The Titan Fitness Seated Leg Extension / Leg Curl Resistance Profile Fix + 2 Year Update
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- Опубліковано 20 лис 2022
- I have had the Titan Fitness Seated Leg Extension / Leg Curl Machine for nearly 2 years. In fact, it is one of the only Titan Fitness pieces of home gym equipment I still own and it is one of my favorite Titan Fitness machines. However, it has been well established the machine lacks resistance in the starting position of both the leg extension and leg curl. This video shows my favorite hack to improve the machine’s resistance profile.
Study: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33009...
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Came here to figure out how the leg curl works and appreciate the tutorial! Never would have figured this out on my own. The resistance hack is MUCH appreciated.
Really good to hear the video was helpful. Thanks so much!
This is absolutely galaxy brain stuff. I'm looking to purchase this machine when I move in a few months, and this hack makes my purchase decision even easier.
Very cool. I hope you like the machine as much as I do. I sold most of my equipment recently, but I couldn’t sell this machine.
Also, I am not the originator of this idea (I have no idea who is) but I don’t think anyone has made a video about it.
I was also holding back on buying one of these due to the resistance profile, but this has made my day, and I'm now going to hunt out a Black Friday Deal. Cheers!
@@healthfitness5375 great to hear!
Been watching the great content on this channel for a few months now. This hack right here is an absolute game changer!
I truly appreciate that. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing this! This is a much more convenient idea than attaching a cable system to the leg curl/ext.
Thanks so much and I agree.
Great follow up review...you continue to provide meaningful contributions to the home gym community! Keep up the great work!
I really appreciate that, TB! Thank you!
Hey, this was a super helpful video. I appreciate this and just wanted to tell you thanks for taking the time to share this hack.
I really appreciate that. Thank you.
Binged watched some of your vids over Thanksgiving. Gotta give it to you man, You’re the king of hacks. I picked up some great tips watching your content. Thanks man i liked, and subbed 👍🏾💪🏾
Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind words and I’m so glad to hear some of my videos have been helpful.
Love my Titan. Can't wait to try the new hack! Thanks for that ✌️
Great to hear you like the machine too! If you get a chance, please share your results with the hack.
I have an old Body-Solid version of this machine and I must say WOW! Total game changer! Both extensions and curls feel better!!!! Thanks HGHR!!!
Really good to hear! Thanks for letting us know how it worked for you.
Simplicity is the Hallmark of genius. Thanks for posting.
Very true…if it requires construction, I’m probably not going to do it.
holy crap this is friggin' brilliant. i knew this piece from titan had the issue of there being basically no resistance at the start of the movement. but this hack looks like that solves that issue rather nicely. i might just go ahead and get this machine now.
Very cool. I continue to use this modification and it continues to impress me.
This is awesome man. I now feel comfortable going with a plate loaded machine for these exercises. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much! Good to hear the video was helpful.
Dude! Thank you. Great hack. I purchased this machine recently but was concerned about needing more resistance. Now I am smiling!
Great to hear!
Legend! I have had this machine in my sights for a while, just need to save up for a while before I pull the trigger, and this fixes the only concern I actually had!
Great to hear! I hope you like the machine and the fix as much as I do. Please let me know when you get it and try it.
This is a really innovative solution. I had given up on these types of machines and was preparing to buy a commercial leg extension and leg curl machine so that I would have consistent resistance throughout the movement. This hack will likely save me a lot of money and space. Thank you so much for sharing!
Thank you! If you get the machine, please let me know what you think.
Recently purchased this and a 35 and really been enjoying it. This video is why I purchased. Thank you for all you do
Great to hear! Thanks so much!
Great hack! The lack of resistance was one of the reason I held back- guess I’ll be ordering one soon !
Thanks so much! I hope you like it and it works well for you.
I try this hack with plate on leg extension and curls with diferent brand machine and it felt like totally different movement, thank you for great tip
Great to hear it worked for you!
Just used the 35 hack on the body solid version of this piece. Couldn’t believe the difference this made and it took me all of 2 minutes to set up with duct tape and piece of card board. Thanks for the videos man!!
I’m really glad to hear it worked for you! Thanks so much!
This is a great hack. My titan seated leg extension/leg curl machine just got a lot more useful! Thank you!
Great to hear! Thanks so much!
