For any proper home gym, Olympic dumbbells are a versatile and convenient option. Unlike fixed-weight dumbbells, Olympic dumbbells for home gyms are adjustable. As long as you get dumbbell plates sized for Olympic dumbbell handles, it is fast and easy to switch out the weight. This lets you get a set of dumbbells that grows with you. When you want to take your training to the next level, you can just stack on some extra plates instead of having to purchase a whole new set. You can even use some of the smaller weights from your usual Olympic barbell. Another perk that makes Olympic dumbbells especially suitable for a home gym is their compactness. They stack neatly out of the way in a small pile instead of turning into a huge tower of weights that requires a rack to store properly.