Strength training is very popular among both men and women. It is wrong to believe that this type of exercise is needed only by professional bodybuilders. This is an integral part of any training process. However, not everyone has the time and opportunity to attend gyms. The question arises: is it possible to fully train independently without leaving home? Is it possible to achieve the same successes and advances as athletes who practice in halls using professional equipment? This is quite realistic, but only for this you will have to purchase a special sports simulator.
What you need to know before buying
It's no secret that in sports stores there is now a very large selection of different simulators for all muscle groups. They are in no way worse in terms of quality and functionality of those located in gyms. But choosing them is not so simple.
First you need to decide what effect you want to ultimately achieve and answer for yourself a number of questions:
- what you want - to lose weight, gain muscle mass or just do for your health and keep fit;
- where will the simulator stand, is there enough space for it in your apartment;
- how many people plan to exercise on the simulator;
- how much time you are going to devote to classes;
- whether the simulator should be folded;
- how much money do you expect.
What are power trainers?
By the way, there are not many of them. Simulators for strength training are divided into 3 groups:
- own weight (horizontal bars, Swedish walls) ;
- barbells, dumbbells, weights;
- power station.
Let us consider in more detail what constitutes a power station for the house, how to choose such a simulator, and what special attention needs to be paid.
What are the advantages of a power station?
This is a multifunctional simulator for the home, which includes racks, bench, traction blocks. It combines several different simulators at once, which means it involves all muscle groups. This is its main advantage. If you need to use several different simulators in the training room, then everything is put together here. The power station allows several athletes to practice at once. Everyone will train according to their program.
The disadvantages of the simulator
Perhaps there will be no negative impressions of a properly selected simulator. There are just a couple of shortcomings that a power station has for a home. Reviews about it often agree that this is a great option for those who can afford it. This refers to the price and considerable space that should be freed up under the simulator.
Firstly, the power station is a stationary simulator, which means it cannot be folded. At least 6-8 square meters you will have to give it. It is impossible to put such equipment between pieces of furniture (for example, a wardrobe and a bed), as this is dangerous.
Secondly, the price of a good full-fledged station will be at least 100 thousand rubles. Despite the fact that the annual subscription to the gym will also take a lot of money, this amount is still impressive.
Where is better to buy?
Do-it-yourself power station for the home is not done. This is a great professional simulator, which is already assembled a lot where you can buy. The best option is a sports store. It is always nicer to first touch, try the thing that you buy. Choosing a power simulator, you should not completely rely on the point of view of the seller or reviews on the Internet. See for yourself and see if a particular power station is right for you. The photo does not convey reality, not to mention the fact that it may differ from reality.
In the store, you can even try to perform the simplest exercise to feel the simulator. And only after fully making sure that it suits you, you can look into the online store. Often the same simulators are presented there, only cheaper than in stores.
How to make the right choice
Before buying, pay attention to the following criteria:
- The frames of the simulator. The best material is sheet steel. The stability of the structure and its service life directly depend on this.
- Cables They must be strong, reliable and, as a rule, withstand weight up to 700 kg.
- Adjustment. The simulator should make it possible to change the height, incline.
- Load change. The process of changing cargo should be quick and convenient.
- Security. Cables and weights must be protected, and the latches must be held securely in the slots.
- Manufacturer and its warranty. Do not save on a product such as a simulator. This may affect the most expensive - health. Let the power station be better from a well-known manufacturer, which, by all rules, must provide a guarantee of at least 5 years on it.
pay special attention
Any power trainer (and a power station is no exception) is best chosen with a professional, that is, with a trainer. It’s great if the first training takes place under his watchful eye.
If you have recently been injured, choose a treadmill especially carefully. Perhaps, in this case, it will be safer and more useful to replace the power station with self-weight training equipment.
Thus, if you want to keep fit, improve your body, be healthy and beautiful, then it is not necessary to spend a lot of time on the road to the gym and money to buy a subscription. All the main strength exercises can be performed at home, having acquired such a multifunctional simulator as a power station. The main thing is to take such a serious purchase very seriously.