Building My Powertec Spare Bedroom Home Gym: BIG versatility in a small space

[@michaelpreston2225]

I have tried the public gyms for years. However, with the constant wait for machines, an women posing for instagram pics and making accusations that men are staring at them in their super tight outfits, I have had enough! I have been looking at Lever Gym for over a year now and will finally get mine just in time for Christmas. I too am turning a spare bedroom into my home gym. I can work out when I want to in the comfort of my home. This piece of equipment is just what I need for the price and footprint in my room. Thank you so much for posting these wonderful videos on the use of the Lever Gym. I have learned so much by watching your channel. Keep up the good work you are doing and God bless you.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much! I recently moved my Levergym back in the garage and I just posted a brand new Levergym Hacks video if you want to check it out.

[@AntiGravityResearch2022]

There were two individuals in my last gym that were like thing one and thing two. If you were doing farmers walks in a lane on the turf, they would come start stretching right in your lane. They frequently would do supersets with 8-10 different PAIRS of dumbells and fixed barbells, taking up a 15 by 15 foot space in front of the dumbells. I’d even seen one put their bottle on a bench that someone was using…AS THE PERSON WAS LEANING BACK TO DO DUMBELL BENCH, luckily that person didn’t dislocate their shoulder.

[@michaelsofine]

He must be getting paid to have so much equipment. I don’t think you need this much bro.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@michaelsofine this is a gym equipment review channel. In order to keep the channel going, I have to have a decent amount of equipment. Quite often, I have to sell equipment in order to have money and make room for new equipment reviews.

[@craignemow6210]

Love your channel, thank you for all the great reviews and hacks. I also sold my powertec levergym….found your channel and just bought another one. Multipress and let attachment next!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@craignemow6210 that is great to hear. Thank you. I really appreciate it.

[@고단자-r8j]

The Powertec Lever Gym is a masterpiece. It's nice to see Lever Gym again.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Really great to hear you say that! It’s always nice to know when someone else likes the Levergym as much as me.

[@m-4478]

I’ve had the leverage gym and attachments for couples years now. Love the small print and endless types of exercise you can do. The best value fitness equipment out there. I plan to be using this equipment until I’m 90.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Great to hear and a nice endorsement for Powertec products! Thanks so much!

[@ryankiss4585]

Im 6’2. Is this to tall to comfortably use the levergym? Will I get full range of motion?

[@brandonwilliams8220]

What’s the difference with tve leverage gym and the one that cost a little more?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@brandonwilliams8220 there’s the Levergym, the Multipress, and the Multisystem. The Multisystem is 3 work stations and I cover some of the differences between the Levergym and Multipress in this video and my stand-alone review of the Multipress.

[@gopibble]

Thanks again.. I watched your video about selling your Lever gym the day mine arrived.. your videos convinced me to get one. I’m glad to see you purchased another.. I love mine.. On another note, I took a blow to the head the same way you did during assembly. Almost knocked me out. I wish there was some kind of safety where you could keep the arms up.. Finally, thanks for including the pup.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Really good to hear you like yours! Glad you’re okay! I’ve shown a few ways to hold up the arms. If it’s close enough to wall, I would just lay them against the wall. I’ve also wedged the pin into place then further secured the arms with a strength band. I’ve also looped a strap / band around the hooks and weight horns. Thanks so much!

[@manuelsamberger9438]

So happy that you bought the Levergym again. Back in the day I subscribed because of that masterpiece of a homegym machine

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much! I’m glad to hear the Levergym helped you find this channel. It’s great to have it back!

[@MarkPMaguire]

Seen your videos, now I’ve been obsessing over Powertec equipment, so thank you for that. Always very thorough, great videos!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thank so much! Great to hear some of my videos have been helpful!

[@babygiantbarbell1014]

I think most of us thought “what has he done?” when you mentioned selling the lever gym. Very glad to see you reunited with one! Great video man!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

lol! Thanks so much, BGB!

[@brianm556]

Your videos are well produced, very informative and enjoyable. Thanks for the great content. Sorry about your head injury, but back assembling equipment within four hours attests to your strength and stamina!! 👍 Totally agree with you about the Powertec dip attachment. That's my favourite as well. Have a great year in 2023!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thank you! Great to hear you like the dip as well; I definitely like it better than body weight dips. I hope your 2023 is great too!

