Sam's Fitness

Christmas 2010 Opening Hours

admin — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 11:06:19 +0000

Sam’s Fitness will be close at 1.00pm on the 24th December 2010 and reopen on the 5th January 2010. Wishing you all a great Christmas and New Year.

Cheers Sam.

Sam’s Fitness has Moved!

admin — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 11:03:01 +0000

Sam’s Fitness has moved to a new bigger and better warehouse. It is in the same complex as our old warehouse, so it is easy to find for our existing customers. For new customers, it is 4 Hills St, Banksmeadow, NSW 2019. If you are punching it into a GPS it will be easiest to put in the corner of Hills and Greenfield St, Banksmeadow. new Gym Equipment Warehouse

Lee Priest doing Barbell Shrugs

admin — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:51:01 +0000

This video is Lee Priest doing barbell shrugs on the . Please take note of the weight and form used! Lee Priest barbell shrugs contd

Lee Priest Training Rear Delts on Shape System

admin — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:43:39 +0000

This video will show you yet again what a great piece of gym equipment the Powertec Shape System is. Lee Priest is working his rear delts, the fourth exercise in his shoulder routine. Lee Priest Rear Delts contd

Sam’s Fitness Moving…….Again!

admin — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 10:51:04 +0000

Well the last time I moved I said we wouldn’t be moving again for a long time. It has only been 3 years since we moved to our current warehouse but we are moving to bigger and better premises…. Sams Fitness moving

Testimonial - Powertec Gym Northern Territory

admin — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 08:37:54 +0000

Sam’s Fitness ships Australia wide, so it doesn’t matter where you are you can get your hands on top quality gym equipment at great prices. The combination of us selling direct and cheap freight rates give all Aussies the chance to build a serious home gym. Powertec Gym Northern Territory contd

Powertec Olympic Bench Press

admin — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 01:41:13 +0000

We are finally getting more stock of the Powertec Olympic Bench Press. The new design has been a huge hit and we have been selling them as fast as we can get them. Powertec Olympic Bench Press

Lee Priest Trains Rear Delts

admin — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 11:46:18 +0000

Here is a great video of Lee Priest training rear delts in his home gym on the Powertec Leverage Pec Fly Rear Delt. This is perfect demonstration on how to perform certain isolation movements. Lee Priest Rear Delts contd

Testimonial - Steves Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 04:31:22 +0000

We have been selling Powertec gym equipment in Australia now for 6 years. One of the reasons why it has been so popular is that the word is spreading amongst the weight training community. Steve heard about the Powertec Leverage Gym through some mates, so he knew it was fair dinkum. Have a read about what he thinks about it after some time training on it. Steves gym review contd

Ironmaster IM2000 Band Attachments

admin — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 10:36:19 +0000

Here is another handy addition for your Ironmaster IM2000. They will be in production soon. Ironmaster band attachments contd

Testimonial - Powertec Squat Calf

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 10:13:12 +0000

Here is a very detailed review of the Powertec Leverage Squat. People incorrectly assume that this machine just replicates barbell squats. The Squat Calf has been designed to really isolate your quads and take the load off the back and knees. Leverage Squat review contd

Ironmaster Adjustable Dumbbells and Bench

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 09:53:00 +0000

Yet another Ironmaster Quick Change Dumbbell and Ironmaster Bench testimonial. Ironmaster Dumbbell and Bench contd

Lee Priest Dumbbell Lateral Raises

admin — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:54:58 +0000

After smashing his shoulders with 160kg shoulder presses on the Powertec Multi System, Lee moves on to his 2nd workout in his home gym delt workout. Dumbbell Lateral Raises

Lee Priest Shoulder Pressing

admin — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 11:57:54 +0000

Here is the next workout in the Lee Priest Home Gym workout series. This time Lee is hitting shoulders. First exercise is leverage shoulder press on the Powertec Multi System Lee Priest Shoulder Press

Lee Priest doing Cable Crossovers

admin — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 10:49:12 +0000

Here is Lee Priest doing his thing on one of my favourite pieces of gym equipment - the Powertec Shape System Lee Priest Cable Crossovers contd

Lee Priest Leverage Bench Press Video

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 05:10:51 +0000

This is the 3rd exercise Lee performs in his home gym chest workout. Here he goes back to the Powertec Multi System and does a flat leverage bench press. Lee Priest Bench Press contd

Testimonial - Lee Priest Ironmaster IM2000

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 06:44:49 +0000

Now you all know that I am a huge fan of the Ironmaster IM2000. This is coming from someone who previously didn’t care much for smith machines. Ironmaster Smith Machine review

Ironmaster Super Bench Review

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:54:12 +0000

Here is a very thorough review of the Ironmaster Super Bench Super Bench Review contd

