Powertec Levergym Hacks Part 5

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11 ай бұрын

This is the latest video in my Powertec Levergym Hack Series. In this video, I show my favorite exercises to perform on the Levergym and many of these exercises just so happen to be Levergym Hacks.
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@uglytv3417 11 ай бұрын

This is easily the best powertec levergym commercial I've ever seen. They should seriously pay you for these videos. In seriousness, this is an extremely valuable video for those of us considering a levergym and is also the best levergym content on KZfaq. Very well done.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

I really appreciate that. Thank you!

@bobcarter2299 Ай бұрын

You are Genius! I stumbled upon your channel and am I glad I did! I personally own an older model of PT lever bench for many years now similar to yours (but with older holes) however you gave me many great ideas and options and I've been training for many many decades! Thank you so much for your contributions! I now have subscribed to your channel!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews Ай бұрын

I really appreciate that. Thank you. If you haven’t seen them, I made Levergym Hacks 6 and 7 since this video.

@marywalton293 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for continuing to put out great content. Appreciate it!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@Stroke.survivor 11 ай бұрын

Great content as always I love my lever gym use it every day, I have now got some new exercises thanks for that💪

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Really good to hear you’re happy with it! Thanks so much!

@tedhammond4578 11 ай бұрын

Great stuff as always! I bought my Levergym after watching your videos.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

That is awesome to hear! Thank you!

@robcunningham54 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for your videos. Always looking for different ways to do things

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 5 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! If you haven’t seen it, I added Parts 6 and 7 to the series.

@Blitz88ITA 6 ай бұрын

im happy that you show also the leg press attachment , i have it in past but i sell it cause i use it like any other attachment, so was difficult to place and leave. This time i will use it like a stand alone leg press, always attach to his bench. Thk for showing that can be used with one leg at time!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 6 ай бұрын

Appreciate that. Thank you.

@andreadalex8893 11 ай бұрын

Great as always!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Greatly appreciated!

@thebodybeatdownDiTi 11 ай бұрын

Always good videos and information and HACKS..great stuff man..

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, BBD!

@Johnny-ru5sm 11 ай бұрын

I found your channel just in time... part 5 just dropped..i have the older version of this machine and my god have you gave me some great ideas...i always thought this was a special "multigym" piece of equipment and I'm glad to see I'm not alone, it's awesome

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Very good to hear and I’m glad you like the Levergym. Part 4 in the Series (although an older video) addresses some of the ways the older-style Levergyms can be hacked to match some of the newer model’s features.

@simmo1567 11 ай бұрын

Another awesome video!!!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@McNabb99 11 ай бұрын

Great video! I bought the hyperextension and the functional trainer from your links. Thanks for the content. Not sure why Powertec videos are lacking from other creators.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Super cool of you, thank you! I’ve had 4 back extension benches over the last 5 years and the Powertec Hyper Crunch is the only one I still have. Similarly, there are newer and fancier Functional Trainers, but with the modifications I’ve made, I don’t think I’ll ever sell the Streamline Functional Trainer because it fits me perfectly. Thanks again!

@ostertag0000 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for all these Levergym videos. I had the Multisystem for 4 years (I was very happy with it!), but unfortunately I developed a tumor on my knee, preventing me from being able to work my legs. So I sold the Multisystem to save space in my home gym, and I've just bought the Levergym. Your videos give me lots of ideas for trying out all kinds of exercises!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

Thank you. Very sorry to hear about the medical condition you experienced. Is everything good now? I hope the Levergym treats you well.

@JM-dq2bb 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@narenta4202 11 ай бұрын

Great video! Thx!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@williwurm6751 8 ай бұрын

I have trained in my young years and a lot. Then a stop for 25 years. Now I got the Levergym for starting again. Your Hacks are extremely helpful and I want to THANK YOU FOR THAT!!!!!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. I wish you success.

