How to Load 120 kg
Strong intermediate - approximately 265 lb
What You Need
Bar Weight
20kg
Per Side
2× 25kg
Total Plates
4× 25kg plates
= 20kg bar + 2× 25kg × 2
Exercise Benchmarks
What this weight typically represents:
| Exercise | Level |
|---|---|
| Bench Press | Advanced |
| Squat | Intermediate-Advanced |
| Deadlift | Intermediate |
Loading Tips
- Uses the red 25kg competition plates
- Visually impressive with the largest standard plates
- Approximately 265 lb
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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 120kg?
To load 120kg on an Olympic barbell (20kg), you need 2× 25kg per side, for a total of 4× 25kg plates.
Is 120kg a good weight?
Strong intermediate - approximately 265 lb
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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