For those who enjoy the feel of free weights and want to replicate that experience with a machine, our range of Plate Loaded Equipment is ideal. This includes a variety of upper body machines like chest press and lateral press equipment as well as lower body plates such as a hack squat, leg curl and row machine. Each piece of machine is designed to target a specific muscle group. Plate load equipment offers a more varied workout than selectorized machinery due to its ability to accommodate single arm, single leg and dual movement options. This can also be a safer option than using free weights as the structure of the machine limits movement to a safe and controlled level.

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Changing the amount of weight on a plate machine is done by adding or removing plates from the stack, which takes a little longer than popping a pin in and out of a selectorized machine. This can cause interruptions in the workout flow and potentially lead to physical injury or equipment damage if the user pushes their limits without full knowledge of their physical limitations.

Several manufacturers offer plate load equipment that is more advanced than traditional selectorized machines, providing a more user-friendly experience. These include Prime Fitness, which offers a range of machines that allow users to change load resistance over multiple rotational angles. This can be beneficial for those who are trying to achieve a balanced or imbalanced strength curve, depending on their goals.