@johnpain8380 10 ай бұрын

Another great list full of good ideas there mate. Thanks for sharing. The pick of them for me was the cable wrist curl utilizing the center bar. Once again the lever gym proves itself a might versatile one stop machine. I love the thing so much for that. One hack I am enjoying is putting the machine at the pin setting on the front section the 3rd down from the top. From there I can hack a standing two arm lateral raise, starting with my arms vertical and simply lifting my elbows outwards and upwards with my nuckles of both hands being brought together as I raise. The exercise is similar to the seated commercial machines. If you get what I mean try that one. It is another great hack.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I was glad to add another video to the series. I see exactly what you’re talking about. I need to give that a try. Thank you!

@Ram3s 11 ай бұрын

Excellent !

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@randerodr7389 11 ай бұрын

Great video again. I don't this unit but after watching I'm considering one.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

I have a lot of videos featuring the Levergym if you want to see it in action more. I have an older video called, “The Powertec Levergym: The One Piece of Equipment I would Have If I Could Only Have One.” In that video I critique the machine, but also explain why I like it so much. Thanks so much!

@TheCarterHomeGym 11 ай бұрын

Great to see another addition to this series! These are all great exercises! I'm going to go visit my old Levergym tomorrow. I have visitation rights 😂

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Carter and lol! Hopefully the Levergym isn’t holding a grudge.

@TheCarterHomeGym 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews 😆😆😆

@Bro-siah 11 ай бұрын

Always happy to see a greyhound cameo 😊.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

lol! A completely unexpected cameo at that. I don’t think she liked that exercise because she immediately rolled out.

@jeff6899 11 ай бұрын

Been about 7 yrs since I have been thinking about this one particular fabulous pc...but I have 2 rooms already filled with gym equipment....so I would have to get rid of a couple pcs I like. So have already watched your other hacks over the yrs. About 18 yrs ago, I got an older Powertec Individual Lat Pulldown pc. I recently sold that to create some room-it was Good as new. They make highly functional, solid, cost effective equipment. Probably my fav of all the pcs I have. I am not as much a fan, but have many Body Solid pcs I bought maybe ~10 yrs ago. I STILL love their leg sled--very solid. I also have a very cool, old piece called "The Hammer" ! I need to repair it--but Never saw a Simple LEVER pc as effective as that !

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you and great to hear you are happy with Powertec and Body Solid. It sounds like you have a really nice set up.

@frankromero8184 11 ай бұрын

Great stuff! I like to keep my powertec bench further away from the lever gym too. Benching feels a lot better that way for me. I'm also using the squat bar with the levers at the lowest setting instead of the roller pads for lat pull downs. The angle just feels better and I'm getting a greater range of motion. I never thought of using the lower pulley for calve raises and forearm work. Going to try that. Great vid as always!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Awesome stuff! Thanks so much!

@NisAznMonk 9 ай бұрын

I don’t own a lever gym because of space, but I still enjoy watching your videos. Love it!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

Greatly appreciated!

@rexcolt7203 11 ай бұрын

nice like allways stay strong and healthy champ

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Appreciate it! You too!

@babygiantbarbell1014 11 ай бұрын

Great video HGHR! I don’t have a levergym, but I enjoy seeing what you come up with for it. Also, your quads must be ridiculously strong with how much you use those wedges😅

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Appreciate it, BGB! lol! I think they’re stronger than they look but definitely nowhere close to BGB strong.

@eddiebaby22 8 ай бұрын

This is such a great machine and excellently demonstrated here how to get even more from it. I have a mkII version of this machine and it's been with me for the past 7 years, unfortunately it’s in storage at the moment due to a house move, but I miss it so much and would not sell, even if the new ones are slightly more versatile again, but mine can still do practically as much. I’ve worked out in commercial gyms for over 30 years, and it matches everything you can get there for heavy-duty workouts. I’ve started using commercial gyms again at the moment, but they have their drawbacks. I'm looking for an ultra-compact gym now to use in my temporary accommodation but struggling to find anything good enough for the purpose. :(

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much and great to hear you’ve had success with a similar version of the Levergym.

@bdog98765 11 ай бұрын

Awesome

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@gb8814 11 ай бұрын

Outstanding stuff. Could you show how ti get in and out of the pendulum squat setup with the wedges.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! It’s an older video, but I show how in my Levergym Training Series, it’s called, “Powertec Levergym Calf, Hamstring, and Quadriceps Workout Part 3.” I also have a KZfaq Short covering it…I think that is called, “My Second Favorite Levergym Hack.”

