Investing in a decent set of adjustable dumbbells makes a lot of sense if you want a relatively inexpensive home gym set-up. The initial outlay may seem expensive, but as long as you choose the right set, it should cover all your lifting needs.
It goes without saying that adjustable dumbbells offer more flexibility and versatility than their fixed-weight counterparts. There are various types available, including the classic plate dumbbells that use a removable collar to add and take off weights, but along with a limited weight range they can be fiddly and time-consuming to adjust. So we’ve concentrated on the best mechanised adjustable dumbbells – with weights selected with the flick of a switch or the twist of a dial. That lets you get on with the serious business of nailing your reps and getting the right amount of rest between sets. It also allows you to decrease or increase the resistance in manageable increments.
