How to load 70 kg on a barbell
On a 20 kg bar, load 1 × 25 on each side. That is 2 plates in all.
Updated October 2026
Loading 70 kg, step by step
| Step | Adds | Bar weighs |
|---|---|---|
| Bar | 20 kg | 20 kg |
| Add 25 kg to each side | 50 kg | 70 kg |
Load the biggest plates on first, closest to the centre, and match both sides.
70 kg on a lighter bar
| Bar | Bar weight | Each side | Plates in all |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard barbell | 20 kg | 1 × 25 | 2 |
| Women's barbell | 15 kg | 1 × 25 + 1 × 2.5 | 4 |
70 kg in pounds
70 kg is 154.3 lb. The closest weight a 45 lb bar can hold is 155 lb, with 1 × 45 + 1 × 10 on each side.
What 70 kg is as a percent of your max
If your one-rep max is one of these, here is how heavy 70 kg is for you, and about how many reps you could do.
| Your one-rep max | 70 kg is | About this many reps |
|---|---|---|
| 72.5 kg | 96.6% | 2 |
| 77.5 kg | 90.3% | 4 |
| 82.5 kg | 84.8% | 6 |
| 87.5 kg | 80% | 8 |
| 92.5 kg | 75.7% | 9 |
| 100 kg | 70% | 12 |
| 107.5 kg | 65.1% | 16 |
| 117.5 kg | 59.6% | 20 |
Other weights
Questions
How many plates do I need for 70 kg?
On a 20 kg bar, load 1 × 25 on each side. That is 2 plates in all.
What does 70 kg look like on a women's bar?
A women's bar weighs 15 kg, so you add 27.5 kg to each side: 1 × 25 + 1 × 2.5.
How many pounds is 70 kg?
70 kg is 154.3 lb. On a 45 lb bar, the closest weight you can load is 155 lb: 1 × 45 + 1 × 10 on each side.
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