Fitness rack selection guide

Anyone who can lift dumbbells, bench press, and do other weight training can consider owning a fitness rack (weight training rack) so that they can build enviable muscle at home while avoiding long hours in crowded places. In a confined space, reduce the risk of contracting infectious diseases such as new coronary pneumonia. Having said that, in response to the booming fitness trend in recent years, related equipment on the market is constantly being introduced, and the price, size, and weight resistance of each model are not the same. In addition, it is difficult to return or exchange large equipment, which inevitably makes people feel hesitant.

In order to solve such troubles, this article will explain how to choose a fitness frame, smoothly find a fitness assistant that suits the home environment, and move towards a healthy and confident life every day.

First, what is meant by a "fitness rack" will be explained. This equipment is usually set up in the free weight training area of the gym, and it will be used with dumbbells and other supplies. The biggest advantage of the home-type fitness frame is that it can perform high-speed exercises at home through squats, deadlifts, and bench presses known as Big 3 intensity muscle training. In addition, it can also be applied to parallel bar bending arm support, pull-ups, and other movements that can effectively use the muscles of the whole body. Because this kind of fitness equipment is very popular in general gyms, it often takes a long time to wait, and it is difficult to use it freely. help.

1. Choose the equipment size suitable for the number of square meters in your home

The fitness rack is larger than a simple dumbbell and bench press rack, and due to the combination of bars and various brackets, the actual volume after setup may take up more space than the photo, so be sure to carefully confirm the size before purchasing. On the other hand, if the arrangement is completely according to the length, width and height of the product, it may be found that the space is too small and it is difficult to install. Therefore, when estimating the size, it is recommended to add about 2cm to the size of each side of the frame to be safe; and the height must not be neglected, especially in rooms with low ceilings, you must not forget to reserve 2cm, so as not to be unable to perform pull-ups, etc. action.

2. Choose full frame or half frame according to usage and space

Gym racks can be roughly divided into "full-frame" with a shape similar to a cage, and relatively small "half-frame", both of which have different purposes and space. If you want to save space and exercise seriously in an environment without oppression, you can consider buying a half-frame type. This type of equipment has fewer columns, and the oppression it gives people is also reduced; but because it is not surrounded by Therefore, the safety is a bit insufficient. It can be seen that it is still recommended to choose a full-frame product if the storage space permits. In addition, if even the semi-frame type feels too bulky, there is also a "standing" product for reference. It is slightly different from the above two. You can only use various supports to exercise. Although you can’t do too many items, basic types such as squats are not a problem. It is very suitable for those who want to do training but want to reserve living space people.

3. The weight resistance should be above 200kg

When performing squats or deadlifts, a certain amount of weight will be carried, so the gym rack must have sufficient durability. For general heavy training, you should choose equipment with a load resistance of more than 200kg. Even for deadlifts or squats that often increase weight, few people can exceed 200kg, so the standard should be sufficient. If you expect to use more than 200kg, you can choose equipment with a weight resistance of 250kg or 300kg, but the price of such products is usually relatively high, so don't forget to carefully evaluate your needs before purchasing.

4. Recommended combination products with excellent cost performance

Compared with equipment such as bench press racks, the price of fitness racks is mostly high, and there are even products worth a lot; although you can also find options for less than one or two thousand yuan, if you buy too cheap discounted products, you may be afraid. Will affect durability and safety, and may cause accidental injury. Therefore, while considering the price, we must not forget whether it is enough for people to use comfortably. In addition, after purchasing a fitness frame, it does not mean that you can start exercising immediately. Unless you already have a flat chair, long poles or bars, you still need to purchase them separately. If you take a flat chair plus a 100kg fitness frame and bar combination as an example, it will cost more than 2,000 yuan.

On the other hand, some home fitness equipment, like fitness racks comes with a full set of equipment, and the combined price may be more cost-effective than buying separately. Compared with the usual monthly fee of hundreds of yuan in the gym, it can save a lot of money in one year. Time spent traveling to and from the gym and transportation costs. Combining various advantages, as long as there is enough space in the home, you may wish to directly invest in a set of fully equipped home fitness equipment.