Adjustable Dumbbells Vs. Traditional Dumbbell Weight Sets

Adjustable dumbbells are compact and cost effective compared to traditional dumbbell weight sets. Traditional dumbbell sets such as the cast iron hex dumbbells, rubber coated dumbbells, or the shiny-but-getting-dull looking chrome dumbbells are a viable option for home use but are usually found in fitness clubs. They sit on a long dumbbell rack, with weights ranging from 2.5 lbs to over 100 lbs for each dumbbell. Imagine how long the dumbbell rack would be if the dumbbells increased by 2.5 lbs each!

If you have a limited budget and limited space, then the adjustable dumbbell may be a more viable option for you.

Here are some things that you’ll encounter with a traditional dumbbell set compared to adjustable dumbbells:

• More dumbbells=takes up more space and is more expensive!

• A dumbbell rack that holds many dumbbells=expensive (with adjustable dumbbells, all is needed is a dumbbell stand)

• If you have a habit of not tidying up after yourself, you might find dumbbells all over the floor

• You may have a hard time keeping the dumbbell weights in the proper order after a hard workout (ever take a look at the free weights at a fitness club? The order of the dumbbells sometimes appear random)

Although adjustable dumbbells has some advantages over multiple dumbbells, it is really only designed for one user at a time. So if you’re expecting many people to workout with free weights at the same time, then multiple traditional dumbbells would be a better solution. However, if you plan on working out with dumbbells all by yourself, the adjustable dumbbell is a sound investment.