What is the best all around home gym?

[godeep]

I was limited on space and got the Powertec Workbench, I used it a lot when getting back into the schedule and still use it periodically when I don't have time to go to the gym

Bench, incline, leg curls, extensions, cable for lats and pull downs, low rows and even squats. Very satisfied with the equipment.

[Thespritz0]

All you really need, why spend more than $399??

[DroppingPlates]

All you really need, why spend more than $399??

How would you perform DB curls when the stands are so close to the bench, or can they be adjusted in distance?

[_bruce_]

All you really need, why spend more than $399??

Looks great, slightly too sterile/futuristic - maybe some urine on the seat might up the appeal.

[DroppingPlates]

Looks great, slightly too sterile/futuristic - maybe some urine on the seat might up the appeal.

Or place it in the Metroflex gym for a few days..

[Thespritz0]

How would you perform DB curls when the stands are so close to the bench, or can they be adjusted in distance?

The seat slides forward, and then you can do incline curls, various shoulder presses, etc...  You can even fold the seat and seat-back flat to do one-arm back rows.
COOL thing is this comes with adjustable d-bells, so PROGRESSIVE loads can be applied without stopping to change plates!!!
Hit your workout hard, then get in the shower- no wasted time!!  FREE SHIPPING TOO!!!!   www.weiderfitness.com  go to "weight benches" category near top...

[che]

I was limited on space and got the Powertec Workbench, I used it a lot when getting back into the schedule and still use it periodically when I don't have time to go to the gym

Bench, incline, leg curls, extensions, cable for lats and pull downs, low rows and even squats. Very satisfied with the equipment.

I have the same machine I only use it for flat bench ,incline ,shoulders , donkey calf raises and shrugs, it works great .

[DroppingPlates]

The seat slides forward, and then you can do incline curls, various shoulder presses, etc...  You can even fold the seat and seat-back flat to do one-arm back rows.
COOL thing is this comes with adjustable d-bells, so PROGRESSIVE loads can be applied without stopping to change plates!!!
Hit your workout hard, then get in the shower- no wasted time!!  FREE SHIPPING TOO!!!!   www.weiderfitness.com  go to "weight benches" category near top...

I only read in the specs that the seat is adjustable/removable, not that it can "slide" (like a car seat). However, I also read that the stance can be adjusted in width. I hope it's enough to perform things like curls and lateral raises, but I would prefer a separate stance. I've never tried adjustable DB's like those, but I hope they are solid enough to drop them a few inches (in the heat of the moment after a heavy set)

http://www.weiderfitness.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_-1_14801_17102_48004_82603

[Tito24]

whats wrong with old skool pushups?

[DroppingPlates]

whats wrong with old skool pushups?

You need a schmoe on your back to adjust the weight 

[Tito24]

i just throw my dick at my back

[DroppingPlates]

LOL, you bossa 

[LurkerNoMore]

There is one setup, I believe it is called Profusion or Proform or something like that.  Basically a power cage with a twist as the barbell is attached with a cable at each ends and it is self spotting.  Basically you grab the bar and it activates it as "GO" when you are finished, you simply let go of the bar and it locks in place immediately.  Unlike a smith machine that is locked into a path of movement you can lift and swing this bar all over the place like you would do a regular barbell.

[LurkerNoMore]

there is a video of it here

http://gymstogo.com/home-fitness-equipment/home-gyms/prospot-fitness/hg6-gym-bench-included/

[The True Adonis]

I train solely at home and have a good deal of equipment.

I have Squat Rack, Bench Press, Incline Bench and a Free Standing Bench for Dumbbells. 600 lbs free weights,  Olympic Bar, EZ Curl Bar, Triceps Bar, Another EZ- Curl bar with wide grip attachment, Dumbbells that go from 10 to 150. I also have a Pull Up Bar and Dip Station.  There is nothing else I really need.  I could easily have cables as all you need to do is buy two large pulleys and aircraft cable from Lowes, but I really don`t need them and have not bothered with it.  This is more than enough.

[el numero uno]

I train solely at home and have a good deal of equipment.

I have Squat Rack, Bench Press, Incline Bench and a Free Standing Bench for Dumbbells. 600 lbs free weights,  Olympic Bar, EZ Curl Bar, Triceps Bar, Another EZ- Curl bar with wide grip attachment, Dumbbells that go from 10 to 150. I also have a Pull Up Bar and Dip Station.  There is nothing else I really need.  I could easily have cables as all you need to do is buy two large pulleys and aircraft cable from Lowes, but I really don`t need them and have not bothered with it.  This is more than enough.

sounds great, pics?

[DroppingPlates]

yeah this is perfet for squats.

Yeah, for pistol squats 

[Thespritz0]

yeah this is perfet for squats.

^^
We're GetBiggers, we DO NOT train legs, remember???

[The True Adonis]

indeed, that is indeed more than enough for you.

is your triceps bar collecting dust and spiderwebs?im asking because you have no triceps.

No its not as I use it often.  I am a Lifetime Natural and am certainly not under any delusions of being much over 160-170 lbs and very lean.  I don`t concern myself at all with measurements and have no intention of comparing to anyone other than myself.  If I can beat whatever my previous best in size and conditioning, than I consider it a success.  I`d be happy with a 1-3 lb gain in muscle, but It most likely won`t happen at this point.  I am 100 percent fine with that.

[The True Adonis]

sounds great, pics?

Not interested in taking any really.

[The True Adonis]

wow, its nice to see you came down to earth since comparing yourself to nobody less than ron coleman

just yanking you chain man

I still train very hard, in fact, two days ago I had a slight scare after doing Chest and Back.  I actually lowered the weight on both muscle groups and focused on slower, more rigid form.  It was difficult and I got through it all right, but after my shower, I felt incredibly dizzy and had really bad vertigo.  This had never happened before and it was awful.  I must have been straining too hard and not breathing as I should have been.  I even felt a a slight pressure in the back of my head and increased heart rate for a little while.  The vertigo has now faded and I feel absolutely fine now, but am wondering if I should train today or not. 

Surely this must happen to powerlifters and such.  Its just amusing to me that it happened after lowering the weight and trying to focus on rigid form. 

[Thespritz0]

ok, but where is the weights?is it those square things looking like a chic teacan?

if thats all the weight, this is basicaly an overpriced sunbathing chair.

lol, pistolsquats

^^
Dude, each adjustable dumb-bell goes up to 100lb, enough for MOST on here.  I use more for one-arm back rows, but I have separate "heavies" for that.

[Thespritz0]

For those who want to do leg extensions/squats there is this at $119 + $45 shipping

[DroppingPlates]

For those who want to do leg extensions/squats there is this at $119 + $45 shipping

Is this a Barbie and Ken accessoire?

[Team Diver]

For home, working out alone, I'd only buy some combined equipment with a smith machine. For security reasons.