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Questions tagged [exercise-equipment]

Any device that allows the execution of, or assists with specific exercises

Items of varying size and complexity that assist in one or more workouts.

Some Examples:

  • running shoes
  • bar bell & weights
  • treadmill
  • elliptical
  • jump rope
  • hand grips
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Squat racks and barbells on first floor of home gym: bad idea?

Is it a bad idea to have a home gym on the first floor of a house with a squat rack and barbell? Most home gyms with racks/barbells I have seen are in the basement or garage on concrete. My concern would be the occasional dropped deadlift or bailed…
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What interesting simulations/games exist with open APIs for integrating with exercise equipment?

This is a two-parter at cross purposes: I'm interested in converting some gym equipment I have lying around to act as input devices for my computer, and I'm looking for interesting applications. While I can easily generate keystrokes to control…
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How are elastic bands rated for resistance?

I'm using an elastic band labelled "60 kg". During the exercise, I stretch it from 100% length (where it offers no resistance at all) to maybe 200% length (which does not appear to be its stretch limit since I'm having a slow but steady progress…
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Does someone sell latex-free jump stretch/exercise looped bands?

I have searched extensively for all sorts of different name combinations for latex-free jump stretch/exercise bands. I see that there are Theraband-style light bands that are latex-free, but all of the more heavy-duty bands for stretching seem to be…
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Elliptical trainer for home use: Concerns about noise

My question is about how quiet an elliptical trainer is in use in a home setting. Background My wife and I jog irregularly but really enjoy it when we do get out. We find it tough in the winter in the UK because we both work full time and there are…
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What is this exercise called, and will it substitute for hip thrusts?

The gym added a new gadget: You lock your shins into it and stand up from “sitting down” holding weights. The weight room is packed and I’m supposed to do hip thrusts, and it seems like this makes up for a very similar movement but I don’t know for…
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Pros and Cons of the Tunturi R25 Magnetic Rowing Machine

I bought a new tunturi R25 rowing machine to replace one I had for years of the same make. The new one is a magnetic rower, while the old one is a piston. here is the new one. I got it and put it all together and I have three problems with it. One…
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Why is there no machine or exercise that adducts the arms to the torso (reverse deltoid raise)?

I might just be slow, but wouldn't this work the back and chest at the same time? Is there any particular reason why this type of exercise doesn't exist? Why're we neglecting an entire plane of motion?
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what is the name of this exercise machine nunes is using to exercise punches?

what is the name of this exercise machine nunes is using to exercise punches?
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Will leaving weight on my bar when I'm done damage it?

Sometimes, especially after I deadlift, the prospect of pulling the plates off the bar and carrying (rolling) them back to their place seems an unpleasant chore. I work out in my garage, so leaving the weight on the bar does not inconvenience…
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How effective are respiratory training devices

I just stumbled over the Elevation Training Mask, which strives to simulate high altitude training by restricting air flow. Now I'm wondering how much sense such a device would make. Some question that I'm asking myself: Is this device effective?…
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How are you supposed to adjust this type of reverse fly(?) machine?

The gym has the above contraption I use alternating with the crossover station for upper back isolation. I’m at a loss however how I should adjust the seat and chest support; when I set it so my thighs are parallel to the ground that was too low,…
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Is the wheel important in a sling trainer?

I'm considering getting myself a sling trainer, after I was able to try one at a gym. I found one major difference between cheap ones, and expensive ones (as the one on the gym), which is the wheel, which makes the string between the handles move…
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Do wee need to wear underwear while doing skipping exercise?

Do we need to wear underwear while doing skipping exercise and running?
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How can I simulate the LifeCircuit 12 rep set on a non-electronic workout machine?

I enjoyed the LifeCircuit computerized strength equipment, which apparently do not exist anymore. How can I simulate that 12 rep set that those machines featured on a typical non-computerized workout machine at say Planet Fitness. The LifeCircuit…
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