Cable Machines for your Home Gym

Cable Machines A Popular Choice for Home Gyms

Are you looking to take your home workouts to the next level or create more variety. If so, cable machines are a popular choice in a lot of our home gym designs. Whether in your Garage, Garden Room or a corner in your home gym, these versatile and effective fitness tools offer a wide range of exercises that target different muscle groups, helping you achieve your fitness goals faster and more efficiently. We will outline some of the benefits of cable machines and introduce you to some  of our top-quality options for your home gym, including the Inspire FTX, Inspire FT1, Watson DAP, and NOHRD Slim Beam.

 

What makes cable machines so Useful

Cable machines are designed to provide constant tension throughout the entire range of motion, unlike free weights or resistance bands. This constant tension helps to activate more muscle fibers, leading to greater muscle growth and strength gains. Additionally, cable machines allow for a wide variety of exercises, targeting different muscle groups from multiple angles. This versatility makes cable machines suitable for beginners and advanced fitness enthusiasts alike.

Its important to make the correct cable ratio choice when choosing your cable machine to suit your training, so read our understanding cable ratios & cable machines feature.

 

Inspire FTX : Value For Money

The Inspire FTX is an excellent value, durable cable machine that offers a wide range of exercise options. With its dual weight stacks and adjustable pulleys, you can perform exercises such as lat pulldowns, cable crossovers, tricep pushdowns, and more. The FTX also features a compact design, making it perfect for home gyms with limited space.

• Heavy-duty 2" x 4" oval and 3" round 11 gauge tubular steel frame

• Electrostatic powder coat offers a durable, maintenance free finish

• Quick, one-handed adjustable high/low pulley system adjusts to more than thirty height positions for all of your exercise needs

• Dual independent weight stacks allow you to work each side of the body independently for a more balanced workout

• 5 resistance ratios provide a smooth, continuous feel and a longer range of motion for more versatility in your exercise movement

• 5 accessories: 2 x  D-handles, 1 x Chin/Dip belt, EZ dual hook curl bar & triceps rope

• Also Inspire FTX Package including a bench.

 

The Inspire FT1: A space-saving solution

If you're looking for a cable machine that takes up even less space, the Inspire FT1 is an excellent choice. This functional trainer features a single weight stack and adjustable pulleys, allowing you to perform a variety of exercises in a compact footprint. The FT1 is perfect for those who want a versatile cable machine without sacrificing too much space in their home gym- perfect for a corner.

•  Heavy-duty 2""x4"" oval and 3"" round 11 gauge tubular steel.

•  The Electrostatic Powder Coat offers a durable, maintenance free finish.

•  The quick, one-handed adjustable high/low pulley system adjusts to more than thirty height positions for all of you exercise needs.

• The dual weight stacks allow you to work each side of the body independently for a more balanced workout.

•  5 resistance ratios provide a smooth, continuous feel and a longer range of motion for more versatility in your exercise movements.

•  2 x 160 lb / 73kg Commercial Weight Stacks with Solid Guide Rods and Centre Drilled Weight Plates.

• Also Inspire FT1 Package including a bench.

 

Watson DAP: The ultimate cable machine

For those who are serious about their strength training, the Watson DAP is the ultimate cable machine, exceptional quality, smoothest on the market and you can choose the frame colours to suit your space. With its heavy-duty construction and smooth pulley system, the DAP can handle the most intense workouts. This cable machine offers a wide range of exercise options, including cable rows, chest presses, bicep curls, and more. If you're looking for a cable machine that can withstand heavy use and provide a challenging workout, the Watson DAP is the one for you.

•  7cm x 7cm x 4cm box section steel with heavy, dual weight stacks to challenge the most experienced athletes. 
• Ultra-compact yet incredibly versatile

• Super smooth twin 100 kg weight stacks

• Multi-position chin up bars

• Fully height adjustable pulley

• Lifetime warranty

 

NOHRD Slim Beam: A stylish addition to your home gym

If aesthetics are important to you, the NOHRD Slim Beam is the cable machine for you. With its sleek and elegant design choice of wood/colour finishes, the Slim Beam adds a touch of sophistication to any home gym. But don't let its looks fool you – the Slim Beam is also a highly functional cable machine, when you set it up, you can choose a 3:1, 2:1 or 1:1 ratio.  With its adjustable cable height and smooth pulley system, you can perform a wide range of exercises to target different muscle groups.

The Slim Beam should be wall or ceiling mounted to studs or can be free standing with our freestanding foot accessory or  attach to the ceiling with the NOHRD Celing Clamp.

• Base plate: 17.3""

• Height: 84.6""

• Width: 15.7""

• Depth: 7.8""

• Distance to wall: 3.9""

• 14 weights: 11.02 lbs /ea

• 1 start weight: 11.02 lbs

• Total weight: ca. 165.5lbs

 

Concluding thoughts

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fitness enthusiast, cable machines are a valuable addition to any home gym. Their versatility, effectiveness, and ability to provide constant tension make them a must-have for anyone looking to take their workouts to the next level. Consider adding the Inspire FTX, Inspire FT1, Watson DAP, or NOHRD Slim Beam to your home gym setup and start reaping the benefits of cable machine training today!