@sonyaboyd4625 10 ай бұрын

What is the length on GymPin d handle bar used in the video? Thanks for the content; the videos are so helpful!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I am using the 20” Lite D Handle. I have a KZfaq Short Review comparing it to the Prime Fitness Short Bar if you want a little more detail on it. Code HGHR saves 10 percent if you get it.

@MBenson 11 ай бұрын

I now have one of these. I wish the arms were a bit longer and the handles could be adjusted up and down the arms. This seems simple enough to do.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

The Multipress Lever Arms are a little longer than the Levergym’s and I prefer pressing on the Multipress.

@guardianosolitario243 11 ай бұрын

Interesting video, as always. I've had this machine in the past, but I never thought of using it with that accessory with which you performed the PEC fly, even the reverse one. Is it a kit?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

It’s the GymPin D Handle. I made a KZfaq Short reviewing it a couple months ago. In the Short I show how it arrived and how it compares to the Prime bars.

@user-ne7xk5ix2q 11 ай бұрын

Love this video…❤❤ can you please tell me what are the attachments that you are using for the chest flys and where can i purchase them…thanks as always your the best

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! It’s a combination of cable extenders (linked in my Amazon affiliate store), the GymPin D Handle (linked in my Linktree), and revolving handles which came with my first Powertec Streamline Functional Trainer. The exercise is nowhere close to being as good as a functional trainer fly or pec dec, but if you’re limited on equipment, it can get you by.

@Ash_4949 11 ай бұрын

This is 10/10 all in one machine.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Couldn’t agree more!

@Ash_4949 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviewslooks very safe. I always prefer cable machines cause of safety.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@Ash_4949 a very good resistance profile on most cable machines too.

@Sleathrajun 10 ай бұрын

Great video. Didn’t see a link. What squat wedges are those, or do you have a video review?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

Thank you. Those are the xii:xi squat wedges. Unfortunately, that company is no longer in business. I haven’t owned any other wedges, so I can’t confidently recommend another brand but there are a lot.

@Sleathrajun 9 ай бұрын

What angle do you like for them?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

@@Sleathrajun mine are 17 degrees (if I remember correctly) and that seems to be a good angle.

@sarahmackenzie709 11 ай бұрын

Great video, as always. Really love your content. Do you prefer doing chest flys with the gympin d-handle setup or the Ironmaster Ultimate Row Handle? Which do you find provides a fuller consistent resistance curve? I have the gympin d-handle bar and have been considering buying the Ironmaster Ultimate Row Handle after seeing it in one of your previous videos.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! They are both great. Probably the GymPin with the D Handles because with the swivels attached, there is greater freedom in movement (I can rotate my hands slightly as I pull). However, The Ultimate Row Handle has fewer moving pieces so it’s easier to set up and use.

@sarahmackenzie709 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Awesome. Thank you for the helpful and quick reply.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@sarahmackenzie709 glad to help.

@rmartin9426 10 ай бұрын

Always love these hacks. Can you tell me if you're able to get a truly full stretch when you do pulldowns with the Levergym? Since it's becoming clearer that the stretch portion is likely the most productive, will the Levergym accomplish this? I'm about 5'8". Thanks A Lot.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!! It really depends on the length of the attachment and if you are locking your legs under the rollers. With the Prime RO-T8 Handles, no. With a straight bar, yes. There is the option to put the bench in the decline position and that will allow you to use an even longer attachment. However, the pulldown I show in this video is the only one I’ve been doing lately and I can absolutely get a full stretch.

@stevemeloccaro891 10 ай бұрын

furnished my basement gym mostly powertec, some body solid, this was over 20 yrs ago, did like the brand, EXCEPT the actual bench, now it did slide back and forth, BUT I thought it was a little to high off the ground, dudes I had over to lift said about the same thing, all it needed was to be about 1,2 in. lower then would have been perfect oh yeah my pieces were all independent from each other

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

Agreed. I’ve always said the actual Levergym is the better of the 2 pieces (even though the bench is still decent). Like you, I think the bench is a bit too high for dumbbell and barbell work, but it’s less of an issue if the bench is only being used in conjunction with the Levergym. Also, I should note, the height of the bench is an advantage when it’s being used with the attachments.

