Multi-Gym Buying Guide

Multi gyms are a very convenient, compact and safe way of exercising with weights. Weight training is an extremely effective method of strengthening not only muscles, but bones and joints as well.

Your Goals
Understanding and discussing each user’s goals will protect you from buying a unit that will not withstand the use of multiple family members or have the proper adjustability for a variety of user sizes.

Make Sure It Is Stable
A heavy-duty steel frame construction will provide a long-lasting, safe and stable machine. Machines built with strong welds are preferred.

Changing Exercises
Multi – gyms should be easy to use. They should not require any cable or pulley adjustments when moving from one exercise to another. In addition the weight stack should be adjustable with just the push /pull of a pin.

Operates Smoothly
The cables should be of aircraft quality with a 2000 lb test strength and coated in nylon, while the pulleys should have sealed ball bearings for durability and smoothness. Non-coated cables and pulleys with bushes do not last as long and are not as smooth to use.

Can Be Expanded To Accommodate More Exercises
Many of today’s gyms allow for an attachment for doing leg presses.

Space
Be sure to measure your space thoroughly. Multi- gyms can be very small, but can also grow to almost 10 feet wide by 10 feet deep.

Warranties
Most quality gyms carry a lifetime warranty on their frames. For other components, look for warranty coverage for at least 1 year on labour and parts.

Adjustments
Since most people are of different heights, the seat should adjust to ensure proper positioning and support for every exercise.

Comfort
The seat should be comfortable and supportive while exercising. The motion during the exercise should also be bio-mechanically correct. Better quality machines will allow for specific adjustments in different exercises. These ‘range of motion’ adjustments accommodate different levels of flexibility for the user.

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