LEGS MACHINES

Abductor Machine

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

120

Width  =cm      

150

Height =cm

240

Weight =kg

210

Approx. Weight kg

100

 Description:

Thanks to this machine, the abductor muscles of the legs, as well as some portions of the glutes, are developed effectively in a position offering maximum safety and comfort.

The cams minimise the effort at the beginning and end of the exercise, allowing for a constant tension throughout the entire movement.

The comfortable push pads and the stabilising handles make this machine appreciated especially by female users, to strengthen and tone up the outer thigh.

Calf Machine

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

100

Width  =cm      

70

Height =cm

180

Weight =kg

225

Approx. Weight kg

120

 Description:

Raises on tiptoe on the calf machine are an exercise which should be learnt and performed well, to avoid any stress to the spine. The muscles affected are the gastrocnemius muscles (twins), musculus soleus, peroneus longus, peroneus brevis and the plantaris.

The shoulder pad can be adjusted according to the user's height and the two handgrips allow for a concentration work; the feet should be positioned so that the metatarsal heads of the feet rest on the front half of the footplate.

The fibres of the gastrocnemius muscle require heavy weights and few repetitions to be developed: in fact, thanks to its special structure, the FI 27 machine is fitted with a weight stack that makes it suitable for all types of conditioning.

Calf Seduto a Contrappesi

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

130

Width  =cm      

110

Height =cm

165

Weight =kg

210

Approx. Weight kg

80

 Description:

When performing the plantar flexion exercise on the seated calf machine, the user prevalently uses the musculus soleus. The fibres of the musculus soleus, unlike those of the gastrocnemius muscle, are tough but not powerful, thus requiring a high number of repetitions with light weights.

The load rollers and seat are height-adjustable.

The easy access lever enables comfortable positioning, so that the metatarsal heads of the user's feet rest on the front half of the footplate.

The lateral positioning of the counterweights allows for the load to be selected directly from the workout position.

Donkey Calf 45° Coassiale

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

160

Width  =cm      

145

Height =cm

185

Weight =kg

200

Approx. Weight kg

65
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 Description:

On this machine, too, just like on the DONKEY MACHINE, the weight is applied on the pelvis and the only free joint is the ankle, while the effort is concentrated on the gastrocnemius muscle, even though the peroneus longus and peroneus brevis intervene, along with the tibialis posterior and the plantaris.

The height of the rest carriage assembly can be adjusted according to the user's height and features linear bearings. 

The two handgrips on the carriage assembly ensure a comfortable and stable position.

The careful counterbalancing also ensures the user only works with the load actually selected, without weighing down the grip handle.

Donkey Calf 45° Free Weight

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

160

Width  =cm      

140

Height =cm

125

Weight =kg

95

Approx. Weight kg

0
Donkey Calf 45° Free Weight

 Description:

This machine features the same technical characteristics as the corresponding counterweight machine, the only difference being the direct load enabled by free weight plates.

The simplicity of this machine does not limit its excellent operation in any way: the special weight-bearing rods situated on the lateral machine uprights allow for the necessary quantity of weight plates to be at hand at all times and the end-limit shock absorber prevents sudden interruptions to the exercise.

Donkey Machine

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

170

Width  =cm      

100

Height =cm

185

Weight =kg

250

Approx. Weight kg

100

 Description:

The extension of the foot performed with the knees straight is vital for the development of the calf muscle. The range of movement of an ankle is rather restricted, making it important for the effort to be applied constantly. In the traditional exercise performed on the FI 27, the weight is rested on the shoulders and is distributed onto various joints (spinal column, pelvis, knees etc.) which are free to move. This is why it is highly likely that the effort is lost and cancelled in stabilising and synergic movements. On the other hand, in a position with the torso bent, which is the position obtained on the DONKEY MACHINE, the weight is applied on the pelvis and the only free joint is the ankle, whereas the effort is concentrated on the calves only.

The DONKEY MACHINE therefore reproduces in the utmost safety the donkey raise exercise that used to be performed with the help of a seated crouching companion. The carriage assembly pelvic pad can be adjusted according to different starting degrees; the user's arms rest on a comfortable pad fitted with a handle that stabilises the user during the effort.

The carriage assembly travels by means of linear bearings and the lateral positioning of the counterweights allows for the load to be selected directly from the workout position.

Hack Squat A Contrappesi A Leva

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

225

Width  =cm      

105

Height =cm

205

Weight =kg

335

Approx. Weight kg

80

 Description:

This machine works on the quadriceps (vastus medialis, intermedialis and lateralis), the glutes, sartorius muscle, femoral rectus of the quadriceps and the calf muscles. This exercise is usually reserved for fit athletes, even though the special backrest with a handgrip on either side increases the stability and protection of the dorsal-lumbar spine.

