I actually cut the little sound dampening cushioning on the guide rod and replaced it with a PVC pipe. That helped the “brake” sensation you felt. Another great review!
@hybridresistanceАй бұрын
I did hear about that. I'm going to have to do that eventually. Thanks for watching.
@HeCoversMe2 күн бұрын
That’s great to hear. That was the first thing I noticed. I was like this really sucks
@shiwakuseven58592 ай бұрын
IMO, the Titan Fitness SquatMax MD is definitely worth the money. It is an exceptional leg exercise machine, but it can also be used for a multitude of upper body exercises if you detach the loading pin and attach it with daisy chain tie strap(s) to a cable curl bar.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Definitely. I held off on showing off all the exercises for the sake of time on what I wanted to cover, but I will make a video on that in the future.
@aptn22Ай бұрын
@@hybridresistanceI had a little bit of a hard time doing a split squat on this. If you could include any tips on your next video that would be super helpful. Other stuff I do the Squatmax includes: marches, calf raises, box squats, deadlifts, I use the seat pad for seal rows as well.
@briand50472 ай бұрын
Best review of this I've seen.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Thanks Brian!
@kyles83912 ай бұрын
Great review. I think it was Coop's first look review that also showed the rack attachment version of it but didn't like it as much compared to the free standing version because it's not easy to move and doesn't have the same options.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Thank you. I think he might have done this one too when titan put it out.
@futbol1972Ай бұрын
I debated for over a year between the squat max amd the rhino and decided on the Rhino and could not be happier
@chrisdonnell25752 ай бұрын
I initially got it as I had hurt my lower back deadlifting so was doing lighter squats. This let me add volume without hurting my lower back and now I often do lighter warmup squats and then with higher volume as I can do deadlifts on leg/back day. I would never want to do them after 3-5 sets of heavy squats as I have horrible ankle mobility and bend too much at the waist. I find it doesn't hit the hips or lower back at all so still do regular squats/deadlifts. Add VOLUME to leg day with no downsides!
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
The volume component is very true with this. I always noticed that my legs grew the most when I did more volume compared to when I was doing powerlifting. My leg sessions (actually most of my workouts) have been cut much shorter than usual over the years, so hopefully this helps boost those numbers.
@chrisdonnell25752 ай бұрын
I have it and LOVE it! Added three inches to my lower legs in 3-4 months nothing beats strength/size you can get from this and small footprint. Only downsides is they need accessories like seal row pad for it/hip thrust pad etc.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Credit goes to you for putting me over the edge and getting this. Thanks for the suggestion. Now I got to chase those three inches.
@betitanfit2 ай бұрын
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@sobutterysmooth2 ай бұрын
I have the original version, and I love this piece. It’s so easy to use and effective.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
I'd say it's right there with your YT name.
@jaleesa002 ай бұрын
🍿 here for the content. 💪🏼
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Always appreciate you in here Jaleesa.
@jaleesa002 ай бұрын
@@hybridresistance thanks for the content. 💪🏼
@chriscarle58372 ай бұрын
Use wood boxes (homemade), loading pin (12 inches Yesforall), and Spud inc belt (used Marketplace). I have another higher homemade box to load pin. I have 8 standard 25 lb plates to load on pin. Can load up to 200 lbs. This homemade setup works great for me. Never used the SquatMax, so I can't compare.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Thanks for that my friend. That will for sure help some people
@Agent_G_332 ай бұрын
Yep. Could even get fancy and build a whole station with handles & seat from 2x4's and plywood. Less than a hundred bucks for everything probably.
@SkylerKingTW2 ай бұрын
Oh man, I haven't seen one of these for years... I had actually forgotten that these existed. Seeing a review of it is like a throwback to the Golden Era of KZfaq. (I'm referencing this design, in general. I have no idea how long the Titan version has been around)
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
haha, I hear you on that. Been on the fence for one of these for a long time.
@HeCoversMe2 күн бұрын
The final step in assembly says to add tape, but I could not figure out from the drawing where they wanted it applied. I remember when I saw the tape in the box. I kind of threw it across the floor and I can’t find it ha ha ha ha
@Joe-qs2bq2 ай бұрын
I haven't seen any reviews on Xebex XT4 magnetic sleds yet 😕 Compact and supposedly a great leg workout especially if have back issues.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
I'll look into those. There seems to be a few out on KZfaq for them.