Still loving this machine with this hack in place. My only complaint is that the thigh pad is super stiff and uncomfortable when doing leg curls, and that prevents me front curling as much I as can. Any suggestions/hacks, a replacement for the pad, a wrap for the pad?@@HomeGymHacksandReviews
That is genius, man! I will definitely try this out! Thanks so much for this!!!!
I am curious to hear how it holds up to BGB!
Very cool solution to something I've been concerned about. I think you just helped me make up my mind on whether to get this or not!
Very cool! If / when you get it, let me know what you think.
Titan’s leg extension / leg curl machine is amazing, but this has been the one downside that I’ve been trying to figure out how to overcome. SUPER helpful man, thank you!!
Really good to hear!
one piece of equipment i still need..one day..Thanks ..glad you found a hack to make it work better for you.
It would go great with your Titan Leg Sled! Thanks so much BBD!
Appreciate your vids man. They have been the biggest driver in making my own home gym. Definitely needed to see this video, thanks bro!
I love to hear it! Thanks so much!
Great review with included suggestions!!
@@williamdejeffrio9701 really appreciate it. Thank you!
Nice. I had to come back to this video again.
Smarts 👍
Thanks so much!
Thank you!!
Thanks for the hint with the plate on the stopper pin to change the resistance.
Thanks so much! Hopefully it helps make the exercises better for you.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews This is a HUGE difference ... almost the same resistance over the whole range ... now it makes sense to use this machine ! :D
Great to hear!
Yes!
Great video. Thank you!
Thank you!
Slick workaround!
It’s definitely moved this machine up on the list of my favorites.
Thank you for making this, i looked at some videos regarding how to "fix" the resistans and i keept wondering why no1 just fixed the weight arm like you showed. Now i can sleep peacefully.
lol! Thanks so much!
I'm going to try that when I get home! Thank you!
Please let me know how it goes.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews it worked great! Definitely more resistance now throughout the entire movement. Thank you again!
@@kristi4439 great to hear! Thank you for sharing how it worked for you.
You just blew my mind!! 🤯🤯
Very cool!
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews just tried it and you nailed it brother…totally different resistance…genius!!!
@@KoolAidMan7981 I am so glad to hear it works for you! Thanks for sharing how it went.
Great hack HGHR! I like the Xmark version of this machine that Phillip has too. Both seem like great options.
Thanks so much, Carter! The XMark looks to have a nicer fit and finish and if it can hold up to BGB, you know it’s quality 😂
The only think I don’t like about the XMark is the removable leg holder for leg curls.
Great idea!!!
Thank you, DBL!
I have version 2 of the machine and tried using that 35lb plate to hold up the weight horn. I tried it both for extension and curl and helped with gravity problem. I appreciate this hack. It helped to improve the machine.
Also I have the Titan rear delt pec fly machine version 2. The range of motion is better with the extra hole.
The problem is that it is too easy. Could you please make a video of Titan pec fly machine with a hack to correct the lack of resistance.
Do you think the pec fly on this machine is better than doing the pec fly with functional trainer?
Great to hear! Thanks so much!
@@gregoryanderson7103 as for the pec fly, you could always add small bands. Around the base and over the horns. I like both…I like the stability the machine provides and functional trainers are always good.
If possible, I would love to see you demo your titan pec fly machine with bands. I purchased version 2 recently for under $400
@@gregoryanderson7103 I show one way to do (not the most convenient) in my Powertec Vs Titan Fitness Pec Fly video. I haven’t tried it, but I hear it works with 12” bands - put one band under each side of the lower frame and loop it over the weight horn. I don’t have any 12” bands at the moment to demo…if you try it, please let me know what you think.
Good advice
Thanks so much!
Thanks for making the video. I'm looking for this machine used for $500 or less OR waiting for Titan to put this on sale for $600. That had it on sale, but when I went to buy it the next day the price was back up to $699. You might want to negotiate a lower price and get an affiliate link in order to capitalize on your great video.
Thanks so much! I ended my affiliation with Titan and I doubt I’m coming back. Presently, there are only a handful of products I recommend from them and this is one of the only ones. I sincerely appreciate your comment. Thanks again.
Smart idea
Thanks so much.
Amazing. I was seriously considering selling this and buying a selectorized unit. The plate changes everything. Btw, use a bumper plate and you don’t need the tape. Also wondering if I could rig an Olympic post instead of the stopper to make it more sturdy. Thanks for this great tip!
