The bench is not stable enough when unattached from the unit for heavy pressing so I just don’t use it at all. system already then about all it’s really adding to your arsenal is the low pulley (Spud’s low pulley is wonky). There is an excessive amount of hinges and joints on this bench, and it is quite wobbly because of this. The workbench features an adjustable seating area and back rest pads, so you can find the right fit for you. To provide some background on the reliability and quality track record of products from the company, it is worth knowing that PowerTec originated from a commercial gym background, so they have experience in tailoring their products to meet user needs.

I have yet to find a bench that works well with the Powertec because nothing can get close enough to the unit to get aligned under the pressing arms.Many people have noticed their suitability for home gyms too-because of course, they combine all potential home-gym fixtures (treadmills, cross-trainers, rowing machines, benches), into one machine- you save a lot of space, and you achieve the same goals.

The tower is very stable when using the high cable, and so long as weights are loaded on the storage pins the unit is equally stable when using the low cable.The Multipress allows the user to experience the same feel and range of motion of free-weights all with the safety of a machine.

Finally, the same issue with positioning under the bench handles will exist since this model also needs to be attached to the frame of the WorkBench. An adjustable knee roller pad keeps you locked to the floor and bench when performing lat pulldown variations. The Bowflex uses power rods instead of weight plates, and its standard resistance is 210lbs, upgradeable to 310lbs or 410lbs. TheLeverGym Advantage: Lever arms implemented within the design of this multi-gym drive the exercises, while the special weight plates are loaded directly onto the lever.Jennifer Christensen has written for many newspapers and magazines and has broadcast experience in television and radio.