Power Matrix 3rd Principle Bench Press

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:17:55 +0000

Here is Dr Ron’s Power Matrix 3rd Principle demonstrated on the Powertec Multi System leverage bench press. Power Matrix Principle contd

Testimonial - Power Rack System Package

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:55:27 +0000

Here is a testimonial for one of our most popular gym equipment package deals. The Powertec Power Rack System is one of the all time favourites. Power Rack Testimonial

Lee Priest Powertec Pec Fly Video

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:15:50 +0000

This is the 2nd part of Lee Priest’s chest workout filmed in his Powertec and Ironmaster home gym. Pec Fly Video

Lee Priest Powertec Incline Press Video

admin — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 11:35:38 +0000

See Lee Priest blast his chest on the Powertec Multi System doing incline bench press. Powertec Incline Bench Press

Funk Roberts MMA Circuit Workout

admin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:11:42 +0000

Here is another one of Funk’s MMA Workouts. All you need is the Ironmaster Dumbbells, Ironmaster adjustable kettlebell, ab roller and skipping rope. Funk’s MMA Workout

Powertec Factory Visit

admin — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:08:56 +0000

I have just come back from my tour of the Powertec factory in Shanghai. It was the experience of a life time!
This was only my 2nd overseas trip. So going to Shanghai is really taking a jump in the deep end. I try to avoid the city centre in Sydney at peak times because I hate crowds. Well Shanghai makes Sydney look like a sleepy country town. Powertec Factory tour contd

Testimonial - Ironmasters and Add On Kit

admin — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 11:34:51 +0000

Since I started this business and the popularity of Powertec and Ironmaster gym equipment has grown, so too have the cheap copies. Please don’t be fooled though, especially if you are buying online, these copies are simply not in the same league. Ironmasters and Add On Kit cont’d

Testimonials - Cons Home Gym

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 11:47:25 +0000

Check out Con from Tassie’s home gym set up. It is just like a personal training studio…. Cons Home Gym contd

Lee Priest Home Gym Workout Videos

admin — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 01:26:35 +0000

We have been meaning to expand on our Powertec and Ironmaster gym equipment videos for a while now. The old videos have been and still are great, and have a following worldwide now. So when we decided to update them we thought we would do something special for our loyal customers….. Lee Priest Home Gym videos contd

Testimonial - Funks Ironmaster Review

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:02:08 +0000

You have seen Funk Robert’s awesome Ironmaster dumbbell and kettlebell videos. This is what Funk had to say about the Ironmaster gym equipment Funk Roberts Ironmaster Testimonial

Ironmaster Dumbbell MMA Carry Workout

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:34:08 +0000

Now here is different style of workout for you all. I have done it twice now and it is definitely one of Funk’s best!!! MMA Dumbbell Carry Workout contd

Testimonial: Dumbbells, Kettlebell and Bench

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:16:36 +0000

Now this might not look like much of a home gym but I can tell you there is plenty that you can do with this set up. How do I know? Cause I have got even less gym equipment in my home gym!!! dumbbell, kettlebell and bench review contd

Back in Black - Powertec Power Racks

admin — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 06:19:45 +0000

We have finally got our hands on a heap of jet black Powertec Power Racks. Powertec have been selling these as fast as they can make them. They are back ordered in the US but Sam’s Fitness is loaded…… black Powertec Power Racks

Testimonial - Powertec Power Cage System

admin — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 02:56:05 +0000

Yet another happy customer with the Powertec Power Cage System. Power Cage System testimonial

Testimonial - Nikki’s Iromaster Home Gym

admin — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 08:00:58 +0000

The Ironmaster IM2000 is a favourite of the serious weight trainer who has limited space. Don’t be fooled by the simple design, the Ironmaster IM2000 is more than a smith machine. Which is important for Nikki as she is more than a serious weight trainer……….. Nikki’s Ironmaster Home Gym cont

Weight Training - Its Never too Early to Start!

admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:18:13 +0000

Here are some pics of my son Jake moving some serious poundage in dad’s home gym. As you can see he is hardcore………. starting weight training early contd

Ironmaster Dumbbell Workout Upper Body No. 2

admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 02:04:43 +0000

Here is Funk’s next installment in the Ironmaster Dumbbell Workout series. This is an upper body workout that utilises one of my favourite features of the Ironmaster Dumbbells. Ironmaster Dumbbell Workout

Testimonial - Powertec Multi System

admin — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 23:12:02 +0000

Here is a testimonial from Chris who has had the Powertec Multi System for over 4 years now. As you can see the machine is not only going the distance, Chris is still enjoying and getting great results from her workouts. Powertec Multi System