Thanks so much! I am really glad to hear it worked well for you.
I am sure you can rig something up to use rather than the stopper.
Interestingly, I’ve never owned a bumper plate.
Great hack for that machine.
Thank you, Tim!
Been subscribed for 2 years. Love the content my man. I'm looking into this machine and my wife is 4 ft 11 do you think this machine would fit her?
I really appreciate that. Thank you. The back pad slides forward, the leg roller goes low, and the ankle pad swivels, so I think it’s likely, but I don’t want to guarantee it. If it doesn’t, your wife could put a pillow or something similar between her back and the pad.
Hey Coach now I am sure you can read our minds. Just what I needed. This is budget friendly 👏👏
Hope you enjoyed Thanksgiving with family
Thank you! I am very glad it was helpful. I hope the same for you!
Great video just in time for Black Friday deals.
Thanks so much!
I own a ''Body Solid'' version (which is almost the same as the Titan version exept the pad/cushion), the tip for using a 10LB plate to increase the tension is EXTREMELY helpfull!
Tomorrow is my lowerbody day with a focus on hamstrings, so I am definitely gonna try that leg curl with an added 10LB plate to the pin!!
Very cool. I hope it works well for you. If you have the time, please let me know how it goes.
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within about 18 hours I will let you know!
@@Beats-By-Anthony looking forward to it!
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Tried it yesterday and yesss this is the best hack I have used in 2022 so far!! Thanks man!!
@@Beats-By-Anthony great to hear! I’m glad it worked for you!
Your home gym better then lots of commercial gym
Thank you!
Good video.
Thanks so much, Brian!
very nice
Appreciate it.
Awesome hack, going to use it today actually. Just wanted to add one more use for this machine, turn my back to the shin pad, raise it up where needed and use that for my rear leg support on Bulgarian split squats. If you have the weight pin on the correct side, it doesnt move and you can move the shin pad up or down based on your height. 👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks so much. If you have a chance, let me know if the hack made the exercise better for you.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviewsAbsolutely changed today's leg day! Had to drop the weight but felt the movements much more during full ROM. 💪🏼
@briannixon9237 great to hear.
Great hack! How would you say it compares to a sectorized unit it terms of felt resistance through the entire ROM?
Thanks so much! For a fraction of the price, I think it holds up well when compared to selectorized machines.
Finally, a place for my 35lber
lol! Glad it’s going to get some use now.
I’ve got the body solid one and it’s pretty similar. Gonna have to give these hacks a try.
I hope they work well for you on that machine. If you have a chance, please share your thoughts once you’ve had a chance to try them.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews actually did legs today and gave the plate/spacer a try. Could be a difference in the machines, but the 35 was a tad too big of a spacer as I came close to launching the weights all the way over a couple times (or maybe I should’ve gone heavier). I swapped it for a 25 lb plate and it worked great though. Makes all the difference in the beginning of the movement and ten pounds less than usual was still more difficult than without the spacer. Appreciate your channel and the hacks!
@@kwaharajohn3212 great to hear and I’m so glad it worked for you. If you ever try a 35 pound plate again, just start with the ankle pad either a little less far back for leg extensions and not quite as high for leg curls. Thanks for sharing your feedback.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews had another leg day the other day and ended up using the 35 again. I liked the range of motion a little better with it farther back at the start so I added a little more weight and it seemed to help. Feels like more solid resistance through the entire movement with the 35 on there.
@@kwaharajohn3212 very good to hear the hack passed the test for another workout. I have loved it!
I'd like to see a comparison video between This Titan, Body Solid, Hoist & the Yukon Fitness version that can perform curls seated or prone, leg extensions, back extensions & ab crunch if I'm remembering that correctly.
That would be a cool video.
I wound up using a 25 since I didn't have a free 35. Solid idea. Thanks
A 25 works great too and I’m glad to hear it worked for you. Thanks so much!
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews does a 25/35/45 because of the diameter of the plates affect anything on how much resistance we get?
@@batman-sr2px I don’t think so.
I never considered buying of these machines because of the resistance profile. Seems like a legit option now.
I really do think it is. Thanks so much!
For $600+ we shouldn't have to be doing any hacks on the machine. Titan needs to do better. 🤷🏽♂️
I somewhat agree. However, this design is used by a lot of brands including Body Solid, X Mark, Fray, Valor and many others and all of the machines with this design will have this inherent issue. The next option, which would be more much more expensive, would be to get a selectorized machine or one of Prime’s machines.
