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RitFit LAM2 Lever Arms for M2 Smith Machine (Setup & Routine)

RitFit LAM2 Lever Arms for M2 Smith Machine (Setup & Routine)

The RitFit LAM2 lever arm attachment is designed specifically for the RitFit M2, adding adjustable, iso-lateral “machine-style” resistance to your home setup. With a 300 lb dual-side capacity and m...

What Is a Smith Machine? Pros, Cons, and Who It’s For

What Is a Smith Machine? Pros, Cons, and Who It’s For

A Smith machine guides the bar on rails, making heavy training safer and simpler—especially when lifting solo, learning basics, or chasing hypertrophy. This guide breaks down how it works, what it’...

Adjustable vs. Flat vs. Foldable: Which Bench is Best for Small Spaces?

Adjustable vs. Flat vs. Foldable: Which Bench is Best for Small Spaces?

Stop letting a lack of square footage kill your gains. This guide compares adjustable, flat, and foldable benches to help you balance stability, versatility, and storage based on expert biomechanic...

Power Rack Safety Guide: Best Setup & Attachments for Solo Lifting

Power Rack Safety Guide: Best Setup & Attachments for Solo Lifting

Table of Contents The Physiology of Confidence The Anchor Point: J-Hooks for Power Rack The Safety Net: Straps vs. Arms vs. Pins The Golden Rule: How to Set Safety Heights How to Use a Power Rack...

RitFit Gazelle Pro vs Gazelle: Which Home Leg Press Wins?

RitFit Gazelle Pro vs Gazelle: Which Home Leg Press Wins?

This article breaks down the key differences between the RitFit Gazelle Pro and the original Gazelle 3-in-1 leg press machine. You’ll compare dynamic and static load capacities, pad comfort, machin...

Smith Machine vs Squat Rack: Which One Should You Really Use?

Smith Machine vs Squat Rack: Which One Should You Really Use?

Choosing between a Smith machine and a squat rack isn’t about which is “better”—it’s about which is right for your body, goals, and training environment. This guide breaks down biomechanics, muscle...

Functional Trainer with Smith Machine

Functional Trainer with Smith Machine: The All-in-One Home Gym Explained

A functional trainer with a Smith machine gives home gym owners a complete all-in-one strength solution—combining guided bar training, adjustable cables, and rack features in a compact footprint. T...

How to Train Safely on the Smith Machine at Home Gym

How to Train Safely on the Smith Machine at Home Gym

This guide explains how to use a Smith machine as one of the safest and most reliable tools in your home or garage gym. You’ll learn why the guided bar path, adjustable safeties, and stable setup m...

The Best Smith Machines with Weight Stacks for Home Gyms

The 3 Best Smith Machines with Weight Stack Options

Explore the top Smith Machines with weight stacks for your home gym. Discover key features, benefits, and expert recommendations to help you choose the right machine for safe, versatile, and powerf...