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Upper Body Machines Michael Tabers 10/22/26 Upper Body Machines Michael Tabers 10/22/26

Mikolo S7 T-Bar Linear Row Machine Review

The Mikolo S7 is a compact, chest-supported linear row that runs smoothly on rails and offers strong value with a couple of cheap DIY tweaks.

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Lower Body Equipment Michael Tabers 10/16/26 Lower Body Equipment Michael Tabers 10/16/26

Legion Fitness LELC Review

The Legion Fitness Equipment LELC bridges the gap between budget options and full commercial units, offering a smooth, natural resistance curve without the massive price tag.

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Upper Body Machines, Plate-Loaded Machines Michael Tabers 10/9/26 Upper Body Machines, Plate-Loaded Machines Michael Tabers 10/9/26

Mikolo SR06 Linear Row Machine Review

The Mikolo SR06 is a very cheap fixed-path row machine with real tradeoffs, but it can still make sense for budget home gym upper-back work.

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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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Leg Machines, Plate-Loaded Machines Michael Tabers 3/9/26 Leg Machines, Plate-Loaded Machines Michael Tabers 3/9/26

RitFit BLP01 2-In-1 Leg Press and Hack Squat Machine Review

A surprisingly smooth budget leg press/hack squat combo that shines at coupon pricing, but feels lighter-duty and can hit limits for stronger lifters.

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Leg Machines, Home Gym Equipment Michael Tabers 3/6/26 Leg Machines, Home Gym Equipment Michael Tabers 3/6/26

BalanceFrom/Signature Fitness Commercial Leg Press (SF-L2) Review

One year later, this budget “commercial” 45-degree leg press feels smooth and stable, with a few small ergonomic tradeoffs that matter over time.

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Lower Body Equipment, Leg Machines, Machines Michael Tabers 3/2/26 Lower Body Equipment, Leg Machines, Machines Michael Tabers 3/2/26

Freak Athlete Hyper Pro Review (GHD Attachment + Leg Developer)

The Freak Athlete Hyper Pro is the ultimate Swiss Army Knife for lower body home gym movements and more.

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Leg Machines, Lower Body Equipment Michael Tabers 1/28/26 Leg Machines, Lower Body Equipment Michael Tabers 1/28/26

GMWD PS01 Plate-Loaded Pendulum Squat Review

An affordable pendulum squat with excellent depth and comfort, but real limitations in loadability and overall stability.

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Power Racks Michael Tabers 1/22/26 Power Racks Michael Tabers 1/22/26

Iron Bull Strength Frankenstein Power Rack Review

A smart mixed-hole upright concept with great design, but real fitment and layout compromises that matter once you live with it at premium pricing.

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Strength Equipment, Machines Michael Tabers 12/20/25 Strength Equipment, Machines Michael Tabers 12/20/25

ATX Vertical Leg Press Review

A compact vertical leg press that delivers smooth movement and deep range of motion, with clear tradeoffs in adjustability and versatility.

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