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MAXUM LEC3 Review
Leg Machines, Machines Michael Tabers 7/22/26 Leg Machines, Machines Michael Tabers 7/22/26

MAXUM LEC3 Review

The MAXUM LEC3 is a combo machine that excels at lying hamstring curls but requires some tweaks for leg extensions. Here is my full review

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Body Solid GFT100 Functional Trainer Review
Functional Trainers Michael Tabers 7/21/26 Functional Trainers Michael Tabers 7/21/26

Body Solid GFT100 Functional Trainer Review

A smooth and reliable standalone functional trainer with wide cable spacing and strong warranty coverage.

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GMWD WJ00 Bicep Curl / Tricep Extension Cable Machine Review
Home Gym Machines, Upper Body Machines, Plate-Loaded Machines Michael Tabers 7/21/26 Home Gym Machines, Upper Body Machines, Plate-Loaded Machines Michael Tabers 7/21/26

GMWD WJ00 Bicep Curl / Tricep Extension Cable Machine Review

A compact 1:1 arm machine with real value for home gyms, but the budget build shows up in the details.

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Fringe Sport Slim Gym Wall Mounted Functional Trainer Review
Functional Trainers Michael Tabers 7/16/26 Functional Trainers Michael Tabers 7/16/26

Fringe Sport Slim Gym Wall Mounted Functional Trainer Review

A low-profile cable trainer designed to bring functional training into tight spaces.

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REP Fitness Leg Extension and Leg Curl Bench Attachment Review
Bench Attachments, Legs Michael Tabers 7/16/26 Bench Attachments, Legs Michael Tabers 7/16/26

REP Fitness Leg Extension and Leg Curl Bench Attachment Review

The REP Leg Extension and Leg Curl Attachment feels far more machine-like than most bench add-ons, but the leg curl still works best with bands.

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Rogue Kabuki Transformer Bar Review
Specialty Bars Michael Tabers 7/13/26 Specialty Bars Michael Tabers 7/13/26

Rogue Kabuki Transformer Bar Review

The Rogue Kabuki Transformer Bar is a highly versatile specialty bar that allows you to change the camber angle and weight distribution. Here is my full review.

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Bells of Steel Shoulder Boulder Review
Power Rack Attachments Michael Tabers 7/13/26 Power Rack Attachments Michael Tabers 7/13/26

Bells of Steel Shoulder Boulder Review

The Bells of Steel Shoulder Boulder is a unique attachment for targeting your delts. Here is a quick look at how it works and if it's worth adding to your gym.

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Rogue Manta Ray Adjustable Bench Review
Adjustable Benches Michael Tabers 7/10/26 Adjustable Benches Michael Tabers 7/10/26

Rogue Manta Ray Adjustable Bench Review

The Rogue Manta Ray is an incredibly overbuilt adjustable bench with a fantastic decline setup, but its price makes it hard to justify for most home gyms.

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Pod Company Ice Pod Pro Cold Plunge Review
Home Wellness & Recovery Michael Tabers 7/9/26 Home Wellness & Recovery Michael Tabers 7/9/26

Pod Company Ice Pod Pro Cold Plunge Review

A simple, affordable cold plunge that works well as an entry point, but the maintenance is more demanding than I would want long term.

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Ancore Pro Portable Cable System Review
Cable Machines Michael Tabers 7/9/26 Cable Machines Michael Tabers 7/9/26

Ancore Pro Portable Cable System Review

A portable cable system that delivers functional-trainer movements almost anywhere, but with a 65-pound resistance ceiling.

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RitFit PLC01 2-in-1 Leg Extension and Leg Curl Machine Review
Leg Machines, Home Gym Machines Michael Tabers 7/8/26 Leg Machines, Home Gym Machines Michael Tabers 7/8/26

RitFit PLC01 2-in-1 Leg Extension and Leg Curl Machine Review

The RitFit PLC01 fixes the biggest problem with cheap plate-loaded leg extension and leg curl machines — the resistance curve — but it still carries clear budget-machine tradeoffs in ergonomics and refinement.