Ironmaster Kettlebell Workout - Upper Body

admin — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 23:00:42 +0000

Well you have tried Funk Roberts Ironmaster Dumbbell Workouts, now it is time to mix it up with the Ironmaster Kettlebell Handle. If you have the Quick Lock Dumbbells, these videos will show you how this addition will add great variety to your weight training. Ironmaster Kettlebell Workout

Discount Supplements Online at Spartan

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 09:50:42 +0000

Our good friends at Spartan Sport Supplements now have their online store up and running. Check out their website for the best range of supplements at discount prices. Not only will get great prices you will also get great advice and service. Spartan discount supplments continued

Ironmaster Dumbbell Workout Lower Body No.1

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:21:37 +0000

Here is the next in the series of Funk Roberts Ironmaster Dumbbell workouts. This is a lower body workout that will change your opinion of training legs with dumbbells. Ironmaster Dumbbell Workout

Powertec and Ironmaster Coming to NZ

admin — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:18:02 +0000

I am pleased to announce that our Kiwi bros will now be able to get Powertec and Ironmaster gym equipment from FitnessandLeisure.co.nz. We get a lot of inquiries from NZ and have done some exports but having a distributor on the ground is going to make getting quality gym equipment a whole lot easier. Powertec and Ironmaster NZ distributor continued

Ironmaster Dumbbell Workout Upper Body No. 1

admin — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:39:51 +0000

Here is the first in a series of workouts Funk Roberts has created for the Ironmaster Adjustable Dumbbells. Funk specialises in MMA Workouts so check out his website for more great routines. Ironmaster Dumbbell Workout

Lee Priest to Return at Sacramento Pro Show

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:43:21 +0000

Lee Priest is making his come back at the Sacramento Pro Show on the 7th November 2010. Sam’s Fitness is proud to be supporting Lee for this show. We would wish him luck but when you see the shape he is in, he won’t be needing any luck……. Lee Priest Sacramento Pro Show

Personal Training Maidstone Melbourne

admin — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 04:21:03 +0000

If you are in Maidstone Melbourne and looking for a personal trainer then go and see our friend Travis Borg from 12 Rounds Fitness Studio. Check out their new personal training studio Personal Training Maidstone continued

Powertec Power Rack - Now in Yellow!

admin — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 04:05:42 +0000

We have now got the 2010 Powertec Power Rack in construction yellow. Power Cages are fairly plain looking pieces of gym equipment so if you want something that stands out from the pack check it out. Yellow Powertec Power Rack

Testimonial - Scotts Home Gym

admin — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 04:54:35 +0000

Here is picture of Scott’s home gym. He has got a unique collecting of Powertec gym equipment, but the combination works together nicely. Scotts Home Gym

Testimonial: 2010 Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Thu, 20 May 2010 02:00:27 +0000

Here is another testimonial for the 2010 Powertec Leverage Gym. The new model has been a huge hit. Here is what Simon had to say……. 2010 Powertec Leverage Gym Review

Testimonial - Powertec and Ironmaster Dumbbells

admin — Tue, 11 May 2010 01:55:11 +0000

Here is some feedback that Matt has received from Nick on his new home gym. I didn’t deal with Nick personally but I know he is a good bloke because his gym set up includes three of my favourite pieces! Nicks Home Gym review continued

Testimonial - Richards Home Gym

admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 00:42:36 +0000

Here are some pictures of Richards home gym. It is based on my Hardcore Sam’s Ultimate Gym with a few minor changes. Richards home gym continued

Discount Gym Equipment

admin — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 02:05:36 +0000

If you are after a bargain we have got some old floor models on sale in our Discount Gym Equipment section. Discount Gym Equipment

Adjustable Kettlebell Kits

admin — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 04:15:27 +0000

We have now got the Ironmaster Adjustable Kettlebell Kits in stock and they are ready to ship. If you have not tried kettlebell training before, these kits are an ideal way of getting into it. Ironmaster Adjustable Kettlebells

Terms for Shipping Gym Equipment

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:15:45 +0000

Sam’s Fitness has been shipping gym equipment Australia wide for 6 years now. During this time we have formed relationships with some transport companies to ensure that your delivery will be as smooth as possible. Gym Equipment Shipping Terms

2010 Australian Pro Grand Prix 10 Competitor Line Up

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:41:35 +0000

Well Tony Doherty has done it again, assembling another top line up for the 2010 Australian Pro Grand Prix 10. The 10th show is certainly shaping up as one of the best bodybuilding shows ever. Pro Bodybuilding Show line up

Testimonial - Powertec Multi System with Weights

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:27:33 +0000

Here is a great review of the Powertec Multi System. Now it doesn’t matter how good your home gym set up is, nothing is going to happen unless you get stuck into your training and healthy eating like Craig has….. Powertec Multi Gym Review

