Best Cardio Machine - Jacob’s Ladder

[@mattbodenschatz365]

Hey thank you SO much for explaining and demonstrating the Jacobs Ladder. Knowing it has a great reputation, I’ve been eyeing it at the gym, but was intimidated because I didn’t know the basics of how to operate it and use that belt and stuff. Now I’m ready! I appreciate it!

[@railabs]

That’s so good to hear!! I’m glad you found my video helpful. Have fun on the Jake and let me know if you need any more assistance. 👍🏼🤩

[@ricktilbury9690]

I've dropped 10 pounds in a month using this machine, and I'm 66 years old. Yesterday, I set a personal record of 2206 steps in 30 minutes. This is the toughest piece of aerobic equipment I've ever used. I try not to promote it, because I want to be able to use it when I'm ready.

[@railabs]

That’s awesome progress, Rick! Good for you 👍🏼 Hahaha! That’s funny because I try to keep a low pro at the gym too. Most people are intimidated by it or don’t really know how to use it, so I usually have a free shot at it. But sometimes there is a drifter who gets on and I’m like, dang! 😂

[@heistruth2865]

Wow how motivating!!!

[@railabs]

@@heistruth2865 Thank you 🙏🏼

[@tiffanyhackerspace8377]

You inspired me to START TODAY!! Thank you.

[@railabs]

@@tiffanyhackerspace8377 Yess!! I’m glad to hear it. 💥

[@dopeanddivine6902]

I’m slowly falling in love with this darn machine!!! Beginning of April, I barely could do 1 min, then I worked up to 2mins, NOW I’m doing 4mins! I turn on Eye of the Tiger and go at it!

[@railabs]

That’s awesome! 🤩 Keep on working your way up. Before you know it, you’ll be doing 60-plus minutes. I’ve done 90 before and at that point, I could’ve done all day. 😅

[@tiffanyhackerspace8377]

This is the 3rd video I've watched about this machine, and you're the FIRST person to describe the height gauge on the belt/cord! I was WONDERING how that worked out, lol, as I am 5'2"!!

[@railabs]

Hey Tiffany! Yes, you want to adjust the cord to your height. It’s really easy 👍🏼 The only thing though is the numbers on the cord tend to wear out over time so they’re hard to see. You have to sort of memorize your spot and just default to it in that case. Or, have your gym replace it. That’s the best-case-scenario. 🤩👍🏼

[@tiffanyhackerspace8377]

@@railabs Okay, so I used the machine today and loved it! And the band was NOT worn off in the 5'2" area. However, I discovered that I am NOT gonna use the strap on 5'2" for two reasons: One, it did not stop rolling before I scrolled right off the bottom 🤣and two, I liked working higher up on the machine where I could see the computer. So, I set the strap to about 5'6" or 5'7" (and that part of the strap WAS worn off, lol!), and I was able to work out, up higher on the machine AND it stopped rolling while I was still standing on the bottom rung. Very cool machine! Think I'm gonna try to "climb Mt. Everest" this month!

[@railabs]

@@tiffanyhackerspace8377 OK, cool! That was good experimentation that you did. Sometimes you have to just wing it when you’re working out 🏋🏼‍♀️ And definitely go for Everest. 🙌🏼🤩

[@DeniseLeilani]

Awesome tutorial and great advice on using the stairs for a workout, Kevin! Thank you.

[@railabs]

You bet! 👍🏼 I’m glad you liked it. 🙏🏼

[@LoganRegina7777]

I looked this up after I saw the Jacob's ladder machine they installed at my gym today. And I found this KZbin channel. Thanks 👍 I was wondering how to use the machine.

[@railabs]

That’s awesome! Well hopefully my tutorial will help you out 👍🏼 Sadly, the Jacob’s Ladder in our gym is now broken. It’s this exact one ☝️ I’m going to try to get a progress report on it tomorrow.

[@exspiravit6920]

Funny thing is, you said its one of the most ignored machines in tbe gym, which is totally true at my gym. Nobody uses it, but it runs 5,999.99 on most sites. Anyway, i love this machine and use it 4 days a week. Thanks

[@railabs]

Yeah, they’re not cheap when it comes to home use. If they were a bit more affordable, I’d have one too. 🤩

[@Patrick.Weightman]

My gym has a couple of these that collect dust because NOBODY knows how to use them 😂😂

[@railabs]

Wow! That’s a shame. Boy I wish our gym had a couple of them. We only have one and it’s currently broken. It makes all kinds of clunking noises when you use it.