[@robertalexander7661]

I’ve got a 1st generation work bench. It may be more than 20 years old, and it’s still kicking butt!!!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

That is awesome to hear and a nice testament to the durability of the product. Thanks so much!

[@robertalexander7661]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews I’ve wanted a newer model, but hey it’s still doing what it’s supposed to do and then some. I’ve learned to be a little creative with it.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@robertalexander7661 I had one of the old grey benches with the plastic piece that goes around the pad where the head makes contact and I’m sure mine would still be in action too if I didn’t sell it when I moved. You’ve got an antique now. I would hold on to that bench for as long as possible.

[@robertalexander7661]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Yeah, that’s the one!!! Clear plastic over the top part of the bench. Charcoal grey, looks like to me. You know I curious, if the dip station attachment fit?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@robertalexander7661 it should. All of the attachments should work if the attachment connector is 1.75” x 1.75”

[@joeyhart7036]

It's fun setting a home gym.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@joeyhart7036 that and lifting are the 2 best hobbies there are.

[@kris_roro]

Just ordered a Powertec multi press, can’t freaking wait!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Awesome! If you get a chance, please let me know what you think when you’ve had a chance to use it.

[@StevieRichardsFitness]

Great video as usual. The Lever Gym is definitely a versatile piece of equipment. That could be the “one and done” product if someone wanted to get a full body workout with little space.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much, Stevie! Very well said.

[@Bullseye_Strength]

You will always be a legend for taking JBL's head off with that chair shot. 👌

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@Bullseye_Strength 😂

[@johnpain8380]

It is great to see the levergym in action on your channel again. It always inspires me not to ever undervalue the gem proudly sat in one corner of the gym, always ready to go when called upon. Many thanks for sharing! The lever arms we spoke about are going well. A little snag as they use plastic casing for the rollers?!? The plastic snapped away which obviously did not impress me much, but the replacement part came relatively hassle free and quickly. Something I will have to keep my eye on, however. Other than that, they have been good for most exercises. More of a 'pounding' feel to them, getting heavier as they go up similar to using bands or chains, probably due to the levers being bulkier and heavier? Different enough from the powertec levers to warrant a place in my arsenal I feel. As even though, you hit the nail on the head with your demonstration of just how easy and quickly the powertec levers can be adjusted, of course adding to its overall sheer versatility. Also, I agree with the comment about how the incline press feels great. I am sure you will agree that the lever gym has exercises on it that just cannot quite be matched, even by much more expensive single station equipment in some cases.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much! Great to hear you find as much value in the LG as I do and I’m glad your other lever arms are going well. I’m a big fan of variety and it sounds like you have that.

[@johnpain8380]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Same here being a fan of variety. Having options is useful. I have a similar space as your main gym, but without the bonus rooms. So I have to mange the space wisely. A rack is still a mainstay and foundation in my training, so the jammer arms with the latest additions became a must for myself, and the lever gym in my opinion is a must for anyone serious about adding versatility with even just a small space. As ever thank you for the content you bring and keep on keeping it all up. Cheers.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@johnpain8380 thank you!

[@t-manballin2458]

So cool to see this back in action

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much! It’s great to have it back!

[@markgoss9150]

Your home gym is literal heaven, You inspired me to hack my own levergym, bought the leg extension next month I'm torn between the preacher curl or the fly

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much! Of the two, my vote goes to the preacher. I posted a video yesterday where I rank my 19 Powertec products and the preacher came out ahead.

[@marywalton293]

Looks like the perfect place to get out of the colder garage. 💣💣

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

It sure is nice to wear workout clothes rather than bundling up like I’m going outside to play in the snow.

[@moejahi3d3]

Leverage gym and I have the compact leg press plus two adjustable dumbells. Pretty much all I need and a super small footprint for all you can do with the two machines

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Very good to hear and I agree, those pieces of equipment cover a lot of exercises.

[@dylanowens3173]

Even new the $1600 leverage gym model is the best buy of any equipment out there especially if get all the attachments. I can't afford the new models but I got a used10 yr old leverage gym with all the attachments- bicep curl, leg curl, pec fly, triceps push down, leg press and came with diy belt squat platform for $600. And never plan on selling unless I find a used newer model has the exercise band pegs and individual bar arm movement.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I agree and you got a very good deal on your purchase. In my older Levergym Hacks Part 4 video, I show a couple ways to “hack” the older model Levergyms so they come close to having some of the newer features.