Testimonial - Ironmaster IM2000 with extras

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 01:42:41 +0000

Some feedback we received from a customer who purchased an Ironmaster IM2000 for their home gym Ironmaster IM2000 review

2010 Australian Pro Grand Prix 10

admin — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 23:52:04 +0000

Sam’s Fitness is once again proud to sponsor the 2010 Australian Pro Grand Prix 10. This is the highlight in the Australian Bodybuilding calender so all you weight training enthusiasts get down to Melbourne and support this great show. Aussie Pro Show

Powertec Compact Leg Sled Assembly Video

admin — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:49:10 +0000

Our Powertec Lat Tower Assembly Instructions have been a great help to Powertec customers worldwide so we have decided to expand on these.

Here is a video of me assembling a Powertec Compact Leg Sled Powertec Leg Sled Assembly Video

Testimonial - Power Rack and Ironmaster Dumbbells

admin — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 01:20:02 +0000

This is a review of a traditional free weight home gym set up. It was a bit more hardcore than your average set up - Grant went with the custom Ironmaster Add on Kit for the dumbbells. That’s 165lbs per dumbbell! So when this man reviews a gym set up you should listen……… Power Rack and Ironmaster Dumbbell review

Testimonial - More on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:44:41 +0000

My motivation for starting this business was not about making money. I had a genuine passion for weight training and was fortunate enough to make that my livelihood. So I genuinely get satisfaction from hearing back from customers that love their Powertec Gyms as much as I do. Powertec Gym Review

Testimonial - Yes Another Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:03:34 +0000

I know you are probably getting sick of hearing how good this home gym is, but I am not so hear is another customer review on the Powertec Leverage Gym Powertec Gym Review

Testimonial - Powertec Leg Sled

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:05:20 +0000

Here is a review left by one of our good customers on the Powertec Leg Sled Powertec Leg Sled Review

Olympic Weight Plates - They aren’t all created equally

admin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:01:04 +0000

When purchasing weight plates it is easy to just say that they all weigh the same so it doesn’t really matter what kind you get. So I just thought I would share with you some evidence that not all Olympic Weight Plates are created equally. Olympic Weight Plates

Sam’s Fitness Olympic Barbells

admin — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 04:18:24 +0000

Just a quick word on our range of Olympic Barbells and why they are more expensive than some of the cheaper Olympic bars on the market. Olympic Barbells

Boxing Timer iphone Application

admin — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:14:05 +0000

I have been changing my training a bit lately. The weather has been so nice in Sydney I have been training a bit in the backyard at home with my Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells and Ironmaster Kettlebell Handle . I have also recently acquired some state of the art cardio equipment for my home gym - a skipping rope. With just these simple pieces of equipment I have had some absolute killer workouts thanks to my new favourite toy the iphone…… Boxing Timer Review

Testimonial - Ironmaster IM2000, Super Bench plus Attachments

admin — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:57:15 +0000

The Ironmaster IM2000 may not look as flash as the other multi gyms we sell. What it lacks in appearance it makes up in function. For such a small footprint the range of exercises is just amazing. If you have limited space and are after a smith machine then the IM2000 is the way to go. Ironmaster IM2000 Testimonial

Testimonial - Powertec Multi System - Yes another one!

admin — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:32:51 +0000

I am not much of a salesman. If you come into Sam’s Fitness or speak to on the phone and ask for a price on a home gym I will give you a quote. If you are uncertain we will not pressure you. We actually encourage you to look elsewhere if you are not certain. See what other fitness equipment retailers have on offer and compare our products, price and service. I think this testimonial demonstrates why…. Powertec Multi System testimonial

Sam’s Fitness Closing for Christmas

admin — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:53:42 +0000

Even though Christmas/New Year is one of our busiest periods as people buy gym equipment in preparation for New Year’s resolutions etc we are going to close down for the first time in 5 years. We all really need a holiday but…….. Sam’s Fitness Christmas hours

Free Timber & Particle Board Packing Crates

admin — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:29:01 +0000

All the Olympic Barbells, Weight Plates, Cable Attachments, Dumbbells we import come in Timber or Particle Board Packing Crates. We have a few regulars who come and pick some up but we have plenty spare that end up going in the bin when we run out of room in the warehouse. I have attached some pictures of the various crates we get. So if you are interested come and pick them up. Free Packing Crates

Website Update - Crashes & New Packages

admin — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:51:08 +0000

If you have been on the site in the last few days you will probably have noticed that the site has been down or playing up. Firstly sorry for the inconvenience, secondly it looks like all the problems have been fixed. Sorry for any inconvenience.