@Nioken 9 ай бұрын

3:00 I've found success combatting this using a little bit of chain at the top of the banana bar so the fly sits a little bit lower, and attaching resistance bands to the J hooks and banana bar.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

Very good to hear.

@richardvinci8170 11 ай бұрын

😀👏👏💪💪 Bonne machine 👍

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Very much so!

@Tony-ku5er 11 ай бұрын

Good Stuff!!!! Where can I purchase the gym pin D handle attachment ?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! I got mine directly from the GymPin website. They are out of the UK, but shipping was fast! I have a KZfaq Short showing how everything came packed and how it compares to the Prime Short Bar.

@ballalur2568 9 ай бұрын

I said it once ,I'll say it again, you are the king of home gyms, you always, l mean always find new ways to perform different exercises. (The King).I see that sometimes you even use the heavy weight and the levergym doesn't move. Is it bolted down?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

I really appreciate your comment. Thank you so much. I don’t have the Levergym bolted down. I have the add-on footplates (I did a video quite a few months back covering them briefly). The footplates add additional stability and depending on the exercise, I will load the storage posts and/or the cable system for even greater stability.

@edds85 10 ай бұрын

Your videos have been a lifesaver helping me narrow down my current gym build! Can't thank you enough! I'm unfortunately having a dilemma, I recently came upon an Inspire SF3 unit as my co-center piece for my build, but I am torn between investing in a levergym, or a rogue rhino as my second main piece. Do you believe I would still benefit enough from the levergym already having the SF3 in my gym? I would love a dedicated leg machine but I love the versatility of the levergym. My main decision for the SF3 was to utilize the adjustable pulleys for chest/torso/shoulder work. The innovative smith bar is pretty neat but I don't know if smith squats and presses are enough. I'm a skinny guy, and my main goal will be to add mass fast but safely. If you have any thoughts I'd appreciate it much. Thanks!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

Great to hear and thanks so much. I have an older video called, The Powertec Levergym: The One Piece of Equipment I Would Have If I Could Only Have One. That may be worth checking out. With that being said, if you get the Inspire that will cover a lot of your upper body exercises and you could benefit from a lower body machine. I am slightly more reluctant to recommend the Rhino nowadays because the Squatmax by Titan costs significantly less. If you haven’t seen it, check out my video comparing the two belt squats for the pros and cons of each. I’ll conclude by saying, I honestly don’t miss any of my big, expensive leg machines now that I’ve been using the Compact Leg Sled as my only dedicated leg machine for the last 2 months.

@rmartin9426 10 ай бұрын

Could you tell me the name of the flexible dual handle attachment you’re using? I couldn’t quite make out what you called it. Love the videos as always. Looking forward to your next one. I have a ForceUSA G3,. any interest in that style of all in one cage? I love mine.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

Thank you. That’s two revolving d handles attached to two cable extenders. I don’t do a lot of bar work so the power rack portion of the machine wouldn’t get used a lot. At the moment, I’m a lot less interested in the big heavy machines that are difficult to move, assemble and disassemble.

@rmartin9426 10 ай бұрын

Cool thanks.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

@@rmartin9426 any time. Great to hear you’re happy with the G3.

@jpfisherukbear9576 7 ай бұрын

Hey... have you figured out how to do a safety squat on the Powertec lever Gym. The padding across the shoulders is so appealing for the Leverage Squat but I wonder if it can be replicated on the levergym. You seem like the man to answer this question!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 7 ай бұрын

The Lever Squat is a bit more comfortable, but I’ve shown how to closely replicate that machine on the Levergym in a few videos. A while back, I made a lower body training video only using the Levergym, and a Short called, My Second Favorite Hack on the Levergym…check both of those.

@torstenferber5639 11 ай бұрын

Great

@torstenferber5639 11 ай бұрын

Super presentation. When is your training plan for this one coming?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@torstenferber5639 I’m not sure, but I will see what comes to mind. I appreciate you, TF!

@torstenferber5639 11 ай бұрын

What is the double handle called?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@torstenferber5639 it’s two revolving handles attached to two cable extenders. I have a KZfaq Short showing how I set it up.