[@thebodybeatdownDiTi]

I knew you wouldnt go long without the Powertec goodness..haha..The 2nd we have sellers remorse is the moment we've already mentally said "im getting it again" lol!!..Now DONT sell any of it again..Like we've mentioned before..Its time for a big building that way you have TONS of room.. :D DO IT TO IT!!!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much, Michael! Yeah, you’re exactly right!

[@jamesreachman3797]

dang, this lever gym is feisty man. It went and busted your head open like "If you sell me like the last one there's more of where that came from" xD

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

lol! That is hilarious!

[@Bullseye_Strength]

Another great video. & may I say, that black & yellow Powertec vest looks very fetching on you, sir. 👌

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much! lol! I am getting quite a few compliments while out in public in my new Powertec gear…especially the bright yellow sweatshirt.

[@Gerardo-2282]

Powertec all the way!🤙🏽

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@Gerardo-2282 you got that right!

[@RiteraRacoonOutdoor]

Your tips are really great. I would also like to buy the Levergym. I don't think you can go wrong there. Your channel is the best home gym channel with great videos ,tips and tricks. ! ;) greetings and support from Germany Marco & Racoon

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your comment!

[@jerrymylove1754]

I would love to have that at home.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I definitely feel fortunate to have it in my house and luckily my wife is cool with it.

[@DesignBuildLift]

I love this channel!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much, DBL! Likewise!

[@LukesGarageGym]

Imma need this in my life someday!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

It would be a great addition to LGG!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Nice to see the Levergym back in action! Glad you're ok, man. How tragic and ironic it would've been if the Levergym "whacked" you 😆 Those lever arms tried to get me before too, but I happened to be just out of reach 🤣 I may have to get some of those rubber feet for my Levergym. It tends to move around on my carpet tile flooring. Well done on the video!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thank you, Carter! lol! Very ironic if this machine did me in. I will be interested to see if the feet eliminate the need to add plates to the storage posts. Thanks again!

[@JoseSuarez-bk3qg]

Glad to hear you are alright as that accident could have been very nasty. I knew you were going to get another Lever Gym. They are hard to resist once you owned one. Nice video.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much! There was a second after the hit when I thought it was all over. I didn’t hear it or see it coming…just wham!

[@JoseSuarez-bk3qg]

I’m glad everything turned out well. Stay safe and strong.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@JoseSuarez-bk3qg thank you and you too!

[@aynrandfan7454]

holy the weighted dips with the belt on the lever gym! I will try that tmr on my chest day ...great ideas as always :)

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much! It works better with a harness, but a dip belt will get it done.

[@DrDeusExMachina]

“And where did that bring you? Back to me…” - Thanos (Levergym)

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

lol!! Perfectly worded!

[@kailashsharma2699]

Sorry you had an accident, great video, try carters hack using a magnet to keep lever arms up, I did as well as leaving pin in top hole whenever arms are up

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much. At least I have a good story to tell. I need to give that a try. Thanks so much!

[@kailashsharma2699]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews your welcome see carter’s hack, and use adhesive pad on beloved lever arms😀

[@sachaleia]

Keep in mind, the Five stars are based on my needs for this item kzbin.infoUgkxUHHotQRjIQnfuxEeVotlkHVYWH0DXZoS When I first bought the bike I was going to return it immediately. After trying it out for several days/weeks I came to realize it is actually perfect for WHY I bought it.This is not a workout, the resistance is, eh, it makes a bit of noise, not loud, and it isn’t very stable even with the mat. The mat certainly keeps the bike from sliding but nothing keeps the mat from sliding (if that makes any sense, lol). Mine is place on my hard wood floor. Maybe it would be better with a rug underneath??I sit for long hours for work and wanted something to keep my legs moving. This bike does exactly that! For the price it is amazing, it is compact, easy to use, light weight, keeps track of time, calories etc (not sure how accurate it is) but good little product. I am happy with it.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Sorry to hear about that very difficult situation. I wish you are your dad the best.

