Heavy Loads - Plate Calculator:

Whether you’re chasing PRs, training for a meet, or just need fast and accurate plate math, Heavy Loads helps you load the bar with confidence. Designed for lifters, by lifters, this streamlined calculator ensures your barbell is always loaded correctly—no more guesswork, mental math, or second-guessing your plates.

3 POWERFUL LOADING MODES:

1. AUTO CALCULATION MODE
Set your target weight, and Bars N Plates calculates the optimal plate combination based on your customized inventory. Add or remove plates in your collection and the app will always find the best match using the plates you actually own—no unnecessary math, no missing weights.

2. PERCENTAGE BASED MODE
Perfect for programming and progressive overload. Set a base weight (like your training max or 1RM) and instantly calculate common percentage targets like 60%, 75%, 90%, or any custom value. The app handles the plate math so you can stay focused on training.

3. MANUAL (REVERSE) MODE
See a bar already loaded and want to know what it weighs? Use Manual Mode to add plates in any order—just like they’re on the bar—and Heavy Loads instantly calculates the total barbell weight. Great for coaches, training partners, or quick checks at the gym.


KEY FEATURES
• Custom Barbell Support:
Create and select from multiple barbells, each with their own weight and name—ideal for switching between women’s, men’s, youth, or specialty bars. You can even assign a custom color to each bar to keep them visually distinct on screen.
• Unit Conversion at a Glance:
Lift in kilograms but stuck with lb plates? No problem. Heavy Loads displays both units at once—your primary unit in large text, and the secondary unit in smaller text. You’ll always know how much you’re lifting, no matter the gear.
• Fully Customizable Inventory:
Add, remove, and reorder the plates you actually own. From calibrated competition sets to budget bumper plates, you decide what’s available, and the app calculates accordingly.
• Clean, Minimal UI:
No clutter, no distractions. Built with focus and clarity in mind, Heavy Loads gives you the info you need, right when you need it.
• Fast Switching Between Modes:
Toggle between loading strategies with a tap—whether you’re preparing for your next working set or reviewing your last lift.
• Supports Both Sides Loading:
All calculations are done with per-side logic in mind, so what you see is what you load.


Heavy Loads is designed for powerlifters, Olympic weightlifters, CrossFit athletes, strength coaches, and anyone serious about barbell training. Whether you’re in your home gym or the weight room at your local gym, Heavy Loads makes it easier to focus on what matters: lifting heavy, with precision.