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The 1.25lb Donut

Price: $38.95

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Platemate's 1.25lb add on magnet weights allows you to go up in 2.5lb increments without buying more dumbbells or taking the time to change the dumbbells weight.

The 2.5lb Donut

Price: $48.95

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Attached to each end of the dumbbell, the 2 1/2 lb. donut allows for a 5 lb. increment eliminating the need to buy every other pair of dumbbells. Also saving space. A 2 1/2 lb. donut securely attached can lift a 40 lb. dumbbell which attests to its powerful and safe design.

The 2 1/2 lb. add on magnet weight allows for the same benefit of owning a full rack of Pro-Style dumbbells for half the price. You are able to go up in 5lb increments without buying more dumbbells.

Another benefit of the PlateMate is its ability to attach securely to stack weight machines allowing for 1 1/4 Ib.- 2 1/2 lb. - 3 3/4 lb. and 5 lb. increments.

Fortunately, there are writers out there today with a wealth of experience and knowledge. Their approaches to progressive resistive exercise May vary, however they all agree on one topic, the benefits of microloading.

THE BRICK by PlateMate is a 5 lb. weight in the shape of a brick it attaches securely with powerful magnets anywhere on a weight stack, dumbbell, or barbell.

It also can be used on dumbbells or barbells for a quick weight increase without having to remove weight clips.

Why do fixed weight dumbbells come in 5 lb. increments. Well it's not because the industry feels that it is safer for you to make those jumps, it's pure economics. How many of you could afford to buy twice as many dumbbells in order to go up in 21/2 lb increments. Now do you see the reason that the industry has dictated that you buy and use dumbbells in 5 lb. increments.

What is microloading? Microloading is the process of adding or subtracting resistance in smaller amounts than has recently been practiced.

A good sound exercise program is only half of the solution. 1.25 lb. Microloads allows you to enjoy a safer, more productive workout.

A universal add on weight for all stack weight machines. It disperses weight evenly and won't interfere with smooth operation of equipment by rubbing on guide rails.