Should I get 10kg dumbells?

ABCE

I'm going 16 next month and my dad is planning on getting me a new pair of dumbells.I'm using 5kg at the moment with which I can do endless sets of workouts, so it's definitely time I move onto the next level.
However, my question is whether the next pair should consist of two 7kg dumbells or two 10kg ones. While the 8kg may be more suitable for me, I think I can manage the 10kg ones. Though I may only be able to do a few reps on whatever exercise, I think I'll be able to gradually improve soon enough(like I did with the 5kg ones which were my first pair). Also, it's cost efficient getting the heavier ones,knowing that I'll have to buy them anyway sooner or later.
Anyone have any ideas on which would be better?

brownej

You could always get a plate adjustable dumbbell set like this one
http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/9017362/Trail/searchtext%3EDUMBBELL.htm

That way you can scale from 5kg to 10kg by changing the plates.

When you get up to 10kg and are comfortable you can always get the set of 4x5kg plates to add on to bring them up to 20kg dumbbells.
http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/catalogId/14551/partNumber/9003187.htm

JJayoo

Do not buy set weight dumbbells way too expensive, as the above poster has said buy adjustable ones. Then start a log and become a Swoleasourous Rex

ABCE

Thanks guys, I'll keep an eye out for a cheap adjustable set accompanied by plates!

Alf Veedersane

Check out adverts and Done deal.

You could also get a set of dumbbells in Argos that comes with 4 x 2.5kg, 4 x 1.25kg and 4 x 0.5kg cast iron plates in Argos for €43. You can buy extra plates when you need then.

brownej

ABCE wrote: »

Thanks guys, I'll keep an eye out for a cheap adjustable set accompanied by plates!

Make sure you get ones with cast Iron plates and not vinyl. The vinyl plates are very large.

DoYouEvenLift

Don't bother buying dumbbells for home, 16 is a great age to start lifting properly so ask your father to try and help find a gym you can join if there are any around your area. From there, take a few weeks just getting comfortable with the gym environment and then start a split that suits you and your goals. If you lift consistently and eat right between now and the time you turn 18, with the help of your spiking hormones, you could have a well above average physique which WILL stand to you during college years.


It'd be sweet if your Dad joined with you and the two of you started going together, that way he could help you learn anything that he learns and you'd both push each other.

mojitojoe

I have a set you can have FOC if your in dublin. Get your dad to pm me if your interested.