[@shaunb2110]

New subscriber, also waiting for the arrival of my lever gym. Your content is pure gold for anyone looking to get the most out of their gym. I hope you're getting some sort of kickback from powertec for your free advertisement.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much for subscribing! And thank you for your kind words. I hope you like your Levergym as much as I have liked mine. I am an affiliate for the company which is helpful if my affiliate links are used.

[@shaunb2110]

@Home Gym Hacks and Reviews will definitely take a peek at the links. Keep up the good work. Thanks.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@shaunb2110 thanks so much!

[@shaunb2110]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews was going to ask, are there any new updates to the lever gym from the model you had?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@shaunb2110 a couple minor updates: bolt on end caps for the roller pads and a pin holder on the back of the machine, which is pretty convenient.

[@timolson-qi5hj]

Does Powertec make that lever arm plate selector that fits on my levergym? Mine just has the holes going through the frame. I like the one that you have that looks like it has two sets of holes that you numbered. I’m always finding I wish I could go a half hole to find that right starting position with my bench up at a slight angle. It looks like it would just fit over the holes I already have with more starting point options. Thanks for sharing.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Unfortunately, the plate that offers more lever arm settings is only available on the new models. The additional settings make a big difference when finding the correct starting position for each exercise.

[@darwincruz9411]

Good video 👍

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thank you, DC!

[@reddragonsubliminal6440]

Trying to find out how to replace the lat pulldown cable? Is there a way to take off the ball stop?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@reddragonsubliminal6440 once you remove all the pulley wheels, you should be able to pull the cable out of the top of the machine (the bottom of the cable has a smaller ball stop so that’s the end that has to go through the machine). I don’t think there is a way to remove the ball stop.

[@mdh8430]

Nice equipment. Do you think that the 3 boxes that the levergym comes in would fit in the back of a SUV with the seats down? Thinking about picking one up in person. Thanks.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I think it will work.

[@ReasonableSelf]

Great video. Keep up the great work. I recently ordered a Levergym and have watched most or all of your videos about it. I have a few quick questions if you would humor me. Did you consider instead pairing the Levergym with the Compact Leg Sled for this room? With the plyo box hack you showed in a previous video, I would have assumed the angle problems for the flat bench press movement would be fixed well enough to do away with the need for a Multipress. I also would have assumed--perhaps incorrectly--that leg press would be a safer quad exercise than leg extensions, as I have for years seen claims that the latter are bad for your knees. Lastly, where can I find an extra pin like the one you showed in the video that you use for safety purposes?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thank you! I got to the point where I needed 14+ 45s on the Sled, which I am not comfortable loading on the hardwood floors. The Plyo Box hack levels out the flat press so that is is basically the same as the Multipress, but it is so nice not having to set the exercise up. With space being somewhat tight in this room, the plyo boxes would have taken up too much room. Unless someone has bad knees or experiences pain when performing leg extensions, I think they are fine. Also, I usually stay at 12 reps or higher for the exercise. I am not sure you can buy the extra pin, I just took mine off the Leg Press attachment. At one point, I used a metal tube I got off a soloflex. If you have a tool shed or know someone who does, there may be something that will work in place of the additional safety.

[@henrikbrmer6318]

I you find a way to make the leverarms “longer” on the levergym in theory the deadlift must be improved much.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

There is really no way to make the Levergym’s arms longer. For deadlifts, if I stood on a box, it would improve the exercise.

[@briand5047]

When you sold the Levergym, it surprised me more than any plot twist from Breaking Bad.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

lol! “If you love something, set it free. If it comes back, it’s meant to be.” 🤓

[@briand5047]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews In an earlier video, you did say something about someday shuffling off to a nursing home with your Levergym.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@briand5047 lol! You’ve got a great memory. That was Ranking My 12 Powertec Products.

[@elba9444]

Great video as always 👌 now I own the im2000 but I really like also the LeverGym. In a few weeks I will move in another apartment and I am really thinking about switching from Ironmaster to Powertec’s levergym, but I am a little worried about the range of motion of the lat pull down (I’m 190 cm) and also about squatting with that thing. Plus, since I got long arms I am also worried about the pressing motion also on incline position, maybe the handles are too near my head than my chest. I really like the im2000 but I can’t do any leg exercise anymore because the bar give me upper back pain. What do you suggest ? Thank you again for your time and your kindness

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much! The Levergym’s bench can be lowered to 12” and the pulley attachment site is 77”. The bench slides horizontally so it can be moved closer to or farther away from the handles. I have a video comparing the two which may help. If the IM 2000 squat hurts, the Levergym Squat will probably hurt too.

