The Powertec Levergym DIY Belt Squat
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- čas přidán 30. 01. 2019
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Looks great! Thanks for sharing the update. I'm going to do the same and create a similar device on the low pull weight stack on my power rack. About a year ago I quit the gym membership for many reasons and started building(ever-so-slow) onto what I have now. Thanks again for the inspirations!
Great Setup
By far, the best racking method for belt squats I've seen yet. Even if you don't have the Levergym to use, this racking idea is doable with other DIY belt squat setups. Bravo my friend! Thank you!
Appreciate it. Took a lot of inspiration from others, tweaks, etc.
Yes. Racking from above is key. If I don't end up getting a levergym (jury still out on it. I like the squat system on the multi better) I might actually go into my ceiling and use a joist for anchoring.
Should I be concerned about the stability of the levergym, especially with the squats or an I over thinking it?
@@scottgood7888 It would really depend on how you use this, and how strong you are. If this is your only deal (as in, no bar and plates) then I'd want it to be PERFECT. If you plan to hit 300+lbs on the squats, I'd want it to be better. I use mine for high rep accessory work, so I'm not often clearing 2 or 3 plates at most on the unit. So it is "ok". The MultiGym is certainly better for this, because of the dedicated use. I'd also check out the Body Solid Leverage Unit if you haven't.
Yeah I like to go fairly heavy at times. But, as a chiropractor, I have gained an appreciation for keeping weight off the spine. Which is why I am excited to belt squat and why I like the multi system better. I like the lever gym's compactness however.
Great Job Buddy!
Merci pour la vidéo , je vais essayer de construire la même chose. (thanks you, great idea )
Genius
You’re a genius
ha! It took a lot of inspiration from others to get there.
Thank you for this video. As I have a lower back fusion I can only do belt squats. I have purchased a body power leverage gym as it has the band attachments also you can store the arms in an upright position.
It looks like they corrected some of powertecs failings. I also brought a different bench as there are mixed reviews on the stability like powertecs.
Again thank you, as I now have the option to build a similar hip squat system.
Kind regards Michelle
United kingdom
Nice! I've heard good things about the body solid unit. I'm keeping my eyes open on the used market for a potential upgrade. Good luck with the belt squat build.
@@GrayMatterLifting
Hi Joe
The body power unit in uk is different to a body solid machine.
Body Power leverage gym is like a powertec
Body solid does not have independent arms
Just to let you know
Michelle
UK
@@cryptoladymakingtendies9100 good to know! Thank you.
I thought about doing something similar to my Powertec but then I purchased a Landmine clone from Amazon for about $25.00 and it solved my hip belt squat problems.
Yeah man,lots of options. I've done belt squats on landmine, with a loading pin, etc. All good, just depends on your goal.
What exactly is the "landmine" clone? Sorry.
@@scottgood7888 ---- Landmine is a brand name (I think). A Landmine clone is the same device with a different brand name. Cheaper but does the same thing.
Joe..... what is the maximum amount of weight that you could use on such a setup with that levergym? I know you have 300lb rated cable but what about the machine itself? What are the load limitations as far as it goes? Also, is there cable that could handle heavier weight than 300 lbs that would feasibly work? Thanks buddy
Yeah, they make heavier duty cable for sure. I think up to 500 for exercise purposes I've seen. The lever arms on the unit can handle 500lbs... For the belt squat set up, I'd imagine you would be limited by the screws holding everything together, so just depends on how you construct it all.
What happened to the Ironmaster?
Also I hat are you thoughts on the IM2000?
Ironmaster bench and attachments are great, no doubt, but I think they shine in a situation where you need to be able to move them out of the way. The footprint is minimal, so its super easy to just move and use what you need, when you need it. When I expanded the dedicated space to my gym, I didn't have that need anymore. So the Powertec Levergym gave me a LOT more options to do all kinds of exercises, a better high and low pulley, etc. I've not touched the IM2000 myself, but have heard really good things from some seriously picky lifters, so I'd probably say good to go.
This is awesome, how long did this take to make?
Took awhile to get the design correct. But actual build time should be an afternoon of collecting wood, etc. and slamming it all together. If you have the measurements ready and have the lumber yard make the cuts, it'd probably take you a couple hours at most.