Thread: Help buying a Back machine for the home gym

I like either option 2 or 3. Check out craigslist too.

Thanks for the response Dub. Yeah I've been keeping my eye on Craigslist too. A lot of people don't seem to have isolated lat machines or seated rows for some reason. Always a part of some ridiculously big all-in-one gym

Actually looking at the two lat pull-downs I posted, I don't know how strong those cables look. Kinda flimsy. That's one problem with buying exercise equipment online.

Originally Posted by Goodfella9783

That's one problem with buying exercise equipment online.

Yeah and what you are looking for would probably be 700$ at a fitness store. I would just check craigslist every night. That is what I do. Get creative with what you have. Check out ExRx (Exercise Prescription) on the Net for some new ideas on back exercises.

option 2-3 look like they are cheap shitty and will not hold up years of wear and tear or being strong enough to withstand heavier weight.

Originally Posted by P-funk

option 2-3 look like they are cheap shitty and will not hold up years of wear and tear or being strong enough to withstand heavier weight.

Yeah I was thinking that too. Sucks that the high quality versions of pull down stations are like gym quality and run for about 1500 to 2000. Definately gotta go used.

why dont u just do pullups?

btw u can make one

Originally Posted by danny81

why dont u just do pullups?

I do. The machine would be in addition to a pull-up/dip station.

Another option would be to row with heavy dumbbells ($0.60 per pound)

1 100 pound dumbbell should probably be about $60

It would be cheaper and save space

Originally Posted by Goodfella9783

I do. The machine would be in addition to a pull-up/dip station.

He doesn't read very well.