Electric Fitness Rubber Hex Dumbbell

Buying Dumbbells

Fitness Town has curated a range of quality dumbbells that pass various tests from our team of experts. After decades in the fitness industry, we’ve developed a good understanding of your needs, regardless of age or fitness level. We consider everything like industry standards, diverse physical statures, and training requirements and goals. When you buy a product from Fitness Town, you can feel confident knowing that it lives up to our high standards. All that’s left is finding the perfect match for you.

Here are some things to consider when comparing our dumbbells:

• Your space: Pair of dumbbells can take up a lot of space, especially as they get heavier. If you’re short on space or don’t have an organized dumbbell rack, consider adjustable dumbbells. These are like just like regular dumbbells except with removable plates. They only come in a set of two and often come with a stand to keep them contained.
  How much weight do you need? Speaking of adjustable dumbbells, they’re great if you don’t know how much weight you’ll need. They’ll also grow with you as you get stronger, and you won’t have to order a new pair of dumbbells each time you hit a PR. On the other hand, if the weight range is small or you have specific movements you want to perform with dumbbells, individual fixed dumbbells will suit you better.
• The material: Dumbbells are available in a variety of materials like solid metal, rubber, and vinyl coated. The more coated a dumbbell is, the better protected your floors and the dumbbells are from damage if you drop the weight. While solid metal dumbbells look cool, they are the most likely to be damaged and need replacing in the event of an accident.
• The grip: You don’t want your grip to burn out before you’ve finished the exercise. Dumbbells come with various grips to accommodate all users. Ladies will want to choose a dumbbell with a slimmer grip to reduce stress on forearms. If you have sweaty hands, look for a dumbbell that has a knurled grip to help you hold on longer.
• Number of people and frequency of use: The number of people in your household and the frequency of use on your dumbbells will impact the wear and tear. Consider the material the dumbbells are made from to ensure maximum durability.
• Do you need storage? As your home gym collection grows, your space diminishes. You need more storage! Some adjustable dumbbells come with storage racks, otherwise, Fitness Town offers a variety of dumbbell racks to keep your equipment organized and off the floor.
• Your training goals: Keep your training goals in mind as your browse our collection of dumbbells. If you’re a studio owner or following along in fitness classes, check out our vinyl dumbbells that come in lower weights and feature hexagon heads that won’t roll away between exercises. If you are doing CrossFit workouts that consist of overhead snatches or fast lifting motions, fixed dumbbells will offer better weight distribution than adjustable dumbbells.