@HomeGymHacksandReviews question: how much weight do you put on it? It says the weight is 300lbs. I thought it meant weight to load but upon asking them, they say max weights and user weight combined. I was disappointed to hear that as I'm 260.
@kellyr.4955 I have never heard that the 300 pound max weight capacity is combined user weight and loaded weight…that just doesn’t seem correct.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews that's directly from Titan Fitness themselves. I contacted them If you'd like to see the screenshot? I bought it thinking the 300lbs was plates. Then I went to another site for a different piece and it said "user weight" so I went to the Titan page and it just said capacity 300 so I messaged them.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews for some reason my comment got deleted. I assure you it's combined weight because I messaged them and that's what the people at Titan told me.
I bought a used valor fitness leg curl extenstion for $160, msrp new $425. I haven't had the problems of no resistance at start of motion like others said with the Titan fitness version
The valor fitness is cheaper even when new and better tension of movement than the Titan fitness.
I’m surprised to hear the Valor doesn’t lack resistance in the starting position because it’s the same design. Good to hear the Valor is working well for you and you got a pretty good deal.
Nice video. What do u think about hip thrust on tje machine??
Iam debating between this machine and the bullet proof isolator?? I have the stray dog goat with all the attachments but i think i will sell it to ether get the titan machine or isolator. Also will get squat max or rhino dont know which one yet🙄
Been overthinking everyday forever about what to buy between the pieces above😢 money is not a problem right now, the problem is that i dont know what to buy. Lol
I saw this otjer guy with a valor leg curl machine performing 15 different ecercises.
Thanks! From the little bit I’ve tried to do hip thrusts on this machine, it didn’t work that well for me.
What tape material did you use to stop the metal on metal connect
It’s UHMW Tape. It’s not entirely necessary unless you want to keep the powder coat from getting scratched up. I have the exact brand linked in my Amazon Affiliate Store in the description of this video.
Do you add bands to keep the resistance more even throughout the ROM?
I don’t feel the band is needed, but it could be added. It’s a little more of a pain to add a band for leg curls than it is for leg extensions.
When adding the stopper, what happens to resistance profile at the top half of the movement? Is it the same as without the stopper or does it became less to compensate for there now being resistance at the bottom half?
It feels consistent to me…I do not notice a reduction in resistance during any portion of the rep.
Very clever and effective. I have the BodySolid seated leg extension and leg curl and will try your hack on my machine.
Good stuff.🎉
Thanks so much! I hope it worked well for you!
big brain moves!
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Good job on the review
I'm just bot a fan of leg extension machines that have the all the plates on one side. I never could go high in weight without the machine tipping over or becoming off balance even if I loaded a heavy plate on the weight horn on the back of the machine and to pay $700 that would be crazy.Yeah Titan has sells but they usually just 10% off which is basically nothing. This is just my opinion, others may love this machine as U do and to each his own but for me give me leg extension machine that loads in the front or equal plates on each side which is almost impossible to find anymore. Ones I like are gonna be more expensive but they are worth it. Beats the heck out of paying over $600 on one that is gonna tip over but like I said this is just my opinion
Nice review man
Thanks so much! You’re right; the machine is not for everyone, but I’m very happy with it, especially when I got it for 500.
What tool do people recommend for cutting that channel or post so that the thigh pad can go up farther?
An angle grinder might work well.
Titan should hire you to fix their machines
lol! Welcome back! I haven’t heard from you for a while. I have found a way to fix a few of their machines, but I can’t take full-credit for this fix; I’m just the first person to make a video on it.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews credit to you for being the first to post a video. I have the cheaper alternative to this machine, the Valor Fitness seated leg extension/curl. It gets the job done for the last 5 years.
@@andre500o oh yeah! I had the Valor Chest Supported Row and it definitely got the job done…I kinda miss it.
With the stopped pin in now you can't switch betwen workouts easily now. Any fix for this?
That’s the trade off. I haven’t found a way to switch quickly and still use this hack, but I would rather use this hack than switch quickly between exercises.
How do you get the bottom pad to stop moving? Mine rides up my shins when using it
The pad is supposed to roll and it will move along the shin some. However, if it’s traveling too high, you may need to adjust your seat settings. Make sure your knee lines up with the axis of rotation.
