Functional Trainer Guides
How to Do an Incline Chest Fly on a Functional Trainer?
Learn how to set bench angle and cable height for an incline chest fly functional trainer exercise, then use controlled reps and safe setup cues.
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Find functional trainer buying guides, equipment reviews, setup advice, and workout tips for building a practical home gym and choosing the right cable machine.
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How to Adjust Pulley Height on a REP Fitness Cable Machine
Learn how to adjust REP Fitness cable machine pulley height, move the trolley safely, lock it in place, and check your setup before starting an exercise.
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Does a Life Fitness Cable Machine Have a 2:1 Ratio?
Find out whether a Life Fitness cable machine has a 2:1 ratio, how to check its model and pulley path, and what the ratio means for your workout.
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Can You Convert a Cable Machine from 1:1 to 2:1?
Can you turn 1:1 ratio to 2:1 cable machines? Learn when conversion may work, why manufacturer approval matters, and how it changes cable travel.
Care and RepairsHow to Repair a Legion FT100 Functional Trainer Cable Pulley
Learn how to inspect a Legion FT100 functional trainer cable pulley, spot cable and wheel damage, and decide when to repair or contact support.
Functional Trainer GuidesWhat Should You Avoid When Buying a Functional Trainer?
A functional trainer to avoid may have weak construction, awkward adjustments or unclear support. Check these details before choosing a home gym machine.
Functional Trainer GuidesBest Wall Mounted Lat Pulldown Machines
Compare wall mounted lat pulldown machine options by mounting style, exercise range, storage needs and setup. Find the right cable station for your home gym.
Functional Trainer GuidesBest Smith Machines with Cable Weight Stacks
Compare the best Smith machines with cable weight stacks, including dual stack options, pulley ratios, footprints and features for home strength training.
Functional Trainer GuidesBest Life Fitness Cable Machines
Compare cable equipment and accessories for Life Fitness training spaces, from pulley systems and handles to replacement cables, with fit and setup checks.