Choose Versatility in Your Home Gym

posted by FitnessTogether
November 14, 2009

hyperextension-benchWhen you are buying pieces of equipment for your home gym, it is important to choose items that take up as little space as possible. One of the best ways to do this is by selecting versatile pieces of equipment that can be employed for a variety of exercises and used to target multiple muscle groups.

Anyone who is going to be starting a weight training regimen needs a bench, but a normal flat bench limits the muscle groups you can target. In order to get a complete workout, you’ll need a bench that can offer both incline and decline positions as well, like a hyperextension bench. It has six adjustable angles so that you can isolate virtually any muscle group.

Weight Benches aren’t just for Bench Presses

posted by PartnersInFitness
November 8, 2009

Flat-Incline-Decline BenchWeight benches are perfect for in home use. There is so much that you can do with a weight bench other than lifting weights and bench presses.

But first, before you just go out and buy a weight bench, you must clearly define what your goals are. Do you want to loose weight, gain weight, boost aerobic capacity, or increase strength?

Once you have defined your goals, you should then map out your exercise routine. In doing so, you will have the knowledge necessary to make an informed decision as to what type of bench to purchase.

There are many different types of weight benches to choose from so it is important that you identify your objectives.

Build Upper Body Strength with a Flat Bench

posted by PartnersInFitness
October 29, 2009

Flat Bench

A flat bench is strong, safe, tough, and built for durability. It can be used for over a hundred different exercises and is biomechanically engineered to fit all-size users and to provide total comfort.

It is the foundation of strength training and is designed for heavy barbell/dumbbell workouts. A flat bench is especially good for upper body exercises targeting the arms, shoulders, and chest muscles.

Flat benches are great for those who require a simple and cost effective bench to work out on.