@danski6694 11 ай бұрын

Love your content bro! I may buy a powertec once again because of you! I had two and sold them both! Powertec should fucking PAY YOU!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Appreciate it! That’s a good testament to the Levergym if you’ve had 2 and are considering a third one. I am an affiliate for the brand, but I would love to be a sponsored “athlete.”

@danski6694 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews I actually had the big one the multi-gym. Loved it at first but I always felt it gave a little too much leverage. The negatives in the pressing movements were non-existent to me. I scored a used Cybex chest/shoulder adjustable press for $200 and it is awesome

@meisdetermined 11 ай бұрын

The D handles seem unique. Do they have bearings in them? I have debated about whether or not I should get the JDGYM EQUIPPED handles. Pricey tho. And where are the cable extenders from? Thank you so much for all of the valuable information!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

The D handles came with my original Powertec Streamline Functional Trainer; they revolve, but not sure about bearings. I’ve seen the brand you’re talking about and it looks like they make some nice equipment. I got the cable extenders from Amazon and I have them linked in my Amazon affiliate store. Thanks so much!

@selfish1971 11 ай бұрын

How long are the cable extenders for the flys and where can i buy them? Greatings from germany!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Hey! I have all the accessories I use linked in my Amazon Affiliate Store.

@KD-lw3rp 10 ай бұрын

Amazing work brother 🫡

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@jollygreen9377 2 ай бұрын

Where did you get the cable extenders? I haven’t been able to find ones that long?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 2 ай бұрын

Amazon. Check my Link Tree if you want to see the exact ones I use.

@jean-charles6156 11 ай бұрын

Bonjour et félicitations depuis la France :) Aurais-tu un lien concernant les accessoires pour realiser toutes ces variantes ? Merci et félicitations pour la qualité de tes viéos. J'ai acheté le levergym et j'avoue que c'est une excellente machine 💪

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much and great to hear you’re happy with the Levergym! Most of the accessories I’m using can be found in my Linktree in either my Amazon Affiliate Store or through my GymPin Affiliate Link.

@DjSeruchi 11 ай бұрын

Hey man! Thank you for your videos. Do you know if Powertec is going to release a new version of the levergym or multipress soon?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! Not that I know of. I just added my third Multipress and second Levergym in December.

@DjSeruchi 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thank you man, keep up the good work!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@DjSeruchi thanks so much!

@charlesvisconti4278 11 ай бұрын

Great video as always! I generally don’t do flat benching for shoulder reasons. With that being said is there a big difference between the levergym and multipress for pressing and rowing?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@charlesvisconti4278 I think the Multipress is better for pressing and the Levergym is better for rowing. I have a review for the Multipress and in my video, “Building My Powertec Spare Bedroom Gym,” I briefly compare the two.

@ballalur2568 9 ай бұрын

What is the name brand squat belt that your using for the prone leg curl?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

The Rogue Multi Belt. The Henny Belt Squat Belt is another option. I’ve also performed this exercise with a traditional dip belt and the Spud Inc Belt Squat Belt.

@knpo22 11 ай бұрын

What is the attachment you are using at 3.33 in the video and where can you purchase them? Thank you.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

I am using 2 cable extenders and revolving d handles. The cable extenders I’m using are linked in my Amazon affiliate store and the D Handles came with my first Powertec Streamline Functional Trainer.

@antoineguilbeault8025 11 ай бұрын

Where did you get that extra cable you put between de d handles and the gympin

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Amazon. The brand I am using is linked in my Amazon affiliate store.

@sirevelynderothschild3198 11 ай бұрын

Hi, do you have any tips/future tips for keeping the bench in the perfect place for the IM2000? When I do an incline bench press, i spend plenty of time making sure the bench is in the proper place. Sometimes the bench is off center, too far back etc. Thanks!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Couple things: add a piece of tape to the floor, use chalk, and / or put the bench in the machine and drop the bar to see how it all lines up.

@n0name1450 7 ай бұрын

did you have it bolted to the floor? I`m curious if i could do the pendulum squat variation without it being bolted to the floor, while being 6'4

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 7 ай бұрын

I don’t have it bolted to the floor, but weighed down with plates on the storage posts and pulley system. Also, I have the foot plates on the Levergym, which increase stability. I say try Pendulums on the Levergym at your own risk and if you do try, start light.