We are in the process of putting some new packages together. The old favourites are still there but there are some new cool ones……. Sams Fitness Website Update

Review - Max’s Muscle Meal Cookies

admin — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 03:33:17 +0000

Here is a review of product I recently tried and thought was very good. Max’s Muscle Meal Cookies review

Testimonial - Powertec & Ironmaster Home Gym

admin — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 01:48:57 +0000

If you are a true blue Aussie male you will drool at this arrangement. Sweet home gym in a 6 x 6 shed. Damn I am jealous. My life long ambition is to have a shed like this. The world might be getting crazier by the day but if you have a shed you can leave your troubles at the door. Well that’s enough of my shed fantasy…… Powertec and Ironmaster Home Gym

Testimonial - Another Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 01:16:30 +0000

The big difference between Sam’s Fitness and a lot of fitness equipment resellers - particularly online stores - is that we know our product back to front. The reason is we train on the Powertec and Ironmaster gym equipment, plus equally important is that we our out many nights in the week installing home gyms. In this instance Brenton was uncertain whether he could fit the Leverage Gym in his shed. Since we have put these gyms in so many places we knew he would be sweet. Powertec Leverage Gym testimonial

Testimonials Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells

admin — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:50:23 +0000

Just thought I would share a short but sweet testimonial for the Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells . Ironmaster Dumbbell Review

Testimonial - Ironmaster Super Bench plus Attachments

admin — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:58:11 +0000

The Ironmaster Super Bench has been one of our best sellers from day dot. Why? A good quality bench is worth its weight in gold in a home gym. You use your bench for so many different exercises so a bench that is as heavy duty and as easy to use as the Ironmaster sells itself. Ironmaster Super Bench Testimonial

The Truth About Bodyworx Leverage Gym Copies

admin — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:27:47 +0000

I had some very disturbing news from a Melbourne customer recently. There is someone selling Bodyworx Leverage Gyms in Melbourne who doesn’t mind stretching the truth……. Bodyworx Leverage Gyms

Testimonial - Another Powertec Leverage Gym Fan

admin — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:21:38 +0000

Here is yet another satisfied Powertec Leverage Gym customer. As the customer says you will be struggling to find a better home gym deal around. Powertec Leverage Gym Fan

Testimonial - Home Gym in a Single Car Garage

admin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:44:29 +0000

Just thought I would show you all a great little home gym we set up the other night. It was in a single car garage in a unit and I think you would be surprised at what great gym equipment you can fit in a relatively small space - I know I was surprised because I didn’t think we would fit it all in! home gym in a single car garage

Ironmaster Kettlebell Handles In - Finally!

admin — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:46:56 +0000

Well I know I have been talking about these for a while now, but the Ironmaster Kettelbell Handle has finally arrived and we have them on sale. And they have been well worth the wait! more on Ironmaster Kettlebell Handles

INBA NSW Championships & Olympia Qualifier

admin — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:48:46 +0000

Alright Sydney bodybuilding fans, here is your chance to see a great show at the Castle Hill RSL on Sunday 27th September. For all you weight trainers who think bodybuilding is all about getting on the juice then you might want to check this show out. This event is natural and more importantly tested. more on INBA NSW Championships

Another Ironmaster Super Bench Testimonial

admin — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 02:19:32 +0000

We sell loads of Ironmaster Super Benches there is no bench on the market that can do what this bench can do. another Ironmaster Super Bench Testimonial

Testimonial - Sams Fitness World Class Service

admin — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 01:37:55 +0000

This testimonial demonstrates Sam’s Fitness after sales service. You will note we didn’t sell Dave anything because he is from Canada but that doesn’t stop us from helping out a Powertec brother! Sams Fitness International Testimonial

Testimonial - Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells and Super Bench

admin — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 05:41:13 +0000

This is an amazing story. Check out Clarke Towson’s website and how he has transformed his body to that of a male model. more of Clarke Towson’s testimonial

Why Force USA Leverage Gyms are cheaper than Powertec

admin — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 01:54:49 +0000

Initially I was really annoyed when I saw these cheap copies come out but after hearing feedback from our customers we do not have a lot to worry about. more on Force USA Leverage Gyms

Thick Rope Training on Powertec Power Rack System

admin — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 09:41:34 +0000

Here is a great video for those of you with the Powertec Power Rack System. This is a great way to build grip strength and add functional variety to your weight training. Power Rack System Thick Rope Training

Lee Priest on Powertec Pec Fly

admin — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 09:15:35 +0000

Here is a short video of Lee Priest on the old style Powertec Pec Fly. Check out his form and check out his condition. Lee Priest Powertec Pec Fly video