The pre-load lever and carriage assembly automatic releasing device allow for a smooth starting position with the legs semi-stretched and the special rods placed on the carriage assembly (travelling on linear bearings along steel bars 30 mm in diameter) allow the user to add weight plates to the standard counterweights.

The large footplate is tilt-adjustable, according to the flexibility of the user's ankles.

Hack Squat Coassiale Free Weight

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

225

Width  =cm      

135

Height =cm

205

Weight =kg

335

Approx. Weight kg

225

 Description:

This machine users a direct load provided by free weight plates and allows the user to perform the leg bend on a tilted plane and with the spinal column resting on it, working on the quadriceps (vastus medialis, intermedialis and lateralis), the glutes, the sartorius, femoral rectus of the quadriceps and the calf muscles.

The special backrest fitted with a handgrip on either side increases the stability and protection of the dorsal-lumbar spine.

The simplicity of this machine does not limit its excellent operation in any way: the carriage assembly travels by means of linear bearings along sturdy 30 mm hardened steel rods, the large footplate is tilt-adjustable, the special weight-bearing rods situated on the lateral machine uprights allow for the necessary quantity of weight plates to be at hand at all times, and the two end-limit shock absorbers prevent sudden interruptions to the exercise.

Leg Curling

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

165

Width  =cm      

85

Height =cm

185

Weight =kg

140

Approx. Weight kg

50

 Description:

The special downward inclination of the bench avoids the tension of the lower back and allows for the isolation of the femoral, semimembranous and semitendinous biceps muscles.

It is vital that the articular joint of the knee coincides with the machine's mechanical joint centre and that the user adjusts the push roller so that it rests on the distal part of the legs.

If the user keeps his/her feet flexed (toes pointing towards the floor and the foot at a right angle with the leg), the calf muscles will not be affected, whereas if the toes are pointing inwards, the semimembranous and semitendinous muscles are developed more; on the contrary, if the toes are pointing outwards, the femoral biceps will be affected.

The cam allows for constant tension throughout the entire movement and the counterbalancing allows the user to perform the exercise with the load actually selected.

The two handgrips placed horizontally at the base of the machine avoid stress to the lumbar area and the lateral positioning of the counterweights allows for a rapid change in load without having to get off the machine.

Leg Extension

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

165

Width  =cm      

95

Height =cm

185

Weight =kg

150

Approx. Weight kg

50

 Description:

This machine allows for the flexing-extending movement of the knee to strengthen the quadriceps femoris, which is the biggest and most powerful muscle in the body and is divided into four heads: vastus medialis, intermedialis and lateralis and femoral rectus. In the seated position the femoral rectus is not affected significantly.

The cam allows for a constant tension throughout the entire movement, and the starting angle of the latter can be selected on a special device. Equally, the height of the push roller can be adjusted as well as the position of the backrest so that the articular joint of the knee coincides with the machine's mechanical joint centre.

The counterbalancing makes the machine just as effective when using light loads and the lateral position of the counterweights allows for a rapid change in load without having to get out of the workout position.

Leg Press 45° Coassiale Free Weight

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

220

Width  =cm      

175

Height =cm

155

Weight =kg

205

Approx. Weight kg

0

 Description:

Featuring the same technical characteristics as the FI 264, this machine has the prerogative of using the direct load given by free weight plates. The simplicity of this machine does not limit its excellent operation in any way: the carriage assembly travels by means of linear bearings along sturdy 40 mm hardened steel bars.

The large footplate allows the user to perform exercises for the quadriceps, glutes, adductor muscles, the sartorius, calves and femoral muscles without overloading the back.

The handrails on the carriage assembly make it easier for the user to get on and off the machine and allow for a training companion to help in the event of maximal loads.

The special weight-bearing rods situated on the lateral machine uprights allow for the necessary quantity of weight plates to be at hand at all times.

The two end-limit shock absorbers prevent sudden interruptions to the exercise.

Leg Press 45° Contr. a leva Coassiale

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

270

Width  =cm      

100

Height =cm

205

Weight =kg

335

Approx. Weight kg

150

 Description:

With this machine, the user can perform a basic exercise for legs, involving the major muscle groups: the quadriceps, glutes, adductors, sartorius, calves and femoral muscles.

The large footplate allows the user to emphasise the workout on the glutes and femoral muscles by positioning his/her feet towards the top part, or on the quadriceps instead, by positioning them towards the inside, and the two handrails help him/her onto and off the machine.

The pre-load lever allows for a smooth starting position with the user's legs stretched.

The headrest is adjustable, thus allowing each user to adjust his/her position so that the glutes are resting well against the seat; equally, the inclination of the backrest can be adjusted according to the user's training needs and height.