@briand5047 11 ай бұрын

Great video! The 4-way neck moves mimicking the Nautilus and Hammer Strength machines didn't make the cut?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I knew I forgot one…that would have been a good exercise to include.

@briand5047 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews When you showed that, it looked approximately the same as N and H.S. For football/boxing/MMA/wrestling safety, just that movement alone makes the cost a bargain.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@briand5047 wish there was an easy option to go back and add it in.

@briand5047 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Or do a longer video on it: neck training options (bridges, harness, isometrics, rack attachment, Nautilus, Hammer Strength), research, Arthur Jones points about neck training, and how Levergym is better than a lot of the options, along with all the other versatility. Good for many athletes, and anyone that might be in a car crash, or spends too much time looking at screens with neck at a weird angle (so, basically every human). I'm sure Powertec would appreciate it.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@briand5047 solid idea! Thanks, Brian!

@tonygillespie6907 4 ай бұрын

Have you a link were to purchase the gym pin d ?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 4 ай бұрын

The link on my main KZfaq page.

@billybarnett2846 11 ай бұрын

You need to watch the older Powertec videos to learn how to position the bench for bench press.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

It’s all about what feels comfortable, joint friendly, and effective. It won’t look the same for everyone and there are many options from decline to upright for variety.

@monserratescandon494 10 ай бұрын

Hello , where do you buy the cable attachments, i have the powertec home gym.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

I have all of the accessories I use linked in my Amazon Affiliate Store, which can be found in the description of this video.

@JoeBudd-D 11 күн бұрын

Hey. Do you have any hacks for lower back or back extension/reverse hyper exercises with the Powertec Levergym?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 күн бұрын

I haven’t found anything worthwhile. I tried using the squat bar connected to the lever arms for back extensions but it’s so uncomfortable.

@JoeBudd-D 11 күн бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Okay thanks.

@fatboitino2 11 ай бұрын

I wonder if even Powertec knew these exercises were all possible

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Good question. I hope I’ve been creative enough that I’m showing things they’ve never thought of.

@lexusgs2672 10 ай бұрын

Hey brother,where can we purchase the pin gym handles ?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 10 ай бұрын

I have everything linked in the description of this video.

@JoeBudd-D 11 ай бұрын

Very very good video. Where can I purchase the cable extenders, the daisy chain or the piece that you connect the cable extenders to?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! In my Linktree, in the description of this video, all of those things are linked in my Amazon Affiliate Store and through my GymPin Affiliate Link.

@JoeBudd-D 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews what is the name for the cable extenders? Are they the 10 inch Mountain Ark cables on your Amazon? I wanna make sure I am ordering the right items.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@JoeBudd-D they ones I have linked are the correct ones.

@JoeBudd-D 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews ok I’ll order the mountain arks

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@JoeBudd-D let me know how you like them when you get them.

@dougpaquette9518 8 ай бұрын

Where do you get bar that you hook 2 single handles too

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 8 ай бұрын

GymPin

@jasonconnolly3775 9 ай бұрын

Will I bottom out in the pully excersise, im 6'1. Also my wife is 5'2 can she use the unit comfortably? How far are the grips apart on the pressing movements. Thanks for your help, i really want it but need something every one can use. Thanks Jason

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

It depends on the attachment you’re using and what kind of a lat pulldown you are doing. If you’re locked directly under the roller pads and if you have the bench in the flat position…maybe. If you decline the bench for pulldowns, you should be okay. Or, if you do pulldowns like I show here, you will not bottom out because you can just position the bench farther away. The handles are 19.5” apart.

@jasonconnolly3775 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the fast response your awesome. How far apart are the press up bars, trying to see if there to wide for my wife, how does the squat feel? I think I'm gonna get this over a rack

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

@@jasonconnolly3775 the bars are 19.5” apart. I never liked squatting on the Levergym until I added wedges…now, wedges make the squat feel much more effective and lower back friendly. I no longer do barbell squats, so I’m probably not the best person to ask and I no longer own a power rack…I have a different training philosophy than most…I’m definitely not saying my way of training is better than anyone else’s; rather, I’ve just found what works for me.

