Arete ™ 3-in-1 Leg Press and Hack Squat Machine
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Key Features
Unprecedented 1250 lbs Weight Capacity
Break your limits with the Arete machine, featuring a robust quintuple rod design that supports up to 1250 lbs. This machine is built for serious lifters looking to push their strength to the next level.
Total Leg Transformation
Target quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves without straining your lower back. The Arete machine allows for a variety of exercises, including calf raises, reverse hack squats, and single-leg movements, all in the comfort of your home gym.
High-Quality Linear Bearings
Experience the unmatched fluidity in your leg press workouts with advanced linear bearings, ensuring each movement is smooth and consistent for optimal performance.
Enhanced Safety Features
The Arete machine features stopper rails on both sides, offering three adjustable lockout positions that let users of all heights safely and confidently start their workouts. Coupled with a 5-position safety limiter, this design adapts to different body types and training intensities, ensuring both versatility and unbeatable safety during every session.
Quick Switch Between Training Modes
Easily switch between leg press and hack squat modes in under a minute. Simply adjust the cushion position on the upper or lower foot plate to transform your workout.
Adjustable Resistance for Personalized Workouts
Resistance pegs allow for easy weight adjustments, enabling users to tailor resistance levels for targeted muscle growth and progressive overload, making each workout more effective and personalized.
FAQ
The machine can bear a maximum weight of 1250LBS. Can it really stably bear such a heavy weight in actual use? Is there any safety hazard?
Yes, our machine has undergone strict testing and quality control during the design and manufacturing process. It adopts a double-column structure, which is more stable than some other designs and can reliably bear a weight of up to 1250LBS. At the same time, we are equipped with safety devices such as safety limiters and safety stoppers. As long as you use it correctly and follow the instructions, there will be no safety hazards.
The linear bearing is said to reduce wear and improve the smoothness of movement. What is the specific difference between it and ordinary high-quality bearings? Can it maintain good smoothness after a period of use?
The linear bearing uses a special low-friction material. Compared with ordinary high-quality bearings, it generates less friction during movement. This not only reduces the wear of components and extends the service life of the machine but also allows you to feel a more smooth movement experience. After long-term use, as long as you carry out proper maintenance (such as regular cleaning and adding an appropriate amount of lubricating oil), it can still maintain good smoothness.
The backrest has 4 adjustable gears. Is the adjustment range of these 4 gears obvious? Can it meet the needs of different training postures?
The adjustment range of these 4 gears is relatively obvious and can meet your needs in different training stages and postures. For example, when you are doing high-intensity leg training, you can adjust the backrest to a more upright position to better use the back strength to push; and when doing some relatively easy training or want to focus more on the stretching of the leg muscles, you can adjust the backrest to a more inclined position. You can flexibly adjust it according to your own feelings and training goals in actual use.
Hack Squat allows for deeper squats and has sufficient ROM, but will this cause greater pressure on the knees?
Our machine fully considers the principles of ergonomics during the design process. The movement trajectory of Hack Squat is carefully designed to allow you to fully enjoy deep training while minimizing the pressure on the knees. However, everyone's physical condition and exercise habits are different. If you feel knee discomfort during use, it is recommended that you appropriately adjust the exercise intensity and posture or consult a professional fitness coach.
It is necessary to remove the stopper to achieve a deeper ROM. Is this operation very troublesome? And is it safe after removing the stopper?
Removing the stopper is not complicated. You only need to follow the instructions in the manual. After removing the stopper, our machine is still equipped with other safety devices such as safety limiters to ensure your training safety. However, for your safety, when performing any adjustment operations, please be sure to understand the relevant safety precautions first and seek the help of professionals when necessary.
For people who use this machine for the first time, are there any special usage skills or precautions?
