My local YMCA's universal machine has weight plates that stick together...would this stuff be a good remedy?
477966
It depends on what is causing the plates to stick. If the cause is a build up of greasy gunk, clean it. If the cause is a poor machining job, file it. BUT, at this price, the easy way would be to try it and see.
305598
Not really. You aren't technically supposed to put your body weight on the actual bar, and even if you do, chin ups are going to be awkward because you're facing the wrong way. Taking the board off would be a hassle and kind of defeats the purpose of the item.
1177437
Absolutely. I do the ski and bicycle movements with buoyant dumbbells that help keep me afloat. You'll have to find what works for you. When I got them, I immediately took half of the weights out.
2100745
I use vinyl weights and it seems to work just fine...the threaded locks work as good as they do with steel weights. I have been using them for over a year and do not see any unusual wear on the inside of the vinyl weights either. Hope that helps.
1695129
That 's a great solution....if I never put it on Craig's list, I will try that. Thanks for the idea. Joe Pilates would be proud of you. Teehee and Aloha
253258
Sorry for the late response. I was out of town. You don't want anything too heavy or it will not balance well as the counter weights are not that heavy. Smaller quick re lease plates will do the trick or get one of those small tripod heads that is used for basic photography.
1846324
Not actually, you should be able to lower the weights down to where they would catch the floor. Also, slowly remove your knees from underneath the support pads.
1452971
yes if the collars are fastened tightly, although you may want to wrap some hockey or tennis racket tape in the smooth area if you are ONLY going to use the plastic coated weights.
791294
This is perfectly fine and safe for you to use. As long as the weight plates are 2 inches, you should be fine.
361924
Absolutely, but need a secure place to anchor it. I did not find a door to be stable enough. I use a Smith Machine that also stores weight plates as a solid base. Suspension training is wonderful. I think you will enjoy it.
798073
I had 35 on each bar and it was fine until I set it down. The bars bend very easily because they are cheap. If you don't slam your weights you should be ok. Would put them over your head though, look for a threaded handle for that.
1729643
well I put them on my little china plates,they are working wonderfully!different sizes of the discs will support many different weights,i would certainly give them a try as they are very reasonably priced
263136
This a hard one to answer. I'm 73 years old, and it has been a great addition to my daily gym visit. That being said, not everyone can deal with hanging upside down. I would try before I buy, and check with your doctor. I believe it has helped my back, hip, and knees. I only do 3 min at a time.
1254112
Yes on mounts because of the swivel design and maybe on lag bolts:It depends on your total weight divided by two and if your doing full body weight or partial suspension vs dynamic gymnastic routines. If it was me i would install/mount a 2x4 between rafter joist and replace lag bolts with same diameter machine bolt,lock washers and nut. This is a simple modification and it will be SOLID! If you decide to go with lag bolts I would always inspect prior to use.I like your idea and I may try it myself, good luck!
1252525
None it is just the gym .I might add that it is porly biult the slides for the smith rack a not desinged for hevey use. The bushings are square insted of round so thy dont slide on the gides freely. The way it is built the slides add resistance where it is not suppost to be .
1968978
Add or remove hoses. Move the weights around. For me moving it all would work buy would get it stuck in other areas.
961729
No. This machine is called a plate-loaded machine. You place the weights on the arms. I much prefer this to the machines with the weights built in (that is with a weight stack). So the weights you use on your barbells and other bars can be used on this as well.