How to load 145 lb on a barbell

Load the 45 lb bar with 2 × 25 lb per side to hit 145 lb.

145 lb loaded on a 45 lb bar, to scale. Scroll sideways on small screens.

Plate breakdown

Per side · Total: 145.0 lb (145 lb)

145 lb lands on an awkward 65.8 kg, a big reason lifters who train across kg and lb gyms end up guessing.

145 lb ≈ 65.8 kg. Training in the other unit? See the kg plate breakdown →

Can you load exactly 145 lb with standard plates?

Yes. Load 2 × 25 lb per side on a 45 lb bar.

What if my gym only has kilos?

145 lb is about 65.8 kg. Use the MixedBarbell calculator to load the nearest achievable weight with whatever plates your gym actually stocks.