We talk to a lot of people who read about the positive benefits of weight training and want to start training with their own home gym. So many training styles For those just getting started, the variety of different sports can make it difficult to know where to start. Bodybuilding, powerlifting, power building, weightlifting, crossfit […]

Well I have been so busy and way behind with posting gym pictures. If you have been following our website our product range has been growing rapidly, along with our sales, so I have been focused on getting stuff out the door. Plus this gym is one that I didn’t want to rush. This is […]

Some say that smith machines are great for you and others are clinging on to the belief that they are the worst thing that happened to weight training in human history. Instead of listening to the self-proclaimed fitness experts, here is my take based on my training for the 2018 Bench Press World Championships and […]

What does Smith Cable Rack and MMA have in common? You can’t be lacking strength, agility or versatility if you want to be the best. The Barbarian Line Smith Cable Rack is like a super heavyweight in the current multi gym market. It has a commercial quality smith machine, half rack, functional trainer and multi-grip […]

Big thanks to Kyle for sending in a pic of his Barbarian Smith Machine Gym. This is a great all round gym that offers more than meets the eye… The Barbarian Smith Machine Gym System is an old school Smith & Half Rack combo. As a smith machine is quite simply a beast. It’s stability […]

Big thanks to Hendo for sending in a pic of his home gym. Now Hendo’s Powertec Multi-System is old! But as we say, Powertec gyms don’t grow old, their owners just wear out! As you can see, Hendo’s is still in excellent condition along with his white stand Ironmaster Quick-Lock Dumbbells. These are very old […]

Big thanks to Mick for sending in a pic of his Megatec Multiplex Home Gym set-up with a nice twist… This one will get the Power Rack brigade’s noses out of joint as it is a classic bodybuilding style set-up. There isn’t a better gym around for getting your pump on than the Megatec Multiplex […]

Firstly I just wanted give a massive thanks to Dave from Tasmania for taking the time to write such a long and detailed review. Selling gym equipment online is a tough gig, for reasons which I will expand on below. This sort of feedback is not only great for people looking to take the plunge […]

The new ATX Blackline Cable Attachments have been a real eye opener for not just our customers but also myself. Being a simple man with simple tastes, I go for the basic things in life. As long it functions right and is durable it gets a green light. To put it in perspective one of […]

It is with great sadness that I write this article. Ben Shaw, a 15-year-old boy from Brisbane, Queensland has tragically passed away after being trapped under a barbell. My deepest sympathies go to Ben’s family and friends. It is just so heartbreaking to see such a promising life ended so young. The incident occurred on […]

Big thanks to Simon from Ox Fit in Yackandandah for sending a new pic of his gym. Simon does Personal Training, and this is exactly the sort of gym I would like to go to. There is no fancy machines, just iron and steel. You know you will be in for a tough workout! This […]

This is a great story, and one I have been meaning to post for ages. Tony came into my shop as a young bloke years ago. I am talking probably over 10 years! The Powertec gym equipment must have made quite an impression because when the opportunity presented itself, Tony set himself his dream home […]