Power Racks

1. What is a power rack?

A power rack is a four-post training frame for safe barbell exercises with adjustable J-hooks and spotter arms, all racks include a pull-up bar and can be expanded with attachments like a lat pulldown/row station or Smith machine.

2. What are the key features of R8, R7, R7 Squat Rack, and R5?

R8: premium 7.5x7.5cm posts, 3mm thickness, modular, height 226–231cm, many attachments; R7: 7x7cm posts, 2mm thickness, heights 200/220cm, versatile; R7 Squat Rack: 2-post, 7x7cm posts, 2mm, two heights; R5: entry-level 5x5cm posts, 2mm, holds up to 700kg, compact.

3. Are R8 and R7 compatible with each other?

No, attachments are only compatible within the same series due to different designs.

4. Can the power racks be upgraded afterwards?

Yes, most racks can be expanded: R8 supports uprights, crossbars, and many attachments; R7 allows jammer arms, Smith machine, lat pulldown, or extra beams; R5 has limited options like Six Leg Extension, jammer arms, or landmine.

5. How do you use spotter arms and are they safe?

Spotter arms attach to vertical posts by twisting and hooking, positioned to catch the barbell without restricting motion, making training safe even when alone.

6. What are the advantages of training with a Smith machine?

The bar moves in a guided track, can be hooked at any time, making exercises safer and more stable, facilitating calf raises, beginner-friendly, allows targeted muscle focus, and convenient plate loading.

7. Can a lat pulldown and rowing unit in the rack only be used for pulldowns and rows?

No, the cable system allows bicep curls, tricep pushdowns, face pulls, lateral raises, pullovers, and more with different grips and attachments for a complete routine.

8. Do you need floor protection under the rack?

Plastic feet prevent scratches, but shock- and sound-absorbing floor mats are recommended to reduce noise and protect the floor from dropped equipment.