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No problem lift heavy at home with these dumbbells.
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Case in point: These dumbbells withstood a drop onto the labs concrete floor sans scratching.
The hexagonal shape of the heads prevents rolling around on the floor.
The grip was also more slippery than others we tested.
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Each dumbbell is made with a cast iron core that’s extremely durable.
Unfortunately, the stand didnt impress us.
Theyll also rest more comfortably on your shoulders during front squats, lunges, or overhead presses.
The CAP Barbell Set of 2 Hex Rubber Dumbbell is durable and sturdy with a solid cast iron core.Shape / Jhett Thompson
The grip was especially impressive, and the dumbbell felt like it was superglued to our hands.
Plus, the adjustment mechanism truly is intuitive.
And unlike many other dumbbell sets, these are far from being an eyesore.
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Simply tuck the dumbbell under your bed or in a closet when you’re done using it.
Still, their comfortable grip and versatility might make these worth the extra bucks.
The Alta Soft-Touch dumbbells are on the opposite end of the spectrum.
The Bowflex SelectTech 552 Dumbbells can be configured in 15 different ways.PHOTO: Shape / Jessica Juliao
Instead of causing calluses, the gentle silicone feels better on the hands than textured metal.
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