How to Load 80 kg
Solid intermediate weight for upper body
What You Need
Bar Weight
20kg
Per Side
1× 20kg + 1× 10kg
Total Plates
2× 20kg + 2× 10kg plates
= 20kg bar + 1× 20kg + 1× 10kg × 2
Exercise Benchmarks
What this weight typically represents:
| Exercise | Level |
|---|---|
| Bench Press | Intermediate |
| Squat | Beginner |
Loading Tips
- Common working weight for intermediate lifters
- Good target for first few months of training
- Equivalent to about 175 lb
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Use our interactive plate calculator for any weight:
Calculate Your Plates
Total Plates Needed
Standard Olympic Plates
Metric (kg): 25, 20, 15, 10, 5, 2.5, 1.25
Imperial (lb): 45, 35, 25, 10, 5, 2.5
Note: Standard Olympic barbells weigh 20kg (45lb) for men and 15kg (35lb) for women. The calculator shows plates needed per side of the barbell.
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FAQ
What plates do I need for 80kg?
To load 80kg on an Olympic barbell (20kg), you need 1× 20kg + 1× 10kg per side, for a total of 2× 20kg + 2× 10kg plates.
Is 80kg a good weight?
Solid intermediate weight for upper body
Can I use different plate combinations?
Yes, there are often multiple ways to achieve the same weight. However, the configuration shown uses the minimum number of plates possible, which is generally preferred for stability and ease of loading.
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