{"product_id":"2-5kg-rubber-hex-dumbbell","title":"2.5kg Rubber Hex Dumbbell","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoosing dumbbells comes down to matching the equipment to how hard it will actually be worked. The 2.5kg Rubber Hex Dumbbell is aimed at people who want something that holds up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStripped of marketing language: this is a dumbbell set for people who train consistently. Stated details include 2.5kg and rubber construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works best for pressing, rowing and accessory work across every level, and studios running class formats. Outside that, there may be a better match in the range — ask us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and space\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink about storage before quantity. Loose dumbbells on a floor are a hazard and take more space than a rack holding the same set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHex dumbbells sit flat and will not roll, which matters for push-up variations and for storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst the other 118 dumbbells we stock, this sits in the middle at R320 — the range runs R70 to R90 612, so there is room to move either way if the fit is not right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore heaviest at the bottom of a rack. It is safer and easier on the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor context on how often adults should be training muscle groups, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/physical-activity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eWorld Health Organization physical activity guidelines\u003c\/a\u003e are a sensible, independent starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe specifics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Dumbbells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: 16129\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStated: 2.5kg and rubber construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: new unless the listing states otherwise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will find related equipment under \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sale\"\u003eSale\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/free-weights\"\u003eFree Weights\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dumbbells\"\u003eDumbbells\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/storage-racks\"\u003eStorage Racks\u003c\/a\u003e — worth a look before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical gap between light and heavy-duty dumbbells is not the badge, it is the rating: frame gauge, bearing quality and how easily wear parts can be replaced. Buying slightly above your current needs is almost always cheaper than replacing early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot certain the 2.5kg Rubber Hex Dumbbell is right for your space? Send us your room dimensions or a photo and we will tell you honestly whether it fits — including if something else in the range would serve you better.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gym Machines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52794952876213,"sku":"16129","price":319.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/9579\/0005\/files\/hex-dumbbell-1_e92c8711-749c-4a8c-a51a-5ab3f311ed49.jpg?v=1783898202","url":"https:\/\/gymmachinery.co.za\/products\/2-5kg-rubber-hex-dumbbell","provider":"Gym Machines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}