Why choose a cast-iron weight rather than a plastic or vinyl one?
- Thanks to its density, cast iron is more compact than vinyl, which means you can increase the number of discs on the bar (up to 32 kg on a dumbbell)
- Cast iron can be kept for life, unlike plastic or vinyl, which can last less than 1 year.
- Less affected by temperature variations, cast iron offers constant use in different climatic conditions.
Why use cast-iron weights?
- Cast iron is 5 times more resistant to impacts, falls and crushing than vinyl.
- Cast iron has a textured surface for excellent grip, even with wet hands, unlike plastic, which is often slippery.
Choosing our cast iron weights means opting for efficiency and reliability in your training.
Dimensions of 2kg cast-iron weight
- Weight: 2kg
- Thickness: 18mm
- Inside diameter: 28mm
- Outside diameter: 175mm
On which bars and dumbbells can I use the 2kg cast iron bodyweight?
To use this 2kg cast-iron weight you'll need a 28mm bar, for example:
- Straight bar 1.2 metres (ref: 8289897)
- Curl bar 1.2 metres (ref: 8484124)
- Triceps bar 86 cm (ref: 8484125)
- Short bar 35 cm (ref : 1041986)
- Threaded bar 45 cm (ref: 8766096)
- Straight bar 1.55 meter (ref: 8289896)
- Straight bar 2 meters (ref: 8289900)
This weight is not compatible with a 50mm diameter bar.
Complete your weights with disc stops for your safety
To be able to practice safely, your bodybuilding discs need to stay in place during exercise. That's where the disc stop comes in! This little accessory locks the weights onto the barbell or dumbbells.
Smart stop discs are sold in pairs (ref: 8574652). Please note that their weight limit in the vertical position is 15kg.
How to store your cast-iron discs
Moisture is the enemy of your weights!
That's why it's important to avoid storing them outdoors or in a cellar.
Here are a few tips to make your weights last:
- Store them in a dry place
- Dust them if necessary with a microfiber cloth
- Store them on a wall-mounted disc holder (ref: 8796727), in the lower part of a piece of furniture or on your storage rack (ref: 8788246).
Discover our coach's advice for using your body weight
Load your dumbbell with 2 x 2kg cast-iron weights and go for a set.
Shoulder exercise:
- Dumbbell military press 3×10 reps
Keep a 2-rep margin at the end of each set.
Add reps as the weeks go by, then the load, and start again with just 10 reps.
The advantage of these weights is that they allow you to calibrate the load according to your needs and the muscle groups to be worked.