[@ganondalf8090]

what a thrill

[@railabs]

Totally! 💯

[@foolmoon3008]

With darkness and silence through the night...

[@kpatterson369ify]

Nice. Thanks for this information.

[@railabs]

@@kpatterson369ify You’re welcome! 😇 I really wish they’d fix ours. The one in this video has been broken for months. 🤦

[@شمسالشموس-ه8ي]

I love this machine! Hardly anyone used it and I took the opportunity to try something new. I feel like I'm sitting on a million dollar secret!

[@railabs]

Right?! 🤩💥 I’m looking into buying one for our house. I actually broke this one at the gym the other day. 😂 It was getting “clunky” anyway and I asked the powers that be to fix it. But they refused. I warned them that I would eventually break it and I honored that proclamation. 💪🏼

[@morningdrums]

I've done crossfit and done the bear crawl. So surprised how my core felt after. The jacobs ladder I havnt done yet. When it comes to dropping body fat, if I saw this right looks like a good machine to tackle dropping your body fat.

[@railabs]

It’s a great machine for reducing body fat! 🙌🏼 And you WILL feel a tremendous ab workout too. ☝️

[@davis_davis1833]

I love how this was also used against Sukuna 🙏🙏

[@railabs]

Was it?! 😂 I’m not into anime so I’m out of the loop. Please indulge me. 🙏🏼

[@idkwhattoputlol6024]

@@railabsi mean u summoned the whole jjk fandom with the word “Jacob’s Ladder”

[@railabs]

@@idkwhattoputlol6024 Really?! Rad! 😁

[@kellynock4862]

I LOVE this machine. I'm new to it. I started with 2 minutes up to 5 😊

[@railabs]

That’s awesome! I did 30 min this morning, plus 20 min of running and 15 min of the stair machine 😅 All you need is a couple minutes in the beginning and you’ll still get a great workout. 🏋🏼‍♀️

[@mrstanbmw]

this machine is always available where I go love it best cardio , I spend a lot of time in hotels never thought of the steps will try

[@railabs]

Yeah, it’s awesome! Sadly though, ours is currently broken 😢 I’ve been begging them to fix it but they won’t because the gym is for sale.

[@Reppintimefitness]

Im thinking about using the Jacob's ladder

[@railabs]

@@Reppintimefitness Use it! You’ll end up loving it and using it all the time. 🤩👍🏼

[@wondertownfunk6858]

"What a thrill..."

[@railabs]

Yes! Indeed it is 🤩🙌🏼

[@vandrosia]

Don't forget about that bad-ass Versaclimber next to you. That is one bad machine. But I still think the Jacobs Ladder is a little harder than the Versaclimber. I think the bear crawl position of the JL just makes the workout harder.

[@railabs]

You are correct! The Versa is also a killer 💥 And for sure on the crawl position. I’m actually planning on putting on some work gloves and hitting a local trail that’s about the same vert as the JL. I want to climb it the same way and see how it does or doesn’t compare. 🤩

[@vandrosia]

@@railabs Did you ever do bear crawls on a hill to see how it compares to the JL? You have a nice fitness channel by the way. To me, the JL is even harder than the Versaclimber but the Versaclimber is more intuitive and less impact.

[@railabs]

@@vandrosia I actually have done a little bit on some grassy hills nearby. It’s quite a bit different because you are actually moving your body through space. And thank you 🙏🏼

[@1versaclimber1]

Yes, the VersaCimber is a bad-ass machine - totally agree with you. It would be cool to see a versatility comparison between these two great cardio machines. Arms only, Seated non weight bearing, Rehab, Visually impaired users, foot print, rack mount, wall mount etc.

