Opinion on fractional weights

[CPL_SAiKO]

I'm actual new to the whole idea of this. I read about it yesterday. They seem pretty appealing specially while off cycle (Still a juice virgin). My question here is what do you guys think of them? The price seems steep for what you're getting and I've seen a DIY fractional weights which seems like the cheaper alternative. Is it worth the price to just buy the real deal?

Planning on doing the 5x5 training plan if that would change your thoughts at all

 

[TheMilkMan]

I'm actual new to the whole idea of this. I read about it yesterday. They seem pretty appealing specially while off cycle (Still a juice virgin). My question here is what do you guys think of them? The price seems steep for what you're getting and I've seen a DIY fractional weights which seems like the cheaper alternative. Is it worth the price to just buy the real deal?

Planning on doing the 5x5 training plan if that would change your thoughts at all

I use 2.5lb plates in the gym, otherwise I have no experience with small weights. I can see the use, but I think it could be overboard if you are not an elite lifter.

 

[CPL_SAiKO]

I use 2.5lb plates in the gym, otherwise I have no experience with small weights. I can see the use, but I think it could be overboard if you are not an elite lifter.

That's along the lines I was thinking. The only time I thought it may be useful is for plateau purposes when 5lbs sounds/feels like too much. I'm no elite lifter by any means. Was just wondering who if anyone here has actually used them

 

[donjob]

they have their place and are very useful. no i wouldn't spend the money on the real deal, they're expensive as fuck. 1 pound is 1 pound, who cares where you got them from. buy washers from home depot.

 

[CPL_SAiKO]

they have their place and are very useful. no i wouldn't spend the money on the real deal, they're expensive as fuck. 1 pound is 1 pound, who cares where you got them from. buy washers from home depot.

That's what I've read people did. Sounds smarter haha. Thanks for your input

 

[blazer69]

i have a set of 1.25lbs plates i use lots. can add 2.5lbs to bench or military press is handy.

i paid like 2-3$ for the set of plates at fitness store.