Testimonial - Powertec Multi System, Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells and Powertec Leg Sled

admin — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:59:54 +0000

Another great testimonial from one of our good friends at Sam’s Fitness. Dave loves his weight training and has got the ultimate bodybuilding home gym. This combination is great because it has mixture of free weights with the Ironmaster Dumbbells plus all the great compound exercises in leverage format. To top it off the Powertec Leg Sled gives you great variety for leg development. Dave’s home gym testimonial

Testimonial - Sams Fitness Review By Jason

admin — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:29:09 +0000

One of the best things about this business is that we have had the opportunity to become friends with many of our customers. Jason purchased a Powertec Power Rack System before he started his Body for Life Challenge. That must have been years ago now and as you can see from Jason’s youtube channel that he has really embraced the health and fitness lifestyle. see Jason’s video review

Testimonial - Sam’s Fitness Newsletter

admin — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 03:52:37 +0000

One of the things we pride ourselves on here at Sam’s Fitness is helping our customers get the most out of their gyms. Our newsletter just has basic tips for training and eating. There is nothing cutting edge, just simple stuff that works. Sam’s Fitness newsletter testimonial

Testimonial - Powertec Power Rack System

admin — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 03:38:08 +0000

It may only be short, but this testimonial for the Powertec Power Rack System says it all. If you are a serious weight trainer and are contemplating a home gym then you will not be disappointed with this set up. You can train hard and train safe. Powertec Power Rack System testimonial

Testimonial - Powertec Multi System & Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells

admin — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 02:23:56 +0000

This testimonial is short and sweet. This home gym combo would have to be one of my all time favourites. read on Powertec Multi System & Ironmaster Dumbbells

Thick Dumbbell Handles Available Now!

admin — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:05:54 +0000

Now the Ironmaster Thick Dumbbell Handles have been that popular in the US Ironmaster have actually sold out of them. We have just got our shipment in but our stocks are limited - so if you are interested hurry up! more on Ironmaster Thick Dumbbell Handles

Quick and Easy Meals for Weight Training

admin — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:29:52 +0000

As I said in the intro, I have had a lot going on in my life at the moment and I did let myself go with poor eating. It is easy to do when you are flat out. So to get back on track I have really simplified my eating and just try and get just a balanced carb/protein/fat combo for each meal. Quick Weight Training Meals

Sam’s Recession Buster Program Review

admin — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:08:02 +0000

For those of you who followed my initial Recession Buster program that was designed for home training where you only have basic gym equipment, here is a refresher to keep you going. It is still a two way split but I have tweaked it so you can push that little bit harder for greater gains. more Home Gym weight training program

Testimonial - Online Training and Diet Programs

admin — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 22:43:52 +0000

Having good gym equipment is only part of the key to getting good results from weight training. You need to know how to set up a weight training program and back it up with the correct nutrition to get the desired results. This is what a customer achieved in 6 weeks with a Powertec Leverage Gym and one of Brad’s tailored training and nutrition plans Diet and Training Program Results

Testimonial - Sam’s Fitness Goes Global!

admin — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:36:16 +0000

This is my 5th year of selling Powertec and Ironmaster gym equipment in Australia. I have only ever imported these 2 brands so I guess I have got to know them quite well. In that time we have accumulated a lot of knowledge on the Powertec and Ironmaster range and this is helping people around the world make the right decision when choosing their home gym Sams Fitness US Multi Gym Review

Testimonial Sams Fitness Service

admin — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 01:45:33 +0000

Here is a very kind testimonial a customer left on our youtube channel. And before you ask it was not a friend, family member or one of my multiple personalities - don’t laugh cause it happens! Sam’s Fitness Service Testimonial

Testimonial Powertec Leverage Squat, Powertec Dumbbell Rack, Ironmaster Super Bench

admin — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 04:23:23 +0000

Here is a testimonial for the Powertec Leverage Squat, Powertec Dumbbell Rack, Commercial Grade Standard Weight Plate Rack and Ironmaster Super Bench. more gym equipment testimonial

New Combo Deal - Great Value Lat Machine & Super Bench Deal

admin — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 04:49:47 +0000

It wasn’t until we had a spare Ironmaster Super Bench in the showroom that I decided to have a Ironmaster Cable Tower Attachment permanently set up on display. Whenever I have new pieces of gym equipment set up I always start playing around with them - especially in winter as it helps keep you warm in our freezing warehouse! more on Ironmaster Super Bench and Cable Tower combo

Ironmaster Kettlebell Handle Update

admin — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 02:31:36 +0000

Well I have just placed my order for the brand new Ironmaster Kettlebell Handles. I have been told they should be landing in Sydney mid September. Sorry for the delay! Ironmaster Kettlebell Handle Update

