Main image: Technogym Kinesis stations. Far left: FreeMotion’s Dual Cable Cross functional trainer, a swivel pulley system
RESISTANCE EQUIPMENT TRADITIONAL WEIGHT STACKS
Single or multi-station strength machines that target specific muscle groups via a specific action or action/s and range/s of motion. The resistance load comes from a stack of weights, where the appropriate load can be selected by the user.
This is an area where saving space is currently at the forefront. New launches include: PRECOR’s fi ve new dual-function machines, launched in April 2011, which extend its space-saving Experience Strength S-line range. The new additions comprise a multi-press, bicep curl/tricep extension, pulldown/seated row, leg extension/leg curl and abdominal/back extension. The range now consists of 10 single-station and eight dual-function
S-line:
Precor’s dual- function leg extension/ leg curl
machines. Ease of use was top of mind when designing the dual machines: the user can make adjustments and perform exercises while seated on the machine. Thanks to smaller weight increments, all the machines – including the original 13 stations – are also ideal for special population groups such as older clients. The G7 Strength Series from
MATRIX FITNESS which, as of last year, now comprises 19 single-station resistance machines that target specifi c muscle groups. Seats can be adjusted to suit the user’s body type, and the amount of weight required is selected using a simple pin and incremental weight system. Although aimed at all abilities, the Matrix G7 range is designed to be less intimidating than other standard equipment, especially for the deconditioned or new gym user: the products feature low-level weight stacks to ensure the equipment has an overall reduced profi le, which also improves the line of vision across the gym facility. The Assist Dip/Chin from LIFE
FITNESS, launched last month in the Signature Selectorised range. This incorporates the biomechanical integrity of patented Iso-Lateral technology with the ease of selectorised weight stacks.
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Equipment in which the load varies throughout the range of movement, accommodating weaker points in the muscle’s range of movement so the muscle can be worked maximally throughout the full range.
Recent launches include: MYOTRUK, launched last year as part of Gen3 Kinematics’ MyoQuip range. It offers varying resistance levels, enabling the exerciser to operate comfortably and effectively in the region of biomechanical disadvantage – ie stages of the movement where the muscle can only support lower levels of resistance. X-FORCE, launched at IHRSA in
March this year following 10 years of development. A revolutionary 45-degree tilting weight stack, which tilts on the eccentric phase of the movement to add an extra 40 per cent to the load, thereby providing greater results in less time.
The horizontal pushing position of MyoTruk
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