The Plate Calculator takes the guesswork out of loading your bar. It automatically calculates the correct number and size of plates needed on each side to match your target weight, so you can spend less time doing math and more time lifting.
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Where to Find the Plate Calculator
How to Use the Plate Calculator
FAQ
Where to Find the Plate Calculator
The Plate Calculator is available for exercises that use plate-loaded equipment.
- Barbell exercises: Tap the Plate Calculator button next to History on the Exercise Details screen, or swipe right on any set.
- All other plate-loaded exercises: Swipe right on any set to open the Plate Calculator.
Supported equipment: Barbell, EZ Bar, Trap Bar, Smith Machine, Yoke, Leg Press, Hack Squat, Squat Machine, Calf Raise Machine, Hammer Strength, and T-Bar.
How It Works
The Plate Calculator shows which plates to load based on your target weight and selected bar. If the exact weight can't be achieved with your available plates, you'll see the nearest loadable weight as a suggestion.
How to Use the Plate Calculator
Barbell Exercises
The Plate Calculator shows which plates to load based on your target weight and bar.
- Tap the arrow at the bottom to expand your equipment options.
- Scroll left or right to switch between your available bars and plates.
- Select Manage to update your available equipment.
- If the exact weight can’t be achieved with your available plates, the calculator will suggest the nearest loadable weight.
Other Plate-Loaded Exercises
For equipment like EZ bar, trap bar, smith machine, leg press, and other supported machines, the Plate Calculator opens when you swipe right on any set.
- Select a bar type from the preset options, or adjust the starting weight to match your specific equipment.
- Toggle individual plate sizes on or off.
- If the exact weight can't be achieved, the calculator will show the nearest loadable weight.
FAQ
Can I use the Plate Calculator on Apple Watch/Wear OS?
The Plate Calculator is only available in app.
Why can't I get the exact weight I want?
The Plate Calculator can only suggest weights that are achievable with your available plates and barbells. If an exact weight isn't possible, it rounds to the nearest loadable configuration. You can expand your options by adding more plate sizes in your equipment settings.
Why don't I see the Plate Calculator for some exercises?
The Plate Calculator only appears for exercises that use a barbell. Exercises that use plated machines, dumbbells, or other non-barbell equipment won't show it.
Can I add a custom bar weight?
For barbell exercises, the calculator uses the standard bar weights available in your available equipment settings. Custom bar weights are not currently supported for barbell exercises.