you are working out, the type of movements you plan to use them for and what you are wanting to achieve. Adjustable dumbbell pros Cheaper long-term Warranty – A comprehensive warranty can provide peace of mind, indicating the manufacturer’s confidence in their product. Look for longer warranties that cover a range of potential issues. Unwanted electrical equipment is the UKs fastest growing type of waste. Unwanted electrical items can be repaired or recycled, saving on natural resources and the environment. If you do not recycle, electrical equipment will end up in landfill where hazardous substances will leak out and cause soil and water contamination – harming wildlife and also human health.

Bowflex’s SelectTech dumbbell is a selectorised dumbbell, which means its weight can be adjusted simply by turning a dial when the dumbbell is resting in its base. It combines 15 weights ranging from 2kg to 24kg, so you can easily achieve a varied workout. Finally, testers donned their fave leggings for a workout, using each dumbbell for the same 20 bodybuilding movements, ranging from deadlifts to goblet squats to bench press. Top-scoring models moved smoothly and were a practical shape that didn’t obstruct any movement patterns. If a product is either received faulty or develops a fault please in the first instance complete the form in our product support section.

What you may not initially think of when shopping for dumbbells is their shape. While circular weights are the classic dumbbell design, dumbbells with flat edges – such as triangular and hex options – are worth considering if you plan to do dumbbell press ups, for example. Unlike round weights, flat dumbbells are also safer as they won’t roll around.

Related: Men's Health Dumbbell Club: Your Three-Day Full-Body Muscle Plan How to Choose the Best Dumbbells Space Every adjustable dumbbell on this list has been tested by our Good Housekeeping Institute fitness experts. Weight Increments – The ability to adjust the weight in small increments is beneficial for progressive overload and fine-tuning your training when hitting plateaus. As a result of storage in an unsuitable environment, i.e. somewhere that is not climate controlled, such as but not limited to garages, porches bathrooms or outdoors.If you are just starting out, the maximum weight of your dumbbell set should not be a major issue. Ideally, you want a weight where you can lift 8 to 15 reps for two or three sets. 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. Why should I buy an adjustable dumbbell over a trusty fixed weight pair?' you say. We’re glad you asked. Versatile