🏋️ Barbell Plate Loader
Which plates to load on each side of the bar
About this calculator
Loading a barbell should take seconds, not mental arithmetic. Enter your target weight and this calculator works out exactly which plates go on each side, using a greedy approach with standard plate sizes in pounds or kilograms. It accounts for the bar weight automatically.
Tip: Always load the heaviest plates first, closest to the bar sleeve. It keeps the bar balanced and the plates from rattling.