Country Classic Invitational Bodybuilding Show

admin — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:39:07 +0000

It is with great pleasure I announce that Sam’s Fitness is supporting the Country Classic Invitational Bodybuilding Show. The show is on Sat 1st August at the Capital Theatre in Bendigo. What I like about this show is that there isn’t hundreds of categories so you get guys and girls of different heights and weights competing head to head. Country Classic Invitational Bodybuilding Show details

Testimonial for Ironmaster Super Bench and Dip Attachment

admin — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 23:51:26 +0000

Yet another satisfied Ironmaster Super Bench customer…. Ironmaster Super Bench & Dip Attachment testimonial

Inshape Eastgardens Gym Closed

admin — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 02:16:53 +0000

Inshape Eastgardens Gym has closed and left hundreds of members in the lurch. Apparently staff members are owed money too. This gym was the reason I started importing gym equipment. more on gym closure

Powertec Curl Machine Accessory

admin — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:45:04 +0000

The Powertec Curl Machine Accessory has the feel and function of a commercial leverage arm curl. It can easily be added to several Powertec Machines. Powertec Curl Machine Accessory Video

New Outbak Products Listed

admin — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:41:17 +0000

Our Outbak products have been flying out the door. Just thought I would let you know we have expanded the range with some great new products. more on new Outbak products

Dumbbell Wars – Buying Guide for Dumbbells in a Home Gym

admin — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 04:50:23 +0000

With the addition of the Commercial Grade Dumbbell Sets to our range I thought I would give you a quick rundown on what I believe what dumbbells work best in a home gym environment. read on for Dumbbell Buying Guide

Drop Sets with Adjustable Dumbbells

admin — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 02:52:12 +0000

When I show customers the Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells they often say “hey but you can’t do drop sets”. This is true to a point but I would like to point out the following: more on Dumbbell Drop Sets

Dumbbell Sets at Sams Fitness

admin — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 09:36:06 +0000

We have just got a container load of the Commercial Grade Dumbbell Sets. Like all the gym equipment we sell, these dumbbells are top quality and an affordable price. Dumbbell Sets at Sams Fitness

Weight Training Belt Size Guide

admin — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 06:52:28 +0000

Here is a guide to assist you in choosing the right weight training belt size. It is bit more scientific than my old “go by the size of your tracky dacks” guide! click for Weight Training Belt guide

ForceUSA and Bodyworx Leverage Gym Copies

admin — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 01:15:00 +0000

Well I guess I should be flattered that both ForceUSA and Bodyworx have decided to copy the Powertec Multi System and Powertec Leverage Gym. Australia is such a such a small market for gym equipment in comparison to the world. So it just goes to show how popular the Powertec gyms have been in Australia that these two have decided to take a free ride on the Powertec bandwagon in Australia. (more…)

More of Ivan Sadek hammering the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:19:35 +0000

I finally got around to editing the rest of the footage of IFBB Pro Ivan Sadek putting the Powertec Leverage Gym through its paces. This video will change your opinion on home gyms if you haven’t seen a Powertec gym before. (more…)

Matrix 1st Power Principle on Powertec Multi System

admin — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:22:43 +0000

Here is just a teaser of the Matrix system Dr Ron Laura is working on for the Powertec Multi System. (more…)

Ronnie Coleman Tour 2009

admin — Thu, 14 May 2009 04:23:08 +0000

During the finals of the Australian Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix Tony dropped a bombshell that Ronnie Coleman will be coming out for one last tour in Australia this year! (more…)

Jay Cutler: From Jay to Z Review

admin — Thu, 14 May 2009 03:22:36 +0000

Have you ever wondered what life is like for a Mr Olympia? Jay to Z gives a lazy 6 hour insight into the life of the best bodybuilder in the world. (more…)

Australian IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix IX 2009 Review

admin — Tue, 12 May 2009 03:37:22 +0000

Well it was another cracker year at the Aussie Pro Grand Prix. It was a top quality line up and Tony Doherty always makes it entertaining. (more…)

Dohertys Gym Review

admin — Tue, 12 May 2009 03:07:04 +0000

Just thought I would do a quick review of Doherty’s Gym - had an awesome workout there while we were down at the IFBB Aussie Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix. If I lived near Doherty’s Gym I would never have started Sam’s Fitness. Why would you train at home when you can train in a hardcore gym/shrine to bodybuilding 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. (more…)

Testimonial - Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Mon, 11 May 2009 02:44:35 +0000

Sam

I’ve just paid off my Powertec leverage gym that I bought from you in May last year. I’ve used it consistently for the 12 months - usually three times a week for an hour or so - and am still really enjoying it. (more…)

Ironmaster Dumbbell Spotting Stand Video

admin — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 03:11:49 +0000

This video demonstrates how you can increase your dumbbell presses with the Ironmaster Dumbbell Spotting Stands. You will be surprised at how much energy you save by not having to heave them into place. (more…)

