For a real beginner, rehab, or the elderly, even adding one plate to a minimal stack can be a big percentage jump. I am way old and getting in shape again and had to start with only 2 bricks and three was a 50% jump, way too big an increase. Wit this tip I can just add a small weight and slowly increase to the next step and never have to worry about stability as long as I lube the rods. Thank you
Thank you !! I am just a beginner at gym, but in my first gym session after long time I noticed I can do with vehichled maximum weights, and now second time I could not train maximum strenght so well anymore with gyms vehichles. I was thinking could I add weights somehow and someone gave me tip of this video. This is so useful!! Thank you :)
Your not the only one. I feel so dumb even though I added a lightweight to it like this before but using just the one pin and didn't even think I could just use another pin near there middle to add buffer weights. Edit: I meant bigger weights but I like buffer weights lol
I just combined both my 220lb stacks using a hook system onto the same wire (had to weld on some extra pulleys), this seems to be a much better way, especially if you can add weight on the front and back (I often feel the supporter rods are too flimsy to allow for too much off-center add-on weight). Will def. try this out :)
My problem later on. How to add weiggt. Home gyms are some limited in weight stack. When starting lifting it's fine but later on. And I don't mean I need double the weight. But 150 lbs can pass in year or two.
Awesome. My machine only has two 82.5lb stacks plus the add on weights with a 1:2 ratio. They wont sell me an expansion stack because they say the frame cant support more for stability reasons... Do you think adding a pair of 45s via this method will be a big deal and/or do you have any tips for creating additional stability? (I asked manufacturer about maybe bolting to the floor and they said they don't recommend it.)
I bought a home gym was wondering how to add weight since home gyms are limited to like 150lbs. Machines have limits but no spotters needed like barbells. Feel safer using a machine. For later on.
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For a real beginner, rehab, or the elderly, even adding one plate to a minimal stack can be a big percentage jump. I am way old and getting in shape again and had to start with only 2 bricks and three was a 50% jump, way too big an increase. Wit this tip I can just add a small weight and slowly increase to the next step and never have to worry about stability as long as I lube the rods. Thank you
I am in the same boat as you are, the next plate was too heavy! I am going to try this option with a smaller weight plate.
oh man i became so strong i really needed this clip
Tell me about it bro. Last week i did 7 reps of cable rows ,this week 11 reps with max weight. It's probably light too. lol.
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Thank you !! I am just a beginner at gym, but in my first gym session after long time I noticed I can do with vehichled maximum weights, and now second time I could not train maximum strenght so well anymore with gyms vehichles. I was thinking could I add weights somehow and someone gave me tip of this video. This is so useful!! Thank you :)
Genius! You saved me a lot of money man! Thank you!
Genius!! Thank you!
brilliant. THank you
Should add a disclaimer to be careful bc that cable can't hold unlimited weight.
Most of the decent gyms have cables that can withstand over 1,000 lbs of force and weight
Great idea, can't believe i didnt think of this, i kept thinking how am i going to add the weight on top (im a dufus)
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Your not the only one. I feel so dumb even though I added a lightweight to it like this before but using just the one pin and didn't even think I could just use another pin near there middle to add buffer weights.
Edit: I meant bigger weights but I like buffer weights lol
Excellent solution. Thank you doc.
simple but genius :)
Aye what about the cable will it be able to hold on most machines
Thanks allot very helpful ! 🙌🏽
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Glad I could help
That was so easy. Thanks!!!!👍💯👊👊
Awesome idea!
Awesome! Thanks!!
I just combined both my 220lb stacks using a hook system onto the same wire (had to weld on some extra pulleys), this seems to be a much better way, especially if you can add weight on the front and back (I often feel the supporter rods are too flimsy to allow for too much off-center add-on weight). Will def. try this out :)
So does it work ok?
Oh wow great tip my guy.
You helped me ❤
So that's what they mean lol. I've seen this suggested on forums but only in written form and had no clue what they were talking about
That's not Jim. That's Dave Batista.
Brilliant!
Could a Marcy home gym (150 pounds) carry extra weight?
Yes
My problem later on. How to add weiggt. Home gyms are some limited in weight stack. When starting lifting it's fine but later on. And I don't mean I need double the weight. But 150 lbs can pass in year or two.
I have the same marcy home gym.
Lol..Simple as that?! Thnx man!
My stack machine keeps lagging the lifter doesn’t go back into the slot do you know how can I fix that???
Awesome. My machine only has two 82.5lb stacks plus the add on weights with a 1:2 ratio. They wont sell me an expansion stack because they say the frame cant support more for stability reasons... Do you think adding a pair of 45s via this method will be a big deal and/or do you have any tips for creating additional stability? (I asked manufacturer about maybe bolting to the floor and they said they don't recommend it.)
I bought a home gym was wondering how to add weight since home gyms are limited to like 150lbs. Machines have limits but no spotters needed like barbells. Feel safer using a machine. For later on.
Bang on thank you.
Thank you bro
This is how you break the cable, because the machine isn’t rated for more weight than it has.
Thanks
Excellent solution! Simple as that :D
My first time seeing this you will get a sub for no reason
And a like lol
Dam that's keeping it simple smart
Gold solution! Thanks
Cool trick
Make sure that plate don't fall on your toes 😀
Thanks Boss
Nice
dude why couldnt i figure this out myself? xD
LOL great idea.
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I'm pretty much an idiot for using one pin for the extra weight, it fell off when I did 💀