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cpa55 · 02-29-2004, 10:06 AM

I work out in my home. I have the opportunity to purchase a new Body Solid hack squat machine for $699. This is the last one they have. My question is, is it worth it? Is this a good machine for leg workouts or would I be better off spending my money on something else. I have a squat rack and I do squats as a part of my workout. Really appreciate any opinions.

David

supertech · 02-29-2004, 10:10 AM

Personaly I would not buy it,There alot of other leg exercises that you can do,like lunges and step ups,and all you need for those are some DB's

ST240 · 02-29-2004, 09:35 PM

take that 7 bill and go buy a member ship at a good gym along with a shitload of supplements

QuestionGuy · 02-29-2004, 10:20 PM

i know huh, wtf do people buy that shit for when they have all the weights and machines at the local gym for like 20 bux a month, i think thats dumb

165r · 03-01-2004, 05:11 PM

those things usually turn into coat racks. You are paying for more than just the use of weights at a gym. The environment is a killer on the psyche. You can't get that in your basement/

instant · 03-01-2004, 05:39 PM

yeah the bitches at the gym make you lift a lot more than you can in your garage.

JerseyDevil · 03-01-2004, 05:57 PM

Gee cpa, guess everything thinks this would be a waste of $699.... including me. Truth be told, all you really need to build a massive pair of legs is squats, and you have the rack. Supertech's suggestion of doing lunges with DBs is perfect for cutting up those bulked up quads.

cpa55 · 03-01-2004, 08:07 PM

Mucho thanks for the input. My logic was that it is hard to max out on squats since I usually workout by myself. As far as joining a gym, the closest is about 30 minutes away and closes at 9:00pm. I have a 4 year old so I try to spend time with him after work til his bedtime, so that wouldn't leave enough time to workout at the gym. (I belonged to the gym for a few years before he was born). As far as the "bitches" go, I couldn't bring them home (beautiful, younger wife at home) so that is not alot of motivation.
I was thinking that the hack squat would allow me to use heaver weight plus it is good for calf exercises. I really do appreciate your input and if anyone has any reasons why I should buy it, let me know.

Thanks again!
David

Av8tor · 03-02-2004, 12:21 AM

Honestly Dave, if you think you will use it over a prolonged period it might be a good investment. I for one love working out at home. I get extra time with my wife and son and I can work out whenever the mood strikes me. I've belonged to many gyms in the past and have never been as motivated and made as much progress as I have since I built my own home gym (Plus the old ladies at the gym hate Metallica cranking in the background). Every time I want to purchase a new piece of equipment, I start putting $65 a month a side for it (That's what it would cost me at the YMCA down the road). When the money is saved, I buy it. I'm actually about to buy a Leg sled/hack squat myself. I currently do squats religiously, and will continue to do so, but would love to be able to pile on the weight and not have to worry about a spotter. At $699, you'll have your new leg press paid off in a year or less. Not a bad ivestment in my mind. Most fitness stores have same as cash for 12-24 months on large purchases, so you can use their money for a year or two. Good Luck!

02-29-2004, 10:06 AM	#1
cpa55 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: alabama Posts: 50	Need your opinion fast I work out in my home. I have the opportunity to purchase a new Body Solid hack squat machine for $699. This is the last one they have. My question is, is it worth it? Is this a good machine for leg workouts or would I be better off spending my money on something else. I have a squat rack and I do squats as a part of my workout. Really appreciate any opinions. David

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165r COUP COUNTER Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: nj Posts: 69	those things usually turn into coat racks. You are paying for more than just the use of weights at a gym. The environment is a killer on the psyche. You can't get that in your basement/
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02-29-2004, 10:10 AM	#2
supertech American BadAss Elite Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 1,968	Personaly I would not buy it,There alot of other leg exercises that you can do,like lunges and step ups,and all you need for those are some DB's

02-29-2004, 09:35 PM	#3
ST240 ...And justice for all. Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada Posts: 1,390	take that 7 bill and go buy a member ship at a good gym along with a shitload of supplements

02-29-2004, 10:20 PM	#4
QuestionGuy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 2,177	i know huh, wtf do people buy that shit for when they have all the weights and machines at the local gym for like 20 bux a month, i think thats dumb

03-01-2004, 05:57 PM	#7
JerseyDevil GO Buckeyes! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Southern, NJ Posts: 5,180	Gee cpa, guess everything thinks this would be a waste of $699.... including me. Truth be told, all you really need to build a massive pair of legs is squats, and you have the rack. Supertech's suggestion of doing lunges with DBs is perfect for cutting up those bulked up quads.

03-01-2004, 08:07 PM	#8
cpa55 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: alabama Posts: 50	Mucho thanks for the input. My logic was that it is hard to max out on squats since I usually workout by myself. As far as joining a gym, the closest is about 30 minutes away and closes at 9:00pm. I have a 4 year old so I try to spend time with him after work til his bedtime, so that wouldn't leave enough time to workout at the gym. (I belonged to the gym for a few years before he was born). As far as the "bitches" go, I couldn't bring them home (beautiful, younger wife at home) so that is not alot of motivation. I was thinking that the hack squat would allow me to use heaver weight plus it is good for calf exercises. I really do appreciate your input and if anyone has any reasons why I should buy it, let me know. Thanks again! David

03-02-2004, 12:21 AM	#9
Av8tor Member Elite Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 161 Photos: 2	Honestly Dave, if you think you will use it over a prolonged period it might be a good investment. I for one love working out at home. I get extra time with my wife and son and I can work out whenever the mood strikes me. I've belonged to many gyms in the past and have never been as motivated and made as much progress as I have since I built my own home gym (Plus the old ladies at the gym hate Metallica cranking in the background). Every time I want to purchase a new piece of equipment, I start putting $65 a month a side for it (That's what it would cost me at the YMCA down the road). When the money is saved, I buy it. I'm actually about to buy a Leg sled/hack squat myself. I currently do squats religiously, and will continue to do so, but would love to be able to pile on the weight and not have to worry about a spotter. At $699, you'll have your new leg press paid off in a year or less. Not a bad ivestment in my mind. Most fitness stores have same as cash for 12-24 months on large purchases, so you can use their money for a year or two. Good Luck!