Best Smith Machine for Beginners in 2026: RitFit M1 Pro Guide
The RitFit M1 Pro is the best Smith machine for beginners in 2026, combining guided bar training, cable versatility, and a compact all in one frame with safety, setup, and workout guidance.
Can the RitFit M2 3D Pro Handle Heavy Home Squats?
The RitFit M2 3D Pro is one of the best Smith machines for squats because its 3D bar path keeps guided safety while allowing a more natural movement than a fixed track. It pairs squat work with rac...
Best Full Body Circuit Training Workouts for Beginners
A beginner-friendly guide to full body circuit training workouts, including bodyweight, dumbbell, and low-impact circuits, weekly schedules, and safe progression tips.
How to Choose the Best Barbell for Home Gym Training
Learn how to choose the best barbell for your home gym by comparing steel, coating, knurling, sleeve rotation, and load capacity for your training style and space.
Best Smith Machine Under $1,500 in 2026: RitFit M1 PRO Guide
The RitFit M1 PRO targets the sweet spot for serious home lifters: a hybrid Smith machine + power rack + cable system under $1,500. With an 85.3-inch height, a compact ~20.9 sq ft footprint, a 1,60...
How to Master the RitFit Gorilla 2-in-1 Chest and Shoulder Press Machine
Complete guide to the RitFit Gorilla 2-in-1 Chest and Shoulder Press Machine: how chest and shoulder press work, dual dial setup, grip choices, and safety tips for home lifters.
How to Lift a Barbell From the Floor: Deadlift Jack & Loading Guide
This guide addresses the frustrating "gym floor wrestling match" of loading deadlift bars, explaining how friction and gravity waste your energy before the lift. It introduces the deadlift jack as ...
What Does the RitFit LAM2 Lever Arm Attachment Do for M2?
The RitFit LAM2 lever arm attachment mounts to the M2 Smith Machine uprights to add two independent, height-adjustable lever arms rated for 150 lbs per arm, or 300 lbs total, for press, row, curl, ...
How to Set Up a Power Rack for Solo Lifting Safety
A complete guide to power rack safety for solo lifters: J-hook height, safety straps vs pins, setting safety heights, and safe bailing for squats and bench press.