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Rogue MG-4CN Multi-Grip Adjustable Camber Bar Review
Specialty Bars, Barbells Michael Tabers 7/8/26 Specialty Bars, Barbells Michael Tabers 7/8/26

Rogue MG-4CN Multi-Grip Adjustable Camber Bar Review

The Rogue MG-4CN is the first multi-grip camber bar I've used that truly feels adjustable enough to fit my body and training.

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Landmark Athletics TC-EXT3 Review
Power Racks Michael Tabers 7/6/26 Power Racks Michael Tabers 7/6/26

Landmark Athletics TC-EXT3 Review

The Landmark TC-EXT3 is an all-in-one power rack that includes every attachment imaginable and features a brilliant swappable 1:1 cable ratio. Here is my full review.

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Rogue Monster Lever Arms 2.0 Review
Power Rack Attachments Michael Tabers 7/6/26 Power Rack Attachments Michael Tabers 7/6/26

Rogue Monster Lever Arms 2.0 Review

The Rogue Lever Arms 2.0 feature a brilliant trolley system, but do they solve the inherent problems of lever arms? Here is my full review.

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GMWD Bench Press and Shoulder Press Machine V7 Review
Michael Tabers 7/6/26 Michael Tabers 7/6/26

GMWD Bench Press and Shoulder Press Machine V7 Review

The GMWD V7 gives you flat bench, incline, and shoulder press in one compact footprint for $600. Here is my full review of the best budget converging press machine for home gyms.

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Force USA Solitude Leg Extension and Leg Curl Review: The Best Machine for Hamstring Curls?
Leg Machines, Lower Body Equipment Michael Tabers 7/6/26 Leg Machines, Lower Body Equipment Michael Tabers 7/6/26

Force USA Solitude Leg Extension and Leg Curl Review: The Best Machine for Hamstring Curls?

The Force USA Solitude is a center-driven selectorized combo machine with commercial-grade build quality and the best prone hamstring curl feel I have tested. Here is my full review.

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Fringe Sport Dane 2.0 Review: My Favorite Budget All-in-One Rack
Power Racks, All-In-One Racks, Functional Trainers Michael Tabers 7/4/26 Power Racks, All-In-One Racks, Functional Trainers Michael Tabers 7/4/26

Fringe Sport Dane 2.0 Review: My Favorite Budget All-in-One Rack

The Fringe Sport Dane 2.0 delivers a 1:1 cable ratio, dual 160 lb stacks, and a full power rack in one footprint for under $3,000. Here is my full review.

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Centr 3 / Inspire SF3 Functional Trainer Smith Machine Review
Functional Trainers, Smith Machine Michael Tabers 7/4/26 Functional Trainers, Smith Machine Michael Tabers 7/4/26

Centr 3 / Inspire SF3 Functional Trainer Smith Machine Review

One of the smoothest all-in-one home gym machines I’ve used, with a genuinely useful Smith machine and a compact footprint that still makes sense.

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NordicTrack X24 Treadmill Review
Cardio Equipment Michael Tabers 7/3/26 Cardio Equipment Michael Tabers 7/3/26

NordicTrack X24 Treadmill Review

The NordicTrack X24 features a massive 40-degree incline and a 24-inch touchscreen, making it the ultimate indoor hiking simulator. Here is my full review.

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XMaster Posterior Chain Trainer Review
Lower Body Equipment, Machines Michael Tabers 7/3/26 Lower Body Equipment, Machines Michael Tabers 7/3/26

XMaster Posterior Chain Trainer Review

The XMaster Posterior Chain Trainer is a massive, commercial-grade machine that combines a reverse hyper, GHD, and Nordic curl station. Here is my full review of this heavy-duty all-in-one unit.

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