[@elba9444]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thanks for your honest reply. I think that the better option, if I have enough space, will be buying the body solid leverage squat machine, I searched a lot but it seems to be the smallest compared to other brands.

[@gregoryanderson7103]

Hello, I have the powertec hyperextension crunch. You mentioned you like the 45 degree hyperextension. I'm trying to decide which is best: 45 degree or superman position feet raised higher closer to 90 degree. I suppose 90 degree is a roman chair position. Which is best in your opinion. Thanks

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I’m reluctant to say one is better than the other. My preference is 45 degrees. You could always cycle the exercises. When you plateau on one, switch to the other. Or, have an A and B lower body training day and perform one on your A Day and the other on your B Day.

[@BIGACHX5]

Got a quick question for you. Im loving my Powertec levergym but i noticed that with squats it is EXTREMELY squeeky and creeky... Like super loud and I just cant pin point where the sound is coming from. Have you experienced this and any remediation advice? Thanks!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Glad you’re happy with the LG. It’s either where the pins go into the arms or more likely it’s the squat bar. The squat bar revolves around an inner pipe for fluidity. I haven’t had that issue, so I haven’t tried this, but spraying silicone spray inside of the squat bar (probably using one of the straws) could help.

[@georgepopescu1327]

why do you have both of those, I don't really understand?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

The Levergym has the high / low pulley and the lever arms’ attachment site is higher making it good for leg exercises. The Multipress is a better option for flat press and decline. I also wanted to get both for the purpose of reviewing side by side.

[@AnthonyVenmans]

Excellent video!! Nice review! Any plans for floor protection?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thank you! I may end up regretting it if I accidentally drop a plate, but with the rubber covering on the feet of the Powertec pieces, I think the floors will be fine. There’s no floor damage from when it was the Ironmaster Gym.

[@RonMexico527]

Hey HGHR, any problems using the Powertec Lever Gym with the Ironmaster super bench? Already have the Ironmaster and all its attachments but looking at the lever gym.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@RonMexico527 I never tried to use the IM Bench with the LG, but I have heard it doesn’t work great for some of the presses on the LG because the frame of the bench gets in the way and it’s hard to get your body lined up properly with the lever arms. However, the Powertec FID bench has the sliding feature. Luckily, the Powertec bench comes with the Levergym, so if you get the LG you will have the bench.

[@RonMexico527]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thanks. Sucks because I don’t really want 2 benches lol. Was looking at a used one, but thanks!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@RonMexico527 I have an older video comparing the two benches. I stand by everything I said in the video: for dumbbell and barbell work and for ease of adjustment, I prefer the IM Bench. However, when used with the Levergym and especially for its 6 plate loaded attachments, the Powertec FID comes out ahead.

[@nznben]

Are there any issues with the load capacity on installing a gym in a second floor bedroom? Was going to do the same, but was concerned with structural integrity :/

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

When I set this gym up, I tried to have the majority of the weight along the outside wall of the house. Also, nothing was ever loaded much more than 300 pounds. For example, I wouldn’t recommend having a Power Rack in the middle of the room with a ton of 45s stored along its uprights. Lastly, I didn’t do any lifts where there was the potential to drop a weight from a substantial distance; for example, bailing on a 405 barbell squat and letting the Power Rack safeties catch the weight.

[@bobbyhunt3009]

I know U love Powertech equipment and their stuff is great but what do U think about a Power rack from REP or Rogue. It seems a lot of people start with a power rack when building their home gym and I was wondering what are your thoughts of a power rack.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I probably won’t buy a Power Rack again, but if I did, I would go with REP. I prefer machines over bars. I do like some specialty bars, but I sold my Rack to make room for more machines.

