They are absolutely safe for either of the movements you mentioned. I use them for both at least twice a week and the plates cannot fall off.

Are PowerBlocks Made in USA?

The PowerBlock Elite dumbbells are one of the highest-rated and best-selling sets of all time. This is one of the last adjustable dumbbells sets to still be made in the USA, and PowerBlock uses only premium-quality materials.

Are Powerblocks sold in pairs?

Versatile Workouts: Sold as a Pair. Adjustable weights range from 5-50 pounds per hand. … Two Expansion Kits available to increase weight range from 50 to 70 pounds per hand and 70 to 90 pounds per hand. Increments: 2.5 (adder weight), 5, 7.5, 10,15, 17.5, 20 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5, 50 lbs.