Counting the barbell clips?

[liftingyoung]

So my gym has these big metal bolt on "clips" and they weigh at least 1kg (2.2lbs) each, so do I count the extra 4lbs or not? I am still moving the extra 4lbs so I think I should count it...but thoughts?

[basmca]

if there legit that huge, count them.
but make sure you know how much they are.

[liftingyoung]

if there legit that huge, count them.
but make sure you know how much they are.

alright man thanks

[alexistheboss]

he means the big thick metal ones that screw around? and you wind some kind of thing to tighten them? Those are heavy.

[liftingyoung]

he means the big thick metal ones that screw around? and you wind some kind of thing to tighten them? Those are heavy.

yeah those ones! Should I count them?

[GrantKevin]

If this is for like world records or you want to be extremely accurate about your lifting stats, then sure.
But the average barbell that claims to be 45lbs, isn't even 45lbs. Majority of them weigh anywhere from 42lbs to 48lbs. Honestly, I don't see the point.

[TheLiftingDoc]

Henson PL comps you'll see they take into account the 2.5kg collars

[p4in7]

As long as you're consistent I don't think it really matters... I wouldn't bother

[liftingyoung]

Thanks for the feedback. I think I will add the collars to my total because they do weigh a considerable amount to make a difference IMO.