[@bobbyhunt3009]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews me too Machines over bars

[@johandubois3307]

hey, thanks for all the info. Is there a reason one would buy both the multipress and the lever gym? Thanks!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Originally, I was going to get the Multipress and Powertec Lat Pulldown, but when I thought about the Levergym basically being a pulldown machine with lever arms, the Levergym made more sense to me. The Levergym’s arms can do exercises the Multipress lever arms can’t and vice versa.

[@mars0494]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thank you so much for the quick answer sir! Have a great day,

[@hobbesab]

can you do a video short on here or on IG showing the layout of the entire room? If it's in the video, I missed it lol

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I scanned the room a couple times, but off the top of my head, I’m not sure about the time stamps. I’ll do a future gym tour and show the room from more angles.

[@JamesC102]

I’ve seen Body Solid come out with its own version of a leverage gym. Wonder how similar it is to this 🤔

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

It looks decent. It doesn’t have ISO Arms which is the biggest difference.

[@GoreckiFit]

If I had more space I’d probably have the Multi-press because I think it would be great for my pressing exercises, especially decline since that’s a tough one to go heavy w just dumbbells and a bench. As always, I’m a bit jealous of all the space you have 😂

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Agreed, heavy dumbbell declines are not fun to get into position. I’ve got to thank my wife for all the space…this wouldn’t be possible without her being cool with this crazy hobby 😂

[@GoreckiFit]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews yeah my gf draws the line at the basement and that’s why I’ve squeezed every inch I can down there 😂

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@GoreckiFit I am sure your wallet thanks her for setting some boundaries 🤓

[@krishnaratree6946]

Spare part : axis lever arms. Where I can buy ?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I would contact Powertec’s customer service team or check eBay.

[@JohnathonAkaBoog]

Any thoughts on the Iron Master 2000 almost a year later? Do you still have it, do you still use it? Would it be worth for someone that wants a smith machine or is it better to look at other options?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I still have it and it is one of my favorite machines. I used to say the old Cybex Smith was the best Smith, but I honestly think the IM 2000 is better now that I’ve had it for about 15 months. It’s smoother, quieter, and it has more lock-out points than the Cybex. I have quite a few videos and KZbin Shorts showing it in action.

[@mdh8430]

Nice equipment. Is there a way to hack the multi press to do squats? Thanks

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I tried a few years back, but never found a way I really liked to do squats on the MP.

[@mdh8430]

Thanks

[@cyndavanorsdale2639]

Just a quick question...I want to get some stickers exactly like yours as they seem to work for you and I have same PowerTec equipment...do you remember exact name place you got them ???

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I have them linked in my Amazon affiliate store in the description of this video. There are .4” and 1”. For the LG, I am using .4”.

[@mikkelpil]

Do you by chance know exacly how many centimeters extra space is needed behind it for the leverarm and a 45 pound? The room i want to set it up in is only a total of 275 cm lengthwise, so i hope the levergym Can fit there? 🤞

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@mikkelpil about 61 cm

[@mikkelpil]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Great, thanks for the Quick reply and your great hacks, that have lead me to want to buy a levergym, and i Think it Can fit i my shed, right on the dot - i hope haha

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@mikkelpil glad to help. If 45s don’t work, there’s always the good ol’ 35s 🤓

[@mikkelpil]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviewsThanks to you i bought the levergym, and it fit with a bit room to spare, and i could not be happier with the levergym! It is amazing, and especially pressing movements freels great on my joints, better than any machines i have ever tried! Anyhow, i want the Preacher curl to the bench, but not sure there is enough room for the swing arm. The website says the depth is 61 cm, but is that including the Preacher pad? How far out from the bench post, does the arm swing out at the longest position if you know?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@mikkelpil really good to hear, thank you for letting me know. I just connected the preacher to the bench and the lever arm will swing out 26” beyond the utility bench connector if 10 pound plates are on the weight horns.

[@adriang2577]

Hey buddy, would you know off any sellers in the US willing to ship to Australia? Thanks

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I am sorry. I don’t. I would contact Powertec and see if they have any options.

[@adriang2577]

@HomeGymHacksandReviews Are you familiar with fitness zone website? Are they rebuable? Worried I send funds and won't get the equipment l, or you may know off a decent site. Thank you

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@adriang2577 I’m sorry. I don’t know anything about them. Hopefully, someone who has experience with them will reply to your comment.

