How do you store your dumbbells? - Page 3

Mickey12 · 08-21-18, 11:50 AM

I have mine in several large baskets on the living room floor. It's probably not the best idea because putting them down hard inside the basket could potentially damage the basket over time. I try to be gentle.

Kim

jusca · 08-21-18, 12:08 PM

I havent read the whole thread so excuse me if this was previously suggested.

I store my dumbbells on gridlocked floor mats. The mats get dents instead of the floor. I gave hardwood floors and I assume it would work for carpet too.

jusca · 08-21-18, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by bubbles76

Awww thanks everyone

. I came back to check on ideas, and I get congrats. Makes me feel so good! The last time I was up for promotion, I didn't even get an interview. I've been passed over three times, so I'm happy to finally made it!

Back on topic, I think I'd love to have an ice box as weights storage!

Congrats on your promotion!

Mopsy · 08-21-18, 12:14 PM

Mine just sit on a shelf in the wall unit that also holds my tv and dvd's.

Joni O · 08-21-18, 03:26 PM

I bought a 3-tier dumbbell rack years ago and love it.

aspidistra · 08-21-18, 09:08 PM

I stored them in the linen closet for a while but for the last year I prefer to have them all on the dining room table ready for use (it's a big table and a tiny apartment and that is where I exercise). Of course with the forest fire smog I am not exercising at all this summer, and won't until the air clears. I learned 9 years ago not to ever put weights on the floor. One time I ran into one barefoot and broke a toe. They are made of cast iron.

Carol K · 08-22-18, 06:01 AM

I just got a Marcy compact dumbbell rack and finally got my dumbbells off the floor. I have 5 pairs of dumbbells and my ankle weights on it. It could hold 4 more pairs.

Taramisu · 08-25-18, 12:11 AM

Thanks again all for the suggestions. The new carpet is in and my dumbbells are housed on a puzzle mat. I took two mats and stacked them and placed the dumbbells on the mat. So far it seems to be working well, if the mats get dented that is okay just want to keep the carpet nice. But I will keep the racks that folks suggested in mind should I decide to get one in the future. But the mats was a good idea in a pinch.

Thanks again!

videofit · 08-25-18, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by laurajhawk

I have this rack

I have something similar. I put my Perfect Pushups on top as well as my weight hooks with wrist wraps, two sets of ankle weights and stretch out strap.

My 8 and 10 lb dumbbells go on the bottom bar

3, 4, 5, 6 lb dumbbells go on the sides

Next to the dumbbell rack I have something similar to this for all my DVDs. I eventually replaced the flimsy drawers with baskets and it looks so much nicer.
https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/sto...m%20essentials

Nuggie's Auntie · 08-26-18, 10:43 AM

I just got this rack and I love it! It has a shelf on the top for kettlebells, ankle weights or balls. The 'handles' on the side can hold plates or bands. It's really sturdy and holds pretty much all my equipment.

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08-21-18, 11:50 AM
Mickey12 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NE Pennsylvania	I have mine in several large baskets on the living room floor. It's probably not the best idea because putting them down hard inside the basket could potentially damage the basket over time. I try to be gentle. Kim

08-21-18, 12:08 PM
jusca Join Date: Aug 2011	I havent read the whole thread so excuse me if this was previously suggested. I store my dumbbells on gridlocked floor mats. The mats get dents instead of the floor. I gave hardwood floors and I assume it would work for carpet too.

08-21-18, 12:14 PM
Mopsy VF Supporter Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: central New York	Mine just sit on a shelf in the wall unit that also holds my tv and dvd's. __________________ Louise

08-21-18, 03:26 PM
Joni O VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities, MN	I bought a 3-tier dumbbell rack years ago and love it.

08-21-18, 09:08 PM
aspidistra Join Date: Feb 2014	I stored them in the linen closet for a while but for the last year I prefer to have them all on the dining room table ready for use (it's a big table and a tiny apartment and that is where I exercise). Of course with the forest fire smog I am not exercising at all this summer, and won't until the air clears. I learned 9 years ago not to ever put weights on the floor. One time I ran into one barefoot and broke a toe. They are made of cast iron.

08-22-18, 06:01 AM
Carol K Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Chicago, IL	I just got a Marcy compact dumbbell rack and finally got my dumbbells off the floor. I have 5 pairs of dumbbells and my ankle weights on it. It could hold 4 more pairs. __________________ Carol

08-25-18, 12:11 AM
Taramisu VF Supporter Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: NA	Thanks again all for the suggestions. The new carpet is in and my dumbbells are housed on a puzzle mat. I took two mats and stacked them and placed the dumbbells on the mat. So far it seems to be working well, if the mats get dented that is okay just want to keep the carpet nice. But I will keep the racks that folks suggested in mind should I decide to get one in the future. But the mats was a good idea in a pinch. Thanks again!

08-26-18, 10:43 AM
Nuggie's Auntie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: I love that dirty water...	I just got this rack and I love it! It has a shelf on the top for kettlebells, ankle weights or balls. The 'handles' on the side can hold plates or bands. It's really sturdy and holds pretty much all my equipment.