Nice work man! I think you've sold me now on this machine. How is the ROM?
One last thing do you feel it's worth $699? Thanks
@@benjii7668 I think the ROM is good. I would wait until it goes on sale.
I would highly suggest watching Warzone Fitness channel's review of this very same piece of equipment from Titan Fitness to completely understand how this is to be utilized. It is a smaller and relatively unknown channel, but he can explain the ultimate hack for this machine.
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I have seen that and I think it’s a good option. My only concern is breaking the silver pin that locks the sundial into place.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews You can adjust the pin before getting on the machine, to avoid just swinging the weight. Just pull the weight forward with your hand, and then let go off the pin
I wonder if titan machine feels more solid compared to bullet proof isolator seated curl/extension. please let me know if you ever tried both. thank you.
I have not tried the Isolator and, at this point, I doubt I get one.
Can you write down what type of 35 lb plate you use for your titian fitness machine, and write what dimensions you have. Thank you.
Also would the dimensions of the bells of steel 35lb mighty Grip plates work for the titian fitness leg curl/extension machine? I'm thinking of getting some 35lb plates because there running some sales.
My 35 measures 14.5” x 1.25”. Pretty much any Olympic 35 pound plate is going to work. You can also try / use a 25.
Extremely informative vid. Im curious where to get the Abcore machine as well?
I got mine from an online store which I will no longer recommend to anyone. However, they show up on Marketplace from time-to-time. Today, someone messaged me and said they found the deluxe model on Marketplace for 300. I have a full review for the Abcore if you haven’t seen it.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Greatly appreciate the feedback and recommendation!!
@@verbal1kent absolutely. Thanks so much!
Hi, I am curious about your experience of lower back pain with this machine. I am looking at getting one but I am worried about aggravating my discs. I know you are safe when it comes to your back care so just wondering how you find it?
After more than 2 years, this machine has never aggravated / stressed my lower back.
Can the back be positioned against a wall and not interfere with the weight during leg curls? Clearance?
If you look at some of my recent gym tours, you can see how I have it set up in my Bonus Room. I have it very close to the wall, but because I store plates on the back post, it cannot rest flush against the wall.
One thing I see in many reviews of competing products (e.g Xmark, GMWD, etc) is that the leg closer to the weights winds up doing more work. Is that a problem here as well?
I don’t feel like the closer leg takes more of the resistance, but I would like some type of technology that can measure if that’s the case.
Can you do hip thrusts on it? Does the thigh pad get in the way?
I show that towards the end of the video. I don’t think it’s stable enough for the weight it would take to feel effective.
Once again, a great video!
Thank you!
If you were to do the curl or extension and accidentally hit the plate on the pin, would it end up damaging the machine?
The arm of the machine is lined up with the pin; the plate is past it, so the two should never come into contact with one another.
Does the stopper pin you're hanging the 35 and 10 lbs plate the bolt on or version quick release like version 2 you mentioned later in the video
Mine is the V1 bolt on version.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews dang I don't think they sell that version anymore do you think the quick release pin version would work with those plates ?
@@torotheplumber3788 I believe it does. Maybe someone else will comment and confirm for you.
I haven't purchased yet, but will this hack work with version 2 as well? Thanks
I’m pretty sure.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews ok 👍🏾 thanks
Great video really want this just have half sized garage gym and no room. I wish somebody would make one of these that was foldable for storage on non leg days! Really don't want to pay for Bulletproof isolator and not sure Stray Dog's GOAT is that good for standing leg curls. I've tried cables and ankle weights and hate how that feels.
Thank you! I think this is one of Titan’s best machines; in fact, since this video, it’s one of 2 or 3 Titan pieces I have left.
As for Standing Leg Curls, I can’t remember if you have the Levergym, but if you do, I show a really good standing single leg curl in a couple of my videos.
Hi thanks for fast reply. I have Rep PR4000 with dual Athenas which I got since they allow bands and wanted walk through rack and to have big mirror on wall to make sure I squat right and low have Rogue's Kabukki Transformer bar which I love and makes squatting so comfortable. I'm thinking due to space to get Stray Dog Fitness GOAT and its a small lever arm that is easy to put on off and will use both weights and cable to reduce problems at beginning of the movement. I like the Isolator but its a pain to put on and takes 5-10 mins and is 2.5x more expensive.@@HomeGymHacksandReviews
I just don't have any way to do hamstrings right now and getting huge imbalances and likely to hurt them when running with kids.@@HomeGymHacksandReviews
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delivery in france is possible ? plz on titan site or gmwd Website ?