For first-time users, it is first recommended that you carefully read the product manual to understand the various components and functions of the machine. Before using, ensure that the machine is installed correctly and firmly, and check whether all safety devices have been adjusted to the appropriate position. When training, pay attention to maintaining the correct posture, place your feet steadily on the foot pedals, lean your back against the backrest, and hold the appropriate handles with both hands. At the beginning, choose a lighter weight for warm-up, and gradually increase the weight after adaptation. At the same time, pay attention to the breathing rhythm and avoid holding your breath. During the training process, if you feel any discomfort or abnormality, you should immediately stop training and check the machine or consult the opinions of professionals.
How to carry out daily maintenance and care for this machine? What is the approximate frequency of maintenance?
Daily maintenance is very important to prolong the service life of the machine and maintain good performance. The following are some basic maintenance suggestions:
Regular cleaning: Use a damp cloth to wipe the surface of the machine to remove dust, sweat and other stains. Avoid using cleaners containing corrosive chemicals to avoid damaging the surface coating of the machine. It is recommended to clean at least once a week.
Check components: Regularly check the tightness of each component, such as screws, nuts, etc., to ensure that they are not loose. If you find any loose components, you should tighten them in time using the appropriate tools. At the same time, check whether the moving parts such as linear bearings and chains are operating normally. If there is any abnormality, it should be repaired or replaced in time. It is recommended to check the components once a month.
Lubrication maintenance: According to the frequency of use, regularly lubricate the moving parts of the machine. You can use an appropriate amount of special lubricating oil or grease and apply it to the bearings, chains and other parts to reduce friction and wear. Generally, it is necessary to carry out lubrication maintenance every 2 - 3 months.
Avoid overuse: Although our machine has a high weight-bearing capacity and durability, excessive use may accelerate the wear and aging of components. It is recommended that you reasonably arrange the training time and intensity and avoid continuous long-term high-intensity use of the machine.
| Measurements | 47’’ L x 84’’ W x 56’’ H |
| User Height | 4.92’ - 6.4’ |
| Weight Loading Posts | 5 |
| Weight Loading Capacity | 1250 lbs |
| Weight Storage Capacity | 1000 lbs |
| Fit For | 2’’ Weight Plates |
| Slide Mechanism | Linear Bearings |
| Starting Weight | 62 lbs |
Customer Reviews
I recently purchased this machine. I was impressed with the excellent packaging. Very sturdy and secure for the weight of it. Inside everything was included, nothing missing, assembly instructions included and readable and logical. Went together relatively easy. Had a little trouble in one section where I thought assembly steps were out of order.
I would highly recommend your company and equipment with no reservation. In fact I have referred your company to more than a few of my friends.
Finally a company a consumer can have faith and trust in. Thank you.
Before I made the purchase I researched many different brands, based on price, features, and their reviews. Finally made my decision on this machine, and I can tell you I made the best choice.
We've had this leg press hack squat machine in our family gym for a few months now, and it's been a hit with everyone. The fact that it's so adjustable is great for different family members with different fitness levels and body sizes. The safety features like the adjustable safety limiter and stopper give us peace of mind, especially when the kids are using it (under supervision, of course). The large foot plates are a favorite among all of us. They provide good support and the anti-slip surface is a must-have. The machine has held up really well with regular use. We've noticed that the linear bearings do a great job in reducing friction and keeping the movements smooth. It's been a reliable piece of equipment that we use almost every day. And compared to some of the other options out there, the price was reasonable considering the quality and features it offers.
ive been using this machine at home for a few weeks now, and I gotta say, it's been a great addition to my workout routine. the hack squat feature is amazing. i can really feel it working my legs in a different way than regular squats. the ROM is really good, I can go deep and get a great stretch. the foot plates are nice and big with that anti-slip texture, which gives me a lot of confidence when I'm pushing hard. The backrest with 4 adjustable settings is super handy too. I've been able to find the perfect position for my workouts. And the detachable calf block is a cool addition. I haven't used it as much as the main squat part yet, but I can see the potential. Overall, really happy with my purchase so far.