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Body-Solid S2CC Cable Column | Ideal Fit in any Home Gym Setting

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The Body-Solid S2CC Cable Column combines the power and durability of Body-Solid’s Series II commercial line with a virtually unlimited range of exercise possibilities. In addition, the S2CC’s compact footprint and simple adjustments make it an ideal fit in any home workout space or commercial gym setting.

Moreover, the S2CC features a fully-covered, sleek shroud offering both aesthetic and safety benefits. Featuring commercial-grade cables and construction, the S2CC withstands even the most strenuous workouts without compromising effectiveness. The weight stack is available in three sizes: 160, 210, and 310 lbs.

Equipped with 36 different pulley starting positions, the Body-Solid S2CC allows users to perform any number of high-pulley, mid-pulley, or low-pulley exercises, including rows, crunches, wood chops, biceps curls, and more. In addition, the adjustable pulley swivels 180 degrees, increasing both the range and variety of exercise options.

In addition, the Body-Solid S2CC  includes a nylon cable handle, a low row bar, and an ankle cuff. Attach additional handles to the S2CC and open up a whole new world of movements. The S2CC combines efficient space-saving design, user-friendly ergonomics, and adjustability and precision-fitted components into one of the market’s most compact and versatile machines.

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Body-Solid G3S Home Gym | Powered by a 160 lb Alloy Weight Stack

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The Body-Solid G3S Home Gym features advanced engineering that has resulted in exceptional range of motion and full adjustability for any size user. In addition, the multi-grip press arm system delivers deep and effective muscle interaction for chest, incline, and shoulder press movements.

There’s no need to sit on the floor to perform rowing exercises with the G3S. The Seated Row / Low Pulley Station is essential for well-developed backs. Seated row exercises build depth in the middle back and train the hard-to-reach lower lats. The low pulley swivels smoothly and fully to provide accurate resistance for cable curls, upright rows, shrugs, leg abduction, leg adduction, and much more.

Switch between high, mid, and low pulley exercises quickly and easily with the G3S no cable change design. In addition, you’ll be able to perform lat pulldowns, triceps press downs, biceps curls, resistance abdominal crunches, and dozens of more exercises with the included cable attachments.

When you’re ready to build muscular legs and stronger knee joints, the Leg Extension / Leg Curl Station is prepared to help you meet your goals. The biomechanically accurate pivot point ensures natural and complete hamstring and leg biceps development ergonomically correct body positioning. Then, add the optional Leg Press / Calf Press station with up to 420 lbs of resistance.

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Marcy Pro Smith Machine SM-4903 | Perfect for any Home Gym

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The Marcy Pro Smith Machine SM-4903 is jam-packed with exercises that help you maintain and achieve a toned and fit physique. It combines a smith machine with precision linear bearings, an Olympic weight rack, dip station, and a cable routed pulley system in one attractive and compact design.

Use the Marcy Pro Smith Machine SM-4903 to safely do smith machine squats and other power racks / squat rack exercises. Add resistance bands to amp up your workout and improve your form. The upper and lower dual cable crossovers utilize two pulley systems, allowing you to balance your training correctly.

The pull-up bar and dip station allow you to use your body weight to work out your upper body. The adjustable bench with the smith machine is for chest presses and various bench pressing degrees. You can also pull the bench away from the Smith Machine / Rack and use free weights to target even more muscle groups.

The Marcy Pro Smith Machine SM-4903 not only looks sleek, professional, and sophisticated, but it makes your body look the same. With a heavy-duty steel construction and a durable powder-coated finish, this bad boy can hold up to 600 lbs. It’s perfect for your basement, garage, or workout area in your house.

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YOSUDA YBM-1 UnderDesk Bike | Ideal for Physical Therapy & Relaxation

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The portable YOSUDA YBM-1 UnderDesk Bike helps exercise your arms and legs in a forward or reverse motion. It is excellent for increasing blood circulation, reducing joint pain, improving body muscular endurance, and losing weight. This bike takes up little space. It’s perfect for small apartments, dorm rooms, or the office.

Use the tension knob to adjust and control the intensity of your workout to fit your specific needs. This superb mini exercise bike is ideal for physical therapy, relaxation, bodybuilding, aerobic exercise, etc.  In addition, the YBM-1 exercise bike comes with a portable handle that makes it easy to carry and store anytime, anywhere.

The YOSUDA YBM-1 underdesk bike features an easy-to-read fitness monitor that shows your time, speed, distance, and calories burned to keep you motivated as you cycle. Or choose the scan function to cycle through all of the workout variables.

The YBM-1 exercise bike is an excellent gift to your health. It’s perfect for arm and leg exercise, improving blood circulation, and activating muscles. The YBM-1 is a simple but effective way to keep fit while sitting for people who do not have regular time to work out.  It is not only for white-collar office people but also for the elderly or those needing recovery training.

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REP Fitness PR-1000 Power Rack | Take Your Workouts to the Next Level

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REP Fitness produces excellent fitness equipment for homes at an affordable price. For example, the REP Fitness PR-1000 Power Rack model integrates two pull-up bars (1.25-inch standard and 2-inch fat-grip) with a 400-pound weight capacity. The PR-1000 is an excellent centerpiece for your home or garage gym.

The PR-1000 is constructed with 2″ x 2″ 14-gauge steel and weighs 144 lbs, and supports 700 lbs of weight on the included j-cups. Also, its total dimensions are 83″ H x 48″ W x 48″ D (58″ W at the rear bottom brace and 26″ depth inside to inside, and 44″ wide inside to inside). The PR-1000 comes with weight horns to store plates and stabilize the rack, so there is no need to bolt it down.

Optional equipment for the REP Fitness PR-1000 Power Rack includes extra weight storage, dip attachment, and the lat pulldown and low row attachment. In particular, the lat pulldown and low row attachment bring a lot of versatility and exercise variations to the PR-1000.

The optional weight storage extension allows you to store 1000 lbs of plates and two barbells without taking up much additional space. The optional dip bars attachment is easy to install and adjust and has a 400 lb weight capacity.

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Marcy Pro Deluxe Cage System PM-5108 | All-in-One Strength Training

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Perform an effective full-body workout and be in the best shape of your life with the Marcy Pro Deluxe Cage System PM-5108! Build the body of your dreams and stay fit and healthy right in the comfort of your home. The PM-5108 has a maximum user weight of 300 lbs and holds 300 lbs of weight on the bar catch, 100 lbs on the leg developer, and 100 lbs on the sliding weight post.

Made from sturdy oversized 14-gauge powder-coated steel, this PM-5108 all-in-one cage system effectively resists scratches and chipping that may result from heavy use. It’s improved with a guided weight trolley and adjustable contoured foam roller pads for additional comfort during workout sessions.

This Marcy Pro Deluxe Cage System comes equipped with a high pulley lat tower, a low pulley station, and a removable bench for a convenient workout system that allows you to perform basic to intense exercise routines. In addition, its cage is also utilized as a squat rack, enabling you to execute leg workouts comfortably.

It comes with a multi-position seat pad that can adjust into three positions: inclined, flat, and decline to give you the advantage of performing chest press exercises. It also comes with an adjustable bar and safety catches suitable for weightlifting for 6- and 7-foot Olympic barbells. Unfortunately, the barbell and weights do not come with the cage system.

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