Let’s start with the weight stacks used in many of the machines. Most weight stacks are fairly accurate. Some have been discovered to be slightly lighter than advertised, but this is not the main way you will be fooled. Any variances of this type are not that significant enough to worry the prospective gym member.
Q. What is a 2 1 pulley ratio?
A 2:1 ratio still gives a fair amount of resistance while allowing more travel with slightly better responsiveness. Again, the 2:1 ratio is good for the now popular “functional training” exercises where you want a “fast cable” adequate travel.
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Q. What does a 2 1 Cable ratio mean?
Summary: The cable ratio determines the actual resistance on a cable machine. Higher cable ratio number = lower overall resistance but smaller increments between weight plates. Higher cable ratio = longer cable than lower cable ratio (a 2:1 cable is twice the length of a 1:1 cable)
Q. How accurate are gym weights?
Barbells generally are pretty accurate. Even a $200 barbell should be really close to the intended weight, which is usually 45 lbs or 44 lbs / 20 kg. That isn’t to say that some cheap weight sets don’t include a “45lb” bar that weighs only 40 lbs. It can happen.
Q. Do leg press machines weigh anything?
Standard leg press machines have a starting sled weight of around 75 lbs. Although this machine can vary from brand to brand.
Q. Why can I leg press so much?
You can leg press more than you can squat because you don’t have to stabilize the movement through your spine. Much of the stability required in the leg press is assisted by the use of the machine.
Q. What is a decent leg press weight?
As with most types of weight-lifting, there’s no single average weight for the leg press. The amount you can press depends on your age, gender and fitness level. Those who frequently strength train may be able to leg press well over 100 pounds, whereas others may be challenged by pressing the machine alone.
