Can you perform full range decline bench presses with the safety hooks sytem?
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That would certainly depend on the height of the bench you are using. There are six side bar positions you can choose from. I pulled out my measuring tape to help you out. (Note: These measurements are from the surface of the floor to the TOP part of the side bars (where your bar would actually make contact if dropped) The lowest possible bar resting position = 26.5 inches from the floor to the top of the bar. The next up = 28.5 inches. The next up = 30.5 inches. The next up = 32.5 inches. The next up = 34.5 inches. The highest possible position = 36.5 inches. Hope that helps! I had the same question before ordering it as well. I just took a chance; it works for me!
2013937
I don't believe it declines. There is no bar holder so it's not a typical bench press. Works best for dumbbell
234959
No it can't do decline bench or sit ups. It also won't go up any more than the photo which is strange as they just needed to add one more hole.
796557
They would not be stable enough to sustain your body weight and possible hurting yourself, with the proper bench you can work the lower pecs by performing a decline press. The towers are good for your standard military press, bench press ( either decline, flat and incline), and power squats.
1404024
Yes. I use it for personal training, therefore I use it as a swat rack and bench press.
260212
You can actually use the smith bar as a leg press if you lay on the bench. Probably not the safest way to use it but that's the way I use it! :)
895957
Yes easily low enough for decline bench press. I have short arms too and I use the 4th notch from the bottom. What notch you use also depends on the height of your bench. Mine is tall for a bench at 23". No regrets a great piece of equipment, I love it.
895961
No, even at the lowest point this rack isnt ideal for decline. No regrets whatsoever, I use it 3 times per week primarily for squats and regular benching. Its sturdy, strong and versatile.
1374586
Yes, the claim that "bench has only one decline position" is true. This model allows only for the vertical adjustment of the foot padding. The bench, itself, is welded at the top at ~ 45 degrees. There is not way to actually lower the bench itself. Enjoy.
1407209
You can use any clearance that you want, it depends on what you are using them for. I don't have enough clearance in my garage to do muscle ups but I use the rings for pushups and tricep dips. They are adjustable to any height. I could take them outside and use them for muscleups, I just have not tried that yet. For the price, the quality of the rings and the latches and the belts are all excellent!!
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They extend a foot or so and are easy to adjust quickly once you get the hang of it. I put marks on my rack so I could remember which holes correspond to which lifts.In terms of bailing on a rep they work great for bench press. For squats, however, I'm always a little nervous that I'm going to miss them if/when I have to bail on a failed rep. I haven't missed yet, but I recommend practicing your bail with an empty bar to make sure you're properly lined up over the safeties.
104885
No I can bench the whole stack. I'm doing 45 reps with the entire stack now. I wish I bought a machine with more weight. I'm 5' 7" and 40 years old.
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Yes when it came down to using them I had to drop down a little in weight do to my body activating different muscles I've haven't really used for stability, bench pressing with them are must!! Over all they've worked very well with any type of bars but I've have best success with barbells and dumbbells. The Gripz are made from pretty durable rubber. I won't recommend using during deadlifts. Also when it came to using easy-curl bars it's a awkward grip I'm not to comfortable with. I personally have not used anything else for forearm strengthening. But I can recommend the manta ray for helping out squats and lunges. Hopes this May help out. Yes when it came down to using them I had to drop down a little in weight do to my body activating different muscles I've haven't really used for stability, bench pressing with them are must!! Over all they've worked very well with any type of bars but I've have best success with barbells and dumbbells. The Gripz are made from pretty durable rubber. I won't recommend using during deadlifts. Also when it came to using easy-curl bars it's a awkward grip I'm not to comfortable with. I personally have not used anything else for forearm strengthening. But I can recommend the manta ray for... » Read More Yes when it came down to using them I had to drop down a little in weight do to my body activating different muscles I've haven't really used for stability, bench pressing with them are must!! Over all they've worked very well with any type of bars but I've have best success with barbells and dumbbells. The Gripz are made from pretty durable rubber. I won't recommend using during deadlifts. Also when it came to using easy-curl bars it's a awkward grip I'm not to comfortable with. I personally have not used anything else for forearm strengthening. But I can recommend the manta ray for helping out squats and lunges. Hopes this May help out. « Show Less
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yes should clear with 25lb but nothing more. based on my experience it is better to simply press dumbbells off the floor. Otherwise, do unilateral dumbbell presses. this will free up both hands to set up and no spotter or hooks needed. Likewise, both hands are free to lower weight. honestly, my "power hooks" collect dust and never use. In my opinion the hooks are unsafe unless going very, very light and nowhere near failure. In this case no need for hooks anyway. Fabulous idea but simply does not work if really pushing hard.
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yes u can use it for that, as long as u don't go over the wt limit (u + lifting wt) the bench has a 400-450 limit
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The more important question is the lenght of your bar. I would suggest a 7 footer wether standard or olympic size. The longer your bar, the more you can adjust the posts to open up and this will give you more elbow room. A 6 foot bar may also work but it could be awkward that you would be concerned your elbows rubbing against the horizontal bars of the side posts. A longer bar would also give you room to adjust your weight plates so they won't hit the catch hooks when racking the bar back in place. Now in regards to the safety bar, this would depend on the height of your bench plus the size of your chest. The exact height of the first hole for the safety bar is 26 and 1/4 inch. (This is the lowest the safety bar would go). So the height of your bench plus your chest should be at around 26 inches or just a little less to give you full range when lowering the barbell and a little clearance between your chest and barbell when you need to use the safety bars.
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Never tried. You'd have to do them from the back and lift it over the lip keeping the bar in place. You might not be able to stand directly under the bar because of the crossbar at the bottom of the bench. I think it would work