@JayB-JayB2 ай бұрын
Very cool machine!
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Thanks Jay, always appreciate you brother.
@IronMayne2 ай бұрын
I’ve had the Hennessy edition for over 3yrs now and it’s something I still use and it’s challenging. I come up with many different hacks on this machine. The transformer pin really helps with a different feel. This is NOT a one trick pony machine.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Haha, yes I forgot to add his “one trick pony” line.
@IronMayne2 ай бұрын
@@hybridresistance fasho! Lol
@EV_Frenchies2 ай бұрын
Try placing the belt a little bit lower down along the small of your back. You have it a little high which is the likely cause of you bending too much at the hips.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
I will definitely try that, but I do prefer being more horizontal simulating that low bar squat.
@SBavailablehandle23 күн бұрын
The only issue I have is you can't get deep enough in it without bottoming it out. I'm 5"11 and I'm working on adding spacers to increase the ROM so I can get full depth.
@HeCoversMe2 күн бұрын
I thought the carabiner was a pain in the rear. It’s got that big locking thread on it making hooking loops difficult IMHO
@betitanfit2 ай бұрын
Lets goooo
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@RTB_12342 ай бұрын
Are you the next Garage Gym Reviews? 😂 I like your reviews and breakdowns though.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
As they say in the good Book..."you have said so"... I'm just a dude covering things that interest me. Appreciate you though brother as always for watching.
@Agent_G_332 ай бұрын
@@hybridresistance I hope you get there man. I like your reviews better, and that dude is making bank.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
@@Agent_G_33 appreciate it brother.
@supergeri2 ай бұрын
Love using it but I would like a solution to the play in the handles. It really throws me off when I go heavy and they move a little.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
I agree it’s a subtle thing that I think would make a big difference.
@kyles83912 ай бұрын
Looks like you swapped out the vertical leg press. Good choice.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
Yes, it is gone. Was a good product though.
@jaycabais2025Ай бұрын
I am looking to get this but I am worried because I am 5’4 and I might not get good depth as I heard from reviews and others saying it will bottom out. Others mentioned that they added weight, rubber mats, etc under their feet to increase the height. Is this really a problem for short people like me?
@hybridresistanceАй бұрын
I'd to say you'd be good without being sure. I'd say the best tip would be to email Brian Hennessy or Titan about this to get a better answer.
@mrqualityreviewer47522 ай бұрын
I didn’t even know these existed.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
I figured there’d be a number of people who haven’t heard of this thing yet.
@thomaspham-qf4ry2 ай бұрын
How do you open the box easily ?
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
I used a back of a hammer.
@thomaspham-qf4ry2 ай бұрын
How long did it take to ship and come to your house ?
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
seemed about 3-4 days
@mariolp2999Ай бұрын
I personally believe that the rhino is better but it's much more expensive and not worth the cost...
@NPow942 ай бұрын
Are you taking this over your leg press?
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
It's been supplementing it. For instance my leg workout yesterday was squatmax to start, working to 5 plates, then the leg press, leg extension/leg curl, then the calf raise attachment with the leg press.
@thomdushane2 ай бұрын
A person could stand on couple blocks like they would with deficit rows or deadlifts and a weight belt to simulate this idea easily.
@hybridresistance2 ай бұрын
For sure you could DIY this like anything else, you just miss out on the ease of set up and added features (namely ability to attach bands). I've tried a number of things myself including just using heavy center electronic weight with a e-gym (which eventually broke) but doesn't really compare in my opinion. Definitely not for everyone though.
@shiwakuseven58592 ай бұрын
You can also detach the loading pin and do the same. It is relatively easy and cheap to use solid concrete construction blocks to make row platforms, or even a DIY belt squat platform. However, the Titan Fitness SquatMax MD is worth even its full price because of how safe and convenient to do belt squats and split squats along with many upper-body exercises.
@Olmekc2 ай бұрын
Loading pin plus plyo boxes and you can have the set up.