[@ubuntubantu2404]

Somo zuri sana asante. Nimeiona hii mashine katika gym yangu kesho nitajaribu kuitumia

[@railabs]

You’re welcome! And sounds great 👍🏼 Let me know how you make out. 👍🏼🤩

[@ubuntubantu2404]

@@railabs Ulikuwa ni wakati na uzoefu mzuri kutumia kifaa hiki kwa mara ya kwanza kabisa leo hii. hakika nimeongeza kwenye orodha yangu kifaa kingine bora kwa mazoezi ya moyo na ustahimilivu. Nilichoma kalori 110, natumaini nitakuwa naweza kuchoma kalori zaidi siku zijazo kadri nitakavyoendelea kuitumia na kuizoea. asante kwa somo rahisi

[@railabs]

@@ubuntubantu2404 That’s great to hear! Nice work 👍🏼 Once you get adapted, you’ll be able to go longer and even start doing intervals. That’s when the real fun begins 🤩😅

[@jaysonparkhurst7422]

@4:04 going reverse on stairs, I turn around and crawl down head first. Obviously slower, but its a great chest and shoulder workout! Long stairs are great! But usually concrete so be careful if anyone tries this

[@railabs]

I have a video where I’m crawling backward and forward on a grassy hill. That’s a great workout too! And yes, a lot more emphasis on the upper body.

[@andrewmcleod9312]

Love this machine. Physical movement in motion works awesome !! static workouts are not for me Thanks for the video !!

[@railabs]

Right on! 👍🏼 And you bet. 🤩

[@sistitulasi]

I love this machine!

[@railabs]

So do I! I did it for 40 minutes this morning after running for 4 miles. Then I did 30 min on the stair machine. 😅

[@AdamsOlympia]

This machine looks amazing. Would love to get one if I ever have 5 or 6 grand to spare. How do you think it compares to a concept 2 rower, for the amount of muscles it engages? (Probably better at legs than a rower?) I love simple, well built machines that can last decades. I'm curious how long the drive train will last before it needs refurbishing/repair? I couldn't find any photos online of the actual mechanism inside it.

[@railabs]

As for the muscle engagement, your legs will get more work on the rower. At least, my thighs always burn more on it. However, I feel the Jacob’s Ladder feels more natural. And yes, they are around 5 grand 💰 🤦 As for the drivetrain, we’ve had this machine at the gym for about 12 years and it’s still working great. They just had to tighten and grease the chain a couple times inside.

[@tiffanyhackerspace8377]

What brand of shoes are you wearing? I just discovered Xero shoes last year. Love my minimalist shoes. They were great on this; could almost feel my foot curl around the dowels.

[@railabs]

These are true minimalist shoes. They have only 1 mm soles. They’re from the L-run company and they’re actually water shoes. I have a whole pile of them at home and choose different color schemes when I buy them. I’m a barefoot runner and advocate, but I’m not allowed to be barefoot in the gym. So these are as close as I can get. 🙏🏼

[@Raymi821]

Noticed not a lot of people in the gym use this machine, why I don’t know because it’s amazing just tried it for the 1st time the other day.

[@railabs]

Hey 👋 Yes, I agree! I kind of like it though because it’s usually always available. I don’t want the secret to get out at my gym. 🤫 🤩

[@Amin_2k]

Great way to annoy all your neighbours haha

[@railabs]

Hahaha! It sure can be 😂

[@surazvlog2629]

My favorite cardio

[@railabs]

Right on! Mine too. I did a 7-mile barefoot run this morning and then finished with 30 minutes on the Jake. 😅 💥

[@erikhalverson81]

Great video! How would you calculate elevation gain?

[@railabs]

Thank you! It’s all taken care of for you. The machine calculates it. I love that feature too. I always strive for a certain distance in a certain time and then try to beat it in successive workouts. 💥 😅

[@jmacc9876]

Any foot pain with this machine over long sessions. Seems like the rungs might cause some foot soreness

[@railabs]

I have a foot issue that pops up every now and then with any form of cardio I do. And this is no different. But otherwise, no it doesn’t case foot pain at all. 👍🏼

[@ajmcclemmons9043]

What is the purpose of the belt? The one at my gym is missing the belt and the staff don't really seem concerned about fixing it. Can I still use the machine without it?

[@railabs]

The belt is quintessential for the use of the machine. It’s what makes it work. You attach it to your body and when you get on the machine, it releases a catch inside that allows it to move. If there is no belt, the machine won’t work. It’s manually operated.

[@ajmcclemmons9043]

@@railabs thank you!

[@railabs]

@@ajmcclemmons9043For Sure!

[@Amin_2k]

What does positive chi mea? 1:46

[@railabs]

It means good attitude and energy 🤩🙏🏼

[@Amin_2k]

@@railabs I love your attitiude, stay positive brother.

[@railabs]

@@Amin_2k Will do! 🙌🏼

[@lissakaye610]

What is the waist strap/line actually for? Is it a safety feature? It’s obviously not for fall arrest 😂…

[@railabs]

That’s what triggers the mechanism inside for it to move.