@tonygillespie6907 Ай бұрын

What size of gym pin d handle do you recommend?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews Ай бұрын

I’ve only used the 20” Lite. I have a feeling the 30” would be better for flys, but for every other exercise, the 20” is probably best for most people.

@dominionn09 11 ай бұрын

Where do I get that bar attachment?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Everything is linked in the description of this video.

@steelphantom9105 11 ай бұрын

Have you ever used the Marcy Pro PM 4400 Leverage GYM? I purchased a used unit for a great price and would these hacks work with this gym?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

I have not used the Marcy, but there are some similarities. I can’t guarantee the hacks will carry over.

@themindprofit62 4 ай бұрын

What bands should you use with levergym?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 4 ай бұрын

I’m sure most bands will work, but I’ve always really liked EliteFTS Bands.

@Ram3s 11 ай бұрын

is it possible to have the link of the black plate to teou that you use in most exos please or his exact name THANKS

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

It’s the GymPin 20” Lite D Handle sold by GymPin…a company out of the U.K.

@Ram3s 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thank you !

@user-om6dv3jr1p 11 ай бұрын

Great video, I found new exercises to use my powertec. At 2:48 you use a system to turn the single pulley into a double pulley. do you have a link where i can buy this accessory? thanks in advance

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! That set up has its flaws, but if you’re limited on equipment, it could get you by. All of the accessory stuff I use is in my LinkTree either in my Amazon Affiliate Store or in my GymPin link.

@user-om6dv3jr1p 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thanks for your fast answer; it seems the accessory is is the Lite D-Handle bar 30'' from GymPin; unfortunately I can't order from this vendor, which ships to US only I guess. Anyway, that gives me ideas for my workout, thanks !

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@user-om6dv3jr1p I am using the 20” Lite D Handle in this video. GymPin is out of the UK.

@user-om6dv3jr1p 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thanks again for the update. And so this is the 20'' inch on your video, long enough for these exercises ? I was wrong, GymPin send items worldwide, so I will order since I get your confirmation about the size. Which item would you advise between 20'' or 30'', and between the the Lite and the Pro ?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@user-om6dv3jr1p I’m using the 20” Lite in this video. Code HGHR can save you 10%

@danski6694 11 ай бұрын

5:30 - THAT right there would entice me to buy a powertec again. How is that low row?? I am DESPERATE to find something to mimic the hammer strength low row as i feel that machine is the absolute BEST for hitting the lower lats

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

I couldn’t be happier with it. With the right attachment and settings, it will hang with expensive stand-alone row machines.

@johnc.6509 9 ай бұрын

Is the Gym Pin the 20" or 30"? Is it the Pro, Lite, or 'regular' 20" (Stainless Steel D 20" not designated as Pro or LIte)?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

Mine is the 20” Lite. For flys, the 30” may work better, but for everything else my preference is 20”. I have a KZfaq Short Review if you want to check it out.

@johnc.6509 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the fast reply and great video! One more question - what length did you cut the 2x4? It looks about 12" @@HomeGymHacksandReviews

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 9 ай бұрын

@@johnc.6509 any time. I have a couple different sizes and sometimes use different combinations depending on the exercise. In this video I use an 8” and 10” 2x4.

@mikehermosillo3139 11 ай бұрын

Good morning! Would you say that a powertec levergym with its 300 pound weight limit on the pulley is just as good if not a better investment than a traditional selectorized lat pulldown / low row machine?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

It depends. I have never and I doubt I will ever exceed the machine’s cable or lever arm capacity. If you are super strong, it may not go heavy enough for you. Before I got my second Levergym, I nearly got the Powertec Lat Pulldown Machine. However, when I started thinking about all the additional versatility of the lever arms, the Levergym just made more sense. Is, for example, the Powertec stand-alone lat pulldown better than the Levergym for cable exercises…probably. Does any lat pulldown match the versatility of the Levergym…absolutely not.

@mikehermosillo3139 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. That's just what I needed to hear

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@mikehermosillo3139 glad to help!

