# Compact Disc Dumbbells Up+ Weights Make Use of Electronic Waste By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-10-05 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/up-weights References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/10/04/pump-up-the-jam/) Once you've ripped all of your albums to your computer, the original [compact discs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cd-player-concept) become little more than untouched relics from a slightly simpler time. Up+ Weights recommend a new purpose for these castoff storage devices, providing a way for their physical specs to be exploited, rather than their digital ones. Designer Seung-il Kim conceived a dumbbell with [lightweight recycling plastic containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-up-side-tables) on each end that can open for the insertion of CD-ROMs. With each one weighing about 0.15 grams, the object can reach a maximum of 2.2 kilograms. Ideal for [slight women who prefer to exercise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microload-gtights) with a focus on repetitions rather than poundage, the Health Green Up+ Weights are also remarkably light on the environment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Reuse of Electronic Waste:** Opportunity for businesses to repurpose electronic waste for innovative products like Up+ Weights. - **Sustainable Fitness Equipment:** Growing trend of eco-friendly fitness equipment like the Health Green Up+ Weights. - **Minimalist Workout Accessories:** Emerging trend of compact and lightweight workout accessories like the compact disc dumbbells. ### Where This Applies - **Fitness Equipment Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore the production of sustainable fitness equipment like the Health Green Up+ Weights. - **Electronic Waste Recycling:** Opportunity for recycling companies to repurpose electronic waste into innovative products such as the Up+ Weights. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Businesses in the eco-friendly products industry can capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable workout accessories like the compact disc dumbbells. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Versatile Stacked Weights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lift-stackable.md) - [Aesthetic Dual-Purpose Weights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helix-weight.md) - [Upcycled CD Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-disc-chair.md) - [Luxury Dumbbells Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pent-x-swarovski.md) - [Stackable Modular Kettlebells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-kettlebell.md) - [Connected Adjustable Workout Weights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-adjustable-dumbbells.md) - [Adaptable Weight Training Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowflex-results-series-1090.md) - [Multi-Functional Compact Fitness Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-fitness-tool.md) - [Modular Weight Training System](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-weight-system.md)