Alison’s San Choy Bau

admin — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 03:03:24 +0000

I am on a high protein low carb eating plan at the moment which means chicken, steak and tuna every day. You really need to change things up every now and then because there is nothing worse than struggling through your meals. (more…)

Basic Strength Weight Training Program

admin — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 01:37:39 +0000

A good way to set up a strength program is to use your own body weight(BW) as a reference point. (more…)

Testimonial - Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells

admin — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 23:44:26 +0000

Hi Matt,

Just to let you know that I have received the dumbbell base kit and add-on kit. When I ordered them from your website it said that it would take 6-10 working days so I was surprised when they arrived immediately the next day. (more…)

Ironmaster IM2000 Exercise Video

admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:53:55 +0000

This is a great video which shows just how versatile the Ironmaster IM2000 really is. Unfortunately the Ironmaster IM2000 does not look as flash as the Powertec multi gyms we sell, but don’t let this fool you. The Ironmaster IM2000 is pack full of great features which gives you loads of exercises to perform. (more…)

Ironmaster IM2000 Self Spotting Machine Video

admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:03:58 +0000

The problem with buying Ironmaster gym equipment is that when you start you will find yourself coming back for more. The reason is that it is not only great to use but takes up bugger all space. The trick is that you just need to only slightly expand your home gym area without the missus finding out and you will be able to easily slot in the Ironmaster IM2000!

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Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbell Exercise Video

admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:53:29 +0000

This is a video of just some of the exercises that can be performed with the Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells. Combine these with the exercises shown in the Ironmaster Super Bench video and you will have plenty of variety to keep weight training for years! (more…)

Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbell Video

admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:31:35 +0000

A set of adjustable dumbbells will add loads of variety to your weight training. Plus they will take up minimal space in your home gym. When it comes to adjustable dumbbells, Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells are a favourite for serious weight trainers. (more…)

Ironmaster Super Bench Exercise Video

admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:17:32 +0000

Even if you don’t own an Ironmaster Super Bench, this a good video showing just some of the thousands of exercises that can be performed with a bench and some dumbbells. However after you see some of the cool attachments and how easy the bench is to use you will probably want to upgrade. (more…)

Ironmaster Super Bench Video

admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:09:23 +0000

The Ironmaster Super Bench is one of our best sellers. It is not only a heavy duty bench for serious weight training, it has many other features that make it an essential piece of gym equipment for any home gym, studio or gym. (more…)

Exercises for Ironmaster Cable Attachment for Ironmaster Super Bench

admin — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 06:04:16 +0000

Here is a video of just some of the exercises that can be performed on the Ironmaster Cable Attachment for the Ironmaster Super Bench. (more…)

Ironmaster Cable Attachment for Super Bench

admin — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 03:03:30 +0000

Here is a video for the Ironmaster Cable Attachment for the Ironmaster Super Bench. If you don’t have much room for a home gym then check this out….. (more…)

Ironmaster Company History Video

admin — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 02:02:08 +0000

Here is a great video which gives detail about the history of Ironmaster. By buying Ironmaster you are getting a product that has had years of development and testing. (more…)

Bench Press Extended Sets on Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 02:34:28 +0000

This video will show you how to build your chest without the need of dumbbells, pec decs or other fancy contraptions. Just another demonstration why the Powertec Leverage Gym is the ultimate home gym. (more…)

Prone Rows on the Powertec Multi Sytem

admin — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 02:12:43 +0000

Here is another great back exercise for the Powertec Multi System. If your back is still recovering from a heavy squatting session, this a great way to hit the back muscles when your lower back is still a bit tender. (more…)

Row Variations on Powertec Multi System

admin — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 01:59:39 +0000

Here is another advanced back exercise that you can add periodically to your back workout on the Powertec Multi System. (more…)

Bench Press Extended Sets on Powertec Multi System

admin — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 01:50:24 +0000

A lot of people ask if the Powertec Multi System has a pec dec - well this video will show you why you don’t need one! (more…)

Lat Pull Extended Sets on Powertec Multi System

admin — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 01:40:44 +0000

Here is a great way to up the intensity in your lat workout on the Powertec Multi System. You don’t have to do it every workout, just when you are feeling strong and want to take it to the next level. (more…)

Lat Pull Variations on Powertec Multi System

admin — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 01:31:14 +0000

The Leverage Lat Pulldown on the Powertec Multi System is one of the best movements for isolating the lats. Here are some advanced techniques that will progress your lat development. (more…)

Upper Curls on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 00:56:22 +0000

This video will probably do me out of a few sales of the Powertec Curl Machine Accessory but it just goes to show what a versatile piece of gym equipment the Powertec Leverage Gym is. This series of videos has shown you several