I don’t think Titan delivers to France; however, it may be worth calling their customer support number because I have seen some people with Titan equipment outside of the US.
I love the suggestion! Do you feel that using that 35 cuts your range if motion down ? Or are you getting a full extension?
It still allows for a full extension and curl.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thank you, I think in going to get one.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Does the stopper pin come with the machine or do I have to buy one separately?
@@TotalBodyTraining it comes with the machine. I have V1, V2 is what’s being sold now, so the pin may look slightly different.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews that's a good point. I hope it still works the same. I plan on ordering one soon.
4:39 still though, the resistance is at it's peak at 90 degrees. The more the weight plates goes up, the lesser resistance right?
To some extent. It all depends on how the ankle pad is adjusted to start the exercise. I could also use a 25 rather than a 35 for leg curls, which would change how high the plate post starts.
This looks like you have this set-up on the second floor of your house.. Do you think it would be suitable for an apartment or would it be much too loud with the impact of the weight?
You’re right; it’s on the second floor. I use it when my wife is asleep and I don’t wake her up on the floor below.
Man I’m surprised you went back with Titan and didn’t get the Xmark machine. It’s currently 20% too for black friday.
There are some features I like on the XMark, mainly the stainless steel sleeves, but I don’t like the leg holder on the XMark. Also, I got this for 500 2 years ago…this is V1. I do really like my XMark seated calf raise and their sales are pretty good.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Oh OK I thought you sold your old Titan leg curl machine and bought the newer version. Sorry I misunderstood.
@@meisdetermined this machine was one of the few that survived, “the great machine sell off of 2022” 🤓
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews lol
I cannot find a 35 pound plate that isn’t Olympic sized for the life of me. Where did you get that 35 pound plate from?
I’m using an Olympic 35 pound plate. A 25 pound plate is fine too.
Although not in the same price range, but any thoughts on how the Titan might compare to the Elite FTS extension/curl with band pegs, or the Legend Fitness plate-loaded ext/curl? I know they both include the prone version of the leg curl, but overall, any comparison thoughts? Thanks.
The Elite and Legend are on a different level compared to the Titan Prone Leg Curl / Ext. The built-in band pegs are major and neither of those have the large chunk of metal connecting the arm like the Titan Prone does. As for comparing those to the Titan Seated Leg Ext / Curl, the quality is obviously going to be better. However, I am going to choose a seated leg curl over a prone leg curl if given the option.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thank you for the quick response. Great channel.
@@johntaylor5288 glad to help and thank you!
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews As much as I prefer buying equipment made in the USA, I made an exception here and bought the Titan V2 leg ext/leg curl given its compact footprint, utility, cost, and seeing the hack you provided. I put it together tonight and did my first workout with it using the 35 pound plate and I am very happy with my purchase. I've used the Legend 3135 leg ext/prone leg curl and it is very nice, but this completely gets the job done well and I'd say for most home gym users this is a more practical choice and you are not compromising the quality of your workout. Thanks for the video.
@@johntaylor5288 great to hear and thank you. That’s exactly how I feel about this machine; there are better quality leg extensions / seated leg curls, but there’s no need to spend the extra money when this is as good as it is.
Do you guys prefer the body solid over the new titan one?
For the Body Solid, I don’t like how the thigh pad connects for leg curls. Also, my preference is Olympic sleeves, and the Body Solid has standard posts and Olympic sleeve adapters.
Has anyone had an issue with the stopper pin breaking off with a 35lb plate on there? Im just wondering if that would be an issue given the weight and small size of the stopper. Hopefully their welding is done well. I suppose another option would be a lighter bumper plate
Hey. I have been doing this hack over year without issue. It’s been a while since I saw the stopper removed, but if I remember correctly, it is a decently sized bolt.
When I return the weight to its starting position, I don’t slam it down, and after using this machine 1-2 times a week, it’s still going strong. With all that being said, with any hack or modification, I always suggest trying it at your own risk.
Excellent back. For the Hypertrophy nerds out there, this also makes the exercise more lengthened overload. A lot of data showing lengthened exercises to be more beneficial for Hypertrophy. This will also have more of a drop off in the shortened position which better matches the strength curve of the quads. This is similar to what Prime Fitness plate loaded machines are capable of.
