The plate calculator is a feature that allows for you to take the math out of working out. You can input the weight you want and the plates you have available and the plate calculator will let you know how to load your barbell to achieve that weight using the plates available.
Using the Plate Calculator
First, make sure that the feature is enabled in your Hevy app settings
- Select the Profile page at the bottom of the app, select the gear icon in the top right corner of the page. This will bring you to the Hevy app settings page.
- Under ‘Preferences’ select ‘Workout’
- Toggle on the Plate Calculator
Next, log a workout
- When logging a barbell exercise, click on the weight section and input your target weight
- Click on the ‘Calculator’ option that appears above the keyboard
- Input the plates that you have available to you and the weight of the bar you are using
- The calculator will show you the correct plate arrangement to achieve the desired weight
Important Note: If the plates and bar available do not allow for the target weight to be achieved, it will let you know the closest target weight you can achieve with what you have available to you.
Adding Custom Plates and Bars
Sometimes, you may have a bar or plate that does not match what we have available in the calculator. You can add custom bar and plate weights in the calculator.
- When you are on the plate calculator screen, tap on ‘Manage’
- Tap ‘+ Custom Bar’ to add a custom bar size
- Tap ‘+ Custom Plate’ to add a custom plate size