Anyone used one of these?

[Mindset26]

I've been looking for reviews on these Powertec
and Bodysolid machines and can't find anything except
on Epinions.com.
I know many here just use a barbell and rack
and I do too. Are they stable and do they allow for
a full range of movement,etc...
I've been thinking of getting one.
Thanks for any input.

 

[mike456]

I have never used one, but I can tell you this, no machine is as good as freeweights

 

[Dale Mabry]

How much are you paying for it?

It is a decent machine, but I am pretty much against getting a machine save for the keiser cable machine because a machine takes up so much space and typically only serves one function.

 

[Mindset26]

It's 699$ Canadian for the Bodysolid one.
It can use either standard or olympic plates
on it. The Powertec one is less money but
you have to buy olympic plates to put on it.
I'm just brainstorming a good all around squat
system for an area I have.
1. Squat rack, and an olympic bar with more plates.( 600$ with weights)
2. Hip sled for leg presses and squat. (expensive)
3. The machine i mentioned above ( already have
the plates for it...600$ or so)
4. Angled smith machine ( idea scrapped)
I have the room for it and just want to get something good to
complete my home gym.

 

[zl214]

i think everybody here is going to tell you get the squating rack.

 

[Witchblade]

i think everybody here is going to tell you get the squating rack.

Get the squat rack.











Now.

 

[Dale Mabry]

He is already getting a squat rack, he wants this in addition. Seems like overkill to me.

 

[mike456]

He is already getting a squat rack, he wants this in addition. Seems like overkill to me.

were did he say that he said he is deciding wich one to get:
1. Rack with weights
2-5. all that other bs

 

[CowPimp]

He is already getting a squat rack, he wants this in addition. Seems like overkill to me.

I agree. If you get a rack, then you have more than enough options for squatting movements.

 

[Dale Mabry]

were did he say that he said he is deciding wich one to get:
1. Rack with weights
2-5. all that other bs

Oh, now I see...

Get the squat rack with an adjustable bench, it is much more versatile.

 

[fUnc17]

I have one similar to it in my basement, never use it

 

[goandykid]

Gym membership