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What Are the Advantages of a Smith Machine?

The benefits of Smith machines include: 

  • Guided barbell movement: The barbell in a Smith machine moves along a fixed vertical track, providing stability and guidance during exercises. This guided movement helps users maintain proper form and alignment, reducing the risk of injuries. Operators learn to master their lifting skills without worrying about balancing the barbell, which is great for beginners.
  • Progressive overload capabilities: By allowing people to add weight plates to the barbell, Smith machines facilitate progressive overload. This is a fundamental principle of strength training. Progressive overload involves gradually increasing the resistance over time to stimulate muscle growth and strength gains. 
  • Single-user workouts: Smith machines provide a convenient and accessible option for performing weightlifting exercises, especially for individuals who prefer to work out alone or do not have access to a spotter. Perform Olympic-style lifts with peace of mind. 
  • Versatile uses: Users can target many muscle groups in the body by performing various exercises on one machine. Users can work their lower body and improve balance.
  • Cost savings: You can purchase used Smith machines for your startup gym or home workout studio at a fraction of the price of new equipment. 
  • Customization: We have our powder coating facility, allowing us to offer customized gym equipment designs. Incorporate your brand's colors on your machine to create a cohesive, branded look for your gym. 

What Should You Consider Before Buying a Smith Machine?

Here are a few factors you need to consider before you purchase a used Smith machine:

  1. Space requirements: Check the dimensions of the product in the specifications tab, and ensure you have the space in your gym for it, as well as enough space around it for movement.
  2. Bar path design: Some machines have a fixed bar angle, and some can be set variably from 0 to 7 degrees, making them great for all levels of users. Ensure you know what you want so you can narrow down your choices.
  3. Accessories: Comfortable hand grips, ergonomic and contoured cushions and rubber guards for floor protection are some of the accessories our equipment comes with.
  4. Price: Always set a budget and know what features you want so you can compare prices of different models and brands to ensure you're satisfied with your purchase.

What Used Smith Machines Do We Stock? 

At Global Fitness, we select top-tier used and new Smith machines sourced from renowned manufacturers in the fitness industry, which include: 

  • Cybex
  • FreeMotion Fitness
  • Hammer Strength
  • Life Fitness
  • Precor
  • Sportgear
  • Star Trac
  • Technogym
  • Torque Fitness

Which Is Better, Renting or Buying?

At Global Fitness, you can rent the equipment before purchasing it to see if it's right for you. Renting machines is also an excellent way to market your gym. For example, if you're putting on an event to promote your brand, you can rent machines for that event without investing a large sum of capital.

Renting for an event in a large outdoor area close to your gym will allow people who might never have come to your business to experience this equipment. Combined with some free personal training and tips, you can get many new sign-ups.

As your gym acquires new members, you can purchase more Smith machines to handle the influx of people. That's why renting is an excellent way to determine which equipment your members use most.

Why Pick Global Fitness as Your Used Equipment Provider?

We are specialists in providing the best used and refurbished fitness equipment. Our staff has the necessary skills for refurbishing and maintaining used machines based on their experience of being in charge of both Precor and Life Fitness Certified preowned programs.

Global Fitness offers extensive equipment warranty options and worldwide service, as well as discounts for teachers, military and first responders. 

Shop Our Commercial Smith Machines for Sale 

Smith machines are valuable tools for individuals looking to build strength, muscle mass and endurance through weightlifting exercises. Whether you need to equip your commercial gym or home workout studio, our quality Smith machines will be a valuable asset in helping you achieve your goals.

Browse our Smith machines for sale or contact us directly if you have any questions.

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