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Started by Alessandro Di Sanzo, April 6, 2015 · 7 Replies · 232 Views
Hi all!
In my gym there is this equipment.
I wonder if I could use it for all arch up elements SL/PE4 , PE5 and PE6. I know that this way my legs will be inclined, and not horizontal, just like in the video demonstration. Could it be a problem for the correct execution? Is it essential that my legs should be kept horizontal or could I use keep them oblique as well?
Thank you!
When I use one of those machines, I find arch-ups are significantly easier. I think it is because the closer the legs get to horizontal, the deeper into your back's ROM you have to go in order to perform a complete rep. So my recommendation would be to get a buddy to hold your legs while you do archups, or figure out another solution.
Someone holding your legs is definitely the best. First time I did it, I had trouble after 3rd rep
Something I find challenging (when you don't have the equipment or a friend) is laying prone on the floor and anchoring your legs onto something and then rise! This works best for a static hold at the top. It's an half arch body hold. 
You can also just lift your legs and hold, doing them in a straddle will really help with glute activation.
Joshua Slocum said:When I use one of those machines, I find arch-ups are significantly easier. I think it is because the closer the legs get to horizontal, the deeper into your back's ROM you have to go in order to perform a complete rep. So my recommendation would be to get a buddy to hold your legs while you do archups, or figure out another solution.
The machine at my gym is a horizontal version of this. I Note a partner is the gold plated solution, but if the machine is horizontal would it be a close silver?
Oompa2 said:The machine at my gym is a horizontal version of this. I Note a partner is the gold plated solution, but if the machine is horizontal would it be a close silver?
If the machine is horizontal, you're golden.
Joshua Slocum said:When I use one of those machines, I find arch-ups are significantly easier. I think it is because the closer the legs get to horizontal, the deeper into your back's ROM you have to go in order to perform a complete rep. So my recommendation would be to get a buddy to hold your legs while you do archups, or figure out another solution.
OK , I got the point.Alan Tseng said:Someone holding your legs is definitely the best. First time I did it, I had trouble after 3rd rep
Actually there is another equipment on which I can put my legs horizontal, but it is placed in a very tight place [emoji16] . No problem for SL/PE4, because I have only to move up and down...
Anyway I tried SL/PE6 at this equipment.
The view is not ideal, but how do you find my form?
Thank you
Joshua Slocum said:If the machine is horizontal, you're golden.
Hoist fitness makes, or at least use to make, a version of this where the leg piece is adjustable to horizontal (or even higher) and adjusts in and out. I have it and it works great. Home gamers might want to see if its still for sale or check craigslist.