Plate Loaded Machines for Hire
Plate loaded machines are a type that allow heavy weight training in a controlled way, with the resistance supplied by weight discs that are manually put on before training.
Some are described as leverage machines since the user is effectively moving the weight by leverage around a pivot point.
For home training, these are limited in their appeal as they are very large and each unit only offer one or two exercises. But it is possible to rent a plate loaded machine for home use.
For customers who already have Olympic weight discs, this kind of machine will appeal as they normally cost less than the equivalent selectorised machine.
It’s a simple system, as the weight discs are simply put onto a peg which when moved creates resistance. This is very smooth and ergonomically correct on the best brands. Rubber bump stops prevent a noisy workout too.
Popular plate loaded machines include chest press, shoulder press, seated row, and incline leg press. When not being used, the weight discs are stored on separate pegs on the machine.
Heavy duty padding and upholstery is essential as the exercise types tend to be the ones that use the heaviest weights. Thin padding creates discomfort and potential injury as soft tissue is compressed under the pressure of moving the weight.
Although most home gym owners will not hire a plate loaded machine, it is good to know that this is available from Fit Hire.