[@davidpham3584]

@@adriang2577 Hey, might be late, but an equivalent to the Powertec LeverGym is the ATX Triplex Multi Gym. You can grab it from Sam's fitness in Australia.

[@lalalalalala8314]

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[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

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[@robertsanden1347]

Website says the cable weight is rated for 300 lbs. The website says it "feels" like you are pulling 50%. So does this mean you really are pulling 150 if you had 300 on there? Really interested in the Levergym but wondering about this?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

That is correct. I’ve had 6 45s on the cable for Pulldowns and I can’t imagine needing much more than that. If you are super super strong, it could potentially be an issue, but for the above average lifter and everyone else, it should be fine.

[@robertsanden1347]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thanks for the reply. I enjoy your content about these machines. I guess worst case IF I were to max it out someday is add something to the home gym that could accommodate more. This looks to be exactly what I want!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@robertsanden1347 in Levergym Hacks Part 5, I show my new and preferred way to perform Pulldowns, which requires less weight. If you get it, I hope you like it as much as I do.

[@elba9444]

Can I ask you the measurements of the adapters ? I mean the length of the adapter where you store plates, just ordered my powertec levergym 🎉

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Congratulations! Please let me know what you think. I have the 9” Olympic Adapter Sleeves on my storage posts.

[@elba9444]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thank you, can’t wait to finally try that machine. I will make a few videos. Can I also ask you What additional space does the lat/pulley lever movement trajectory requires ?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@elba9444 about 2 feet if using 45 pound plates.

[@elba9444]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thank you for your time!

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@elba9444 glad to help!

[@dannyrodriguez5737]

Did you sell the Ironmaster equipment?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I kept most of the Ironmaster Equipment. I have a video showing what I sold, how much I got for each piece and what I kept.

[@dannyrodriguez5737]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thanks. I saw that video but perhaps missed where you moved the IM2000 from the spare bedroom.

[@umothercracker]

Is the Powertec strong and sturdy enough to be used in a personal training studio?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

While not commercial-grade and I don’t recommend in a heavily used commercial gym, I have seen plenty of Powertec products in smaller personal training studios.

[@umothercracker]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thanks. On another note, I saw Powertec also sells a larger footprint unit, called Workbench. Have you ever tried that? If space is not an issue, do you think it would be worth to invest in that instead?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@umothercracker most of their stuff is called Workbench. Are you talking about the Multisystem? I’ve always liked the Levergym better, but the Multisystem has some advantages: the pressing station is better for flat presses and the Lever Squat doesn’t require any set up.

[@umothercracker]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews sorry, yes that's what I meant. Do you have a video where you review that multisystem unit? Thanks

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@umothercracker I’m sorry, I do not. I have a review for almost every Powertec product, just not that one.

[@robbmacdonald9164]

is the new Levergym bench more stable than previous models?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

It depends how far you go back. The bench that was on my first and second Multipress and older Levergym models had very few settings and didn’t feel as stable as this one. This model has been in place for a few years. I would still like to see this model bench receive an update. Its a bit of give and take…it has more adjustments than any other bench, but all those adjustments will impact the stability.

[@robbmacdonald9164]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Appreciate your thoughtful reply. Thanks.

[@dannyrodriguez5737]

​@@HomeGymHacksandReviews I know this old, but have you used the Ironmaster bench with the Levergym? If so, can all exercises be done without compromise from the included PT bench?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@dannyrodriguez5737 although I have it, I’ve never used the Ironmaster Bench with the LG. Rather, if you have seen some of my old videos, for a couple years, I used my old school red incline bench with the Levergym and found many of the angles better. I have heard others use the IM Bench in conjunction with the Levergym without issue. The biggest thing would be the Powertec Bench locks into the Levergym giving it added stability, especially when bands are in place. However, the IM bench has an H Frame which will sit on the Levergym’s footplate giving it stability.

[@dannyrodriguez5737]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews ok thanks! I'm picking up a hell of a deal on a Levergym, new model, and already have the Ironmaster package. Won't keep both, but I do love the Ironmaster bench. I'll try it out and see. Thanks as always for your responsiveness.

