PLATE LOADED MACHINES

Our Range of Plate-Loaded Gym Machines

Take your fitness to the next level with the ergonomic design and superior biomechanics of our plate-loaded gym equipment.

Our machines give you the freedom to load your chosen weight plates for a personalised resistance workout. Targeting both upper and lower body muscle groups, our plate-loaded strength training equipment helps to:

• Support and control your motion 

• Improve your form and performance

• Increase your safety in the gym

Upper Body Plate-Loaded Machines 

Execute controlled plate-loaded resistance exercises across multiple machines, including back, chest and arm machines. These plate-loaded upper-body gym machines are engineered to target specific muscle groups:

• Back machines build upper-back strength and improve posture, supporting compound pulling movements.

• Bicep curl machines offer greater muscle isolation, focusing on bicep growth and pulling strength.

• Chest press machines sculpt your pecs and build pressing power, improving upper-body strength and stability. 

• Row machines strengthen your lats and upper back, enhancing pulling power. 

• Shoulder machines target your delts for improved pressing and overhead performance.

Lower Body Plate Loaded Machines

Want to step up your leg workouts? Our leg machines are a great way to build strength in lower body muscle groups, including:

• Plate-loaded leg press machines work your hamstrings, calves, quads and glutes. 

• Plate-loaded hip thrust machines simultaneously train your glutes, hamstrings and lower back, targeting multiple muscle groups in one go.

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Plate-Loaded Gym Machine FAQs

Here’s where to find answers to frequently asked questions about our plate-loaded machines for sale.

What are the best plate-loaded arm machines for strength training?

These plate-loaded machines are essential for serious arm strength, delivering controlled resistance for greater muscle isolation:

• Bicep curl machine 

• Shoulder machine 

• Tricep extension machine

All are designed to share the same machine footprint, allowing you to use the same weight plates across multiple machines. This can come in handy for compact home gyms or commercial PT studios.

How can I progress safely on plate-loaded machines?

Using the same type of weight plate across multiple machines simplifies your home gym setup while still allowing progressive overload for each exercise. Whether you choose standard weight plates or bumper plates, you can train confidently on:

• Arm machines

• Back machines 

• Chest machines

• Leg machines

• Shoulder machines

Bumper plates withstand repeated use, keeping your machine workouts safe and smooth while letting you push your strength gains with confidence. Start with a manageable load on each machine, adding plates gradually as your strength improves.

What are the differences between pin and plate-loaded gym machines?  

Many gym machines, such as chest machines and leg presses, are available in both plate- and pin-loaded designs. 

• Plate-loaded fitness equipment requires you to preload your chosen weight plates onto the machine for a more personalised workout.

• Pin machines are adjustable and can handle a variety of weight loads. However, your weight choices are limited to a range of built-in options you select by pushing a pin into the weight stack.

Often sharing the same machine footprint, both can fit into your home or commercial gym space without compromising layout.

Are plate-loaded machines better than free weights for strength training? 

Both free weights and plate-loaded machines are great for building muscle, but each has key differences that affect your performance:

• Free weights allow for a greater range of motion and can activate more stabilising muscles during compound movements. However, achieving that free weight feel requires more stabilisation and control.

• Plate-loaded machines better facilitate controlled movement, making them ideal for beginners who use the same weight plates across multiple machines.

Overall, the adjustability and durability of plate-loaded commercial gym equipment enable flexible training without compromising safety, stability or support.

Contact our expert team for more information about strength-training gym equipment. Explore our online training videos and bring a PT studio experience to your home gym.

Ordering & Delivery

We offer UK-wide delivery for all our products, with express shipping from only £5. For next-day delivery, simply place your order before 3 pm on a working day. Total shipping fees are calculated at checkout. 

Note: Very heavy or large items, such as a plate-loaded gym machine, may take up to 3 working days to be delivered and may arrive on a pallet.

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