Once the user is positioned on the machine, he/she only need rotate the safety catch on the carriage assembly to begin the flexing-extending movement of the lower limbs in complete safety.

The two handles placed on either side of the seat stabilise the user during the exercise and the special rods on the carriage assembly allow him/her to add plates to the standard counterweights.

Leg Press 45° Elettrica Coassiale

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

245

Width  =cm      

130

Height =cm

205

Weight =kg

380

Approx. Weight kg

200

 Description:

This is the higher tech version of the 45°LEG PRESS, a classic piece of equipment used for strengthening the lower limbs without overloading the spinal column.

The 45° tilt makes it easier to get onto the machine, which is suitable for all users thanks to the adjustable headrest and the inclination of the backrest. In addition to the technical features of the FI 264 machine, the electric pre-load system featuring a belt drive allows for simple, fast and silent load selection.

The lateral positioning of the weight stack enables the user to select the desired load directly from the workout position.

The presence of the special rods on the carriage assembly allow the user to add even more plates to the standard counterweights, thus making this machine ideal even for the fittest athletes.

Leg Press Orizzontale Contrappesi A Leva

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

270

Width  =cm      

90

Height =cm

205

Weight =kg

335

Approx. Weight kg

150

 Description:

This machine allows for a comfortable and practical leg-bending movement, involving the quadriceps (vastus medialis, intermedialis and lateralis), the glutes, the femoral rectus of the quadriceps and the adductor muscles of the hip in the more accentuated flexions.

The pre-load lever and the automatic carriage assembly releasing device allow the user to assume an easy starting position with his/her legs stretched.

The shoulder rests on the carriage assembly and the inclination of the backrest are adjustable according to the user's height and the desired bending of the lower limbs.

The handgrip-levers placed on either side of the carriage assembly allow for a stable and comfortable positioning of the user and activate the carriage assembly automatic releasing device.

The large footplate is equipped with a handrail to make it easier for the user to get on and off the machine; the carriage assembly is belt-driven.

Leg Press Orizzontale Elettrica

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

250

Width  =cm      

120

Height =cm

205

Weight =kg

420

Approx. Weight kg

200

 Description:

This machine is the best piece of equipment for exercising the lower limbs. In fact, it is ideal for comfortable and practical leg-bending exercises. In addition to the technical characteristics described above for the FI 271, this machine is equipped with an electric pre-load system featuring a belt drive. This way, the user is offered a fast and silent selection of the load which can be performed directly form the workout position thanks to the lateral positioning of the weight stack.

The carriage assembly travels by means of linear bearings, rendering the effort extremely smooth and well balanced on each limb.

The counterweights with which the machine is equipped make it suitable for all types of training: from general fitness to the professional strengthening in all sorts of sports.

Master Gluteus

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

155

Width  =cm      

115

Height =cm

185

Weight =kg

205

Approx. Weight kg

50

 Description:

This machine allows the user to perform the classic exercise usually done during a body conditioning class without the aid of a machine and in a quadrupedal position, which involves the gluteus maximus and the gluteus medius.

The (sternal-thoracic) chest rest is to be adjusted in such a way that the torso is slightly bent forwards; the knee pad is also height-adjustable, so that the user only works on the hip joint and the tension on the glutes is maintained. The push footplate is hinged and the starting angle can be selected for easy access onto the machine; the lateral positioning of the counterweights is especially useful to select the load directly from the workout position.

Multi Hip

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

130

Width  =cm      

95

Height =cm

170

Weight =kg

160

Approx. Weight kg

50

 Description:

This is a multi-purpose machine to train thighs and glutes; the starting angle of the lever can be selected in a range of movement of 125 degrees to the right and 125 degrees to the left.

The footplate is height-adjustable, and so is the push roller, thus allowing the articular joint of the hip to coincide with the machine's mechanical joint centre for all types of users.

The handgrips allow for the safe and comfortable performance of many different exercises.

Seated Leg Curling

DIMENSIONS

Length =cm

165

Width  =cm      

90

Height =cm

185

Weight =kg

165

Approx. Weight kg

50

 Description:

The particular position of the body allows for the maximum elongation of the flexor muscles of the thigh: femoral, semimembranous and semitendinous biceps, without affecting the lower back.

The adjustable nature of the backrest allows for the articular joint of the knee to coincide with the machine's mechanical joint centre; the comfortable push roller is height-adjustable, while the overhead roller blocks the thighs to allow for their isolation.

The cam allows for a constant tension throughout the entire movement; the handgrip placed to the right of the seat is there to enable an easy start and the lateral positioning of the counterweights allows for a rapid change in load without having to get off the machine.

Shoaib Sports Company,

Badami Bagh, Khokhar Road, Lahore , Pakistan.

Ph. 0092-042-7643222, Fax. 0092-042-7609794 Email:z_shoaib@hotmail.com