@jl7kicks 11 ай бұрын

Man, if this thing was a little taller it would be an unbelievable machine. Especially for the price.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

I think the height of the machine mainly comes into play for Pulldowns. If Pulldowns are done like I show in this video, user height may not be an issue. Agreed! I think it’s priced very fairly for the versatility it offers.

@user-ik6sm3hf2s 11 ай бұрын

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@user-ik6sm3hf2s 11 ай бұрын

بكم سعرها؟

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@user-ik6sm3hf2s it’s 1599 and that includes the machine, bench, lat bar, and 1 handle

@user-ik6sm3hf2s 11 ай бұрын

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@duncanemery4303 3 ай бұрын

Are these available in uk

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 3 ай бұрын

Powertec has a European Division. I know quite a few people in the UK who have this. Hopefully, someone will see your comment and share where they got theirs.

@duncanemery4303 3 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews awesome thanks

@ABQ3000 11 ай бұрын

I love your personality, man. I'm very concerned about you though.... Are there any rooms left in your home for sleeping or not lifting weights???!!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! lol! Nope! Momentarily, my wife suggested moving our living room into the dining room and converting the living room to Gym 5. Believe it or not, I put my foot down on that idea.

@ABQ3000 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Sounds like it's time to build a barn or warehouse. If not for the extra equipment, then for a place to store your family while your channel grows.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@ABQ3000 lol! Considering it!

@joe112000 5 күн бұрын

Which d handle bar do you have? The only difference is the length of the bars? I don’t know which one to order. lol

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 5 күн бұрын

I got the 20” Lite D Handle. The Lite is less expensive and it doesn’t have as nice a finish as the other D Handle bar, but it certainly gets the job done.

@joe112000 5 күн бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thanks for the info. Let me order one. Thanks again.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 5 күн бұрын

@@joe112000 code HGHR saves some money.

@joe112000 5 күн бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews I’ll be using your link. Thank you!

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 5 күн бұрын

@@joe112000 thank you!

@jaywill777 5 ай бұрын

Are the cable pulleys 1:1 or 2:1?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 5 ай бұрын

It’s a little tricky: about 2:1. Because it’s a lever, the resistance isn’t as consistent as a carriage that slides on guide rods but it’s still a great cable system.

@jaywill777 5 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thanks! I’m looking at getting one next month. Primarily to squat and bench heavy without a spotter.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 5 ай бұрын

@@jaywill777 for me, I only like squatting on the Levergym with squat wedges and when in the flat position, it feels more like a decline press. I cover this in Levergym Hacks 3 and show 2 solutions…also, just a slight back pad incline makes it “feel” more like a flat press.

@djlawnboy 11 ай бұрын

is that a 20 inch d bar?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

It is; the Lite model.

@djlawnboy 11 ай бұрын

What about the cable extender for fly?

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@djlawnboy it is, but I think (don’t hold me to it), a longer bar worked better for this exercise. However, I again want to stress that this exercise is just so-so; not nearly as good as a pec dec or functional trainer in terms of its resistance profile.

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Sorry, I read your question wrong, those are linked in my Amazon affiliate store.

@djlawnboy 11 ай бұрын

Thanks !!!! @@HomeGymHacksandReviews

@domingosanchez9662 11 ай бұрын

My squat bar broke :(

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

Did you have the long silver pin that connects through the back of the lever arms attached so the lever arms worked in unison when the squat bar was attached?

@domingosanchez9662 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews yes. when i pulled the pin to release the squat bar from the machine the pin broke and the spring inside it got completely stretched out and ruined. So I have the bar but the pin and spring is missing from it so I cant attach it

@HomeGymHacksandReviews 11 ай бұрын

@@domingosanchez9662 sorry to hear that happened. Have you contacted Powertec? If you are the original owner and it’s under warranty they will replace the bar. They may even sell a replacement bar.

@domingosanchez9662 11 ай бұрын

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews I’m not the original owner and I sent a message to Powertec but they didn’t respond. I checked their site and they sell almost every accessory for all their machines but they don’t sell the squat bar on their site. I love my Powertec Levergym but I need that squat bar for how I like to work my legs and I came up with a hack for weighted hip thrusts which has developed my glutes real good