Thanks so much! Great info!
so without the stopper trick, the machine is shortened overload for both the leg extensions and leg curls?
With this hack do you feel the RoM is shortened? Also, could it be adject to do hip thrusts?
The range of motion doesn’t get shortened and I’ve tried hip thrusts on this machine, but I don’t think it works very well and it’s not an exercise I recommend.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews one question, for this hack would you say it words just as good using a bumper plate or it should be a 35 iron plate?
@@Jonnynot1plate I think a bumper plate is going to be too big. Even a 10 pound cast iron plate on the stopper will improve the machine.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thanks, I just bought it so I'm trying to figure it out. What would you recommend? A 10, 25 or 35 iron plate?
@@Jonnynot1plate I use a 35, but for someone who is smaller and will adjust the dial further back for leg extensions I recommend a 25.
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Hello,
If you were to buy a leg extension leg curl machine today, would you buy titan again or XMARK?
Thanks
Titan because I don’t like the leg holder for the XMark.
Aside from that, the XMark has a nicer fit and finish.
I have the Titan leg extension/curl version 2. I've been following your advice using the 35lb plate. Version 2 leg roller pad is very hard and can hurt my shins. Any suggestions on upgrading roller pad?
Also I purchased XMark seated calf machine. I followed your advice instead of going with Titan on calf machine
I have not received XMARK calf machine yet. Just purchased today. I would have purchased body solid seated calf machine, but too expensive for just a calf machine
If I'm understanding you right, you prefer titan for leg extension machine and you prefer xmark for seated calf machine? Is that correct?
Thanks
@@gregoryanderson7103 you are correct. As for making the pad more comfortable, make sure your knee is lined up with the axis of rotation. I’ve heard a couple people say the pad bothers them, but I haven’t noticed that. You could also where some type of shin pad…I’m thinking like the ones martial artists wear that are all white.
how did Titan not figure this out?
Maybe on V3.
If a selectorized unit felt like it was 10 out of 10 in terms of smoothness of the resistance curve, and the original titan machine was a 5 out of 10 (half of the curve being good), how close does this hack move the titan towards a 10 out of 10? Do you lose any resistance near the contracted position of the leg curl due to the plate being almost vertical? I really want a seated leg curl but hate the idea of needing a selectorized unit for one freaking exercise. Thanks again!
For the leg curl, if I lower the starting position of the ankle pad slightly the plate doesn’t go as high, therefore, the resistance doesn’t drop off and nothing is really lost in the beginning of the exercise. Another option is to just use a 25 pound plate instead of a 35.
Maybe an 8 out of 10. Hopefully, some other people will chime in with their thoughts. I can’t see myself buying a selectorized machine now that this works as good as it does, but by no means, can it compete with a multi-thousand dollar Cybex, Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, etc.
Plus, I don’t want a selectorized machine on my second story and space in the garage is at a premium which I can’t give to a selectorized Leg Ext / Curl machine.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thanks, that is what I was looking for. If it's an 8 out 10 and its 15% of the price for a 10 out of 10 that's a pretty good deal to me. Does the machine have any stability problems at higher weights? I doubt I would ever go much over 200lbs. Thanks!
@@jeffwalker1830 as long as the back post is weighed down, it should be good. I mean, I hear the metal creaking a little at heavier weights, but I have 0 stability concerns and in the unlikely event anything breaks, I’m sure Titan will take care of it.
In regards to the resistance curve of the leg curl, you actually want the resistance to lessen as the muscle shortens. A muscle is at its weakest when contracted (shortened), so having the resistance curve of the machine lessen at peak contraction is actually ideal and will allow you to train the full ROM without bottlenecking the exercise (since the resistance curve of the machine better matches the strength curve of the muscle). The heaviest part of the exercise should be when the muscle is near lengthened since that is where a muscle is the strongest. So for leg curls, this hack inadvertently makes this machine much more efficient. Check out prime fitness plate loaded machines, you'll see that they offer different loading options for this exact reason.
@@ernie0753 the problem is there is no resistance for the first 1/4 to even 1/2 of the movement with the Titan unless this hack is used. Also, Prime is awesome, but I just can’t see spending 4,500 for their combo machine + shipping when I got the Titan for 500.