Small Competition Plates

For those who train seriously in the world of Weightlifting, Powerlifting, and Fitness, having the right plates is essential to improving performance safely. Small plates, or fractional weights, are the ideal solution for gradually increasing the lifted load, ensuring consistent and safe progress.

Fractional weights for gradual progression

You probably know this already: most people practicing Weightlifting, Powerlifting, and Fitness tend to increase the weight they lift too quickly. And this excessive pace shouldn’t be understood solely in terms of time. Sometimes the leap in weight happens over a very short period. But other times, the jump is simply too large! Many people, in an attempt to improve their performance in Weightlifting and Powerlifting, suddenly add 5 or even 10-kilogram plates, suddenly finding themselves lifting 10 or 20 kilograms more than they’re used to. But is this really the best way to advance in these disciplines? According to many experts, absolutely not. However, in many cases, these weight jumps seem unavoidable, simply because the gym one attends or their Home Gym does not have plates weighing less than 5 or even 10 kilograms. So how is it possible to make smaller jumps? The solution is simple: small plates! We’re obviously talking about fractional weights, which are all those small barbell plates weighing less than 5 kilograms. This includes plates weighing 250 grams, 500 grams, 750 grams, 1 kilogram, 1.25 kilograms, 2 kilograms, and 2.5 kilograms. This allows for a gradual but consistent increase in the lifted load week after week, avoiding injuries and large jumps. At Lacertosus®, we’ve prepared several lines of fractional weights for you: here’s how to choose the ones best suited for you and your gym!

Lightweight competition plates

Here, you’ll find all the fractional weights you need for Weightlifting and Cross Training. Our Small Plate Training line consists of fractional weights made from a single solid block, with raised white lettering for maximum visibility of the load from both sides, so you can always grab the plate you’re looking for. The Competition Micro Plate line, on the other hand, includes perfectly calibrated Fractional Plates that are durable, aesthetically refined down to the smallest detail, and, most importantly, extremely thin, ensuring you’ll never run out of space on the barbell! And for those who want to have the smallest fractional weights for the most sensitive adjustments—ideal for top-level weightlifting—we offer Fractional Plate sets, featuring plates weighing 250 grams, 500 grams, 750 grams, and 1 kilogram!