[@alphamediaglobal-amg4877]

🔥🔥🔥

[@railabs]

Thanks buddy!

[@jaysonparkhurst7422]

@3:35 "we usually walk, but guess what? You can crawl up and down this stairway, just like a squirel, for hours on end if you wanted to!" What more could a man want? 😆

[@railabs]

Hahaha! 😂 Nothing 👍🏼

[@guitarspud1723]

My gym has a jacobs ladder. Only i use it. So its mine.... Muhahaha!

[@railabs]

Hahaha! You’re lucky. The one in our gym is broken and they refuse to fix it. And when it does work, it gets a fair amount of attention.

[@Trezker]

Hmm, my gym actually has a second floor, guess how you get up there? Why bother buying an expensive machine for this?

[@railabs]

My gym does too. And this is on it! ☝️ We also have a network of stairs weaved into the heart of our town, which I frequent often. However, I live in the Rockies and it snows 9 months out of the year. So this is a great option when the weather isn’t so pretty.

[@asfasf9141]

Try crawling.on a treadmill

[@railabs]

That sounds fun. But they only go so high with an incline. You’d probably want to wear gloves too.

[@pawer99412]

👍

[@railabs]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@supersoniccheesy]

Unless you're horribly drunk when you shouldn't be😂

[@railabs]

Well that's never an option with working out!

[@supersoniccheesy]

@@railabs ill be using the latter every day for the rest of the month hopefully see results

[@railabs]

@@supersoniccheesyThat’s awesome! Let me know how you make out. I’m sure you’ll have great results if you use it regularly for that long. 🙌🏼 Ours is currently broken and I’m patiently waiting for it to be fixed. ⏰ 🤔

[@anb2139]

So it’s a machine for bear crawls?

[@railabs]

Nope. It’s a machine where you crawl consistently at an angle. Bear crawls are done on the floor or ground and you can only do them for so long before you get worn out. A REAL bear crawl is actually done with your hips elevated and legs close to straight, btw. A lot of people address them incorrectly ☝️

[@AntSugar]

Are there actually people out here thinking cardio makes you fat? 🤯 Last time I checked runners aren't known for being fat lol

[@railabs]

Yes!! I’ve heard several asshats say it on social media. They’re obviously just trying to create controversy to get more Likes and followers. One of which is that dreadful V-shred guy. 🤦‍♂️

[@ABABABABABABABABABABABABAB]

? The belt on the Jacob's ladder that tells you how tall you are does that really matter that you use it at your right height The one at the gym is so worn out you can't see the numbers anymore And it's been like that for over a year and the owners aren't replacing it Is there a way to know without having the measurements on the belt that you're wearing it properly ?

[@railabs]

The one at out gym is worn out too! I know the max is 6' 4" and I'm about 6'3. So I just move it close to the end. But... you don't really have to follow it to a tee. You can wing it. You just have to be aware that the rungs will move at a faster or slower pace.

[@tiffanyhackerspace8377]

@@railabs Do you happen to know what the shortest setting is, in case the one at our gym is worn out, too?

[@railabs]

@@tiffanyhackerspace8377 I believe it is 5 foot.

[@tiffanyhackerspace8377]

@@railabs I think you're correct, it was either 5'0" or 5'1". Either way, that end of the strap on our machine was NOT worn out, lol!

[@heistruth2865]

Wow 70-80 RPM...Ooh wee

[@railabs]

Yep 👍🏼 Once you get into a groove, you can really dial it up. 😅 Have you used the Jake before?

[@heistruth2865]

@@railabs yes just started using it at my gym. I climbed 600 feet last week & 1,500 feet yesterday. I think my RPM was between 58-60ish...so will keep your advice in mind.

[@railabs]

@@heistruth2865 Excellent work! Just keep moving up gradually and you’ll be killing it in no time 💥

[@NoName-ql1wk]

Nobody has ever said Cardio makes you fat

[@railabs]

Yes they have!! There’s a tool on YT who represents a brand that I’m not going to mention who says it all the time. And I’ve heard other hack artists looking for views say something similar.

[@pcharm3711]

😂

[@railabs]

Good times! 😅

[@Clymax01]

Jacob’s ladder 🪜 is great It’s a shame more gyms don’t have them

[@railabs]

I couldn’t agree with you more! I’m just thankful my gym has one 🙏🏼