[@toddmckay5013]

I laughed a bit too hard at this, not in a bad way, but just imagining selling all my stuff only to buy it back again and have to justify that to my wife. She's a patient understanding one for sure!! hen you wanna sell these in 10 months, give me a holler btw! LOL In all seriousness - I am tall 6'5 and always assumed the lever gym pull down would be to short for me.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

lol! Yeah, she is super understanding, but she is getting a lot of use out of it, so she is happy. It is a newer model with a couple of new features like the pin storage ring, which is oddly convenient and the bolt on end caps. Also, I think it says a lot about the machine to get it twice. With the seat in the decline position, it should work for you depending on the size of the attachment. I think I mention the distance between the back pad and upper pulley in my Prime Fitness attachment video.

[@WesTx432]

My lever gym was the final piece I needed to not miss a commercial gym. It’s not perfect but it does so much I have a small space. I have a half rack for the big lifts, I single column cable from titan, leg developer from titan, pec deck/ fly machine from total, lever gym, and power blocks, I can do everything now

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

That is a very well-rounded gym! You’ve done well! You’re exactly right. It doesn’t do everything perfectly, but it does just about everything very very well.

[@torstenferber5639]

Great

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Thanks so much, TF! Great to hear from you again!

[@torstenferber5639]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews I also have this device at home.

[@torstenferber5639]

Just haven't found out at what height the lever arms should be positioned. So which hole. I'm looking forward to seeing your practice videos on what you can do with it.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@torstenferber5639 I have an older 3 Part Training series and a Full Body Routine using only the LG if you haven’t seen them.

[@joseppebatman]

“Didn’t want to go to the ER but my wife made me”. Lol I’ve said that before. I guess that’s why married men live longer 🎉

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

lol! Very true.

[@bobbyhunt3009]

U say if u could have only 1 piece of equipment, U pick the Lever gym as that piece. That's not fair though because the Lever gym offers multiple exercises. LOL Seriously though, if u could have just one piece of equipment that only did one or two exercises what would it be? What is your favorite piece and what is your favorite exercise? Maybe the Rogue Rhino huh?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Even the Rhino can do so much. Just one machine that really only has one exercise: either the Fettle Pendulum Squat or the Nautilus Pullover.

[@bobbyhunt3009]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Oh Yea I forgot about the Pullover. The Pullover by far would be mine No way I will ever have one, just too expensive but Yes, I live that machine

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@bobbyhunt3009 I’ve had a couple people reach out and say they’ve found really good deals on Nautilus Pullovers at auctions and on a rare occasion, one will show up on marketplace decently priced.

[@bobbyhunt3009]

@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thnkx, I will look on there and see what I can find. The pullover is my all time favorite machine.

[@danski6694]

Bro - you’re the man! Just curious, are you married? How does your wife feel about all this? Lol I guess if you’re getting some income from youtube its worth it right?! Maybe I’ll start a channel too - call it the “Dad Bod Workout” lol

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

lol! Thanks so much! I am. I mention her and show her benching on the Multipress in this video. She is cool with it because she is getting into lifting again.

[@yayay9461]

Sound like you working at the power tech 😂😂😂

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Maybe one day.

[@Nobody.333]

no powertec in Asia

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Sorry to hear that. Hopefully, the brand will expand to your country.

[@rexcolt7203]

got nearly killed by his beloved levergym that s the punishment u got bec u sold the older one ^^

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

lol! You’re right! I deserved it! 🤓

[@jessef85]

"What doesn't kill you makes you stronger." Not funny that it hit your head though.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

I got lucky it wasn’t worse.

[@freelancerAM]

I want this equipment so badly, but I need to wait until the peak crypto bull run haha.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Please let me know what you think when you get it. I had to sell so much stuff to get my first Levergym including 2 kayaks, a bunch of strength equipment, and I had a couple collections I sold to make it happen…I don’t regret it.

[@solslastcannula5665]

Hip surgery? How old is your wife?

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

The issue started from a softball injury in High School, and gradually got worse. She is in her 40s.

[@DesignBuildLift]

Literally bleeding 🩸 for the home gym community!!! 🤘🤘🤘

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

lol! All in the name of Equipment Reviews!

[@biglampar556]

These guys make the better lever machine - RAPT Leverage Functional Trainer by BRUTEforce. They have a lever to allow You to squat starting at the top.

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

@@biglampar556 I don’t think that brand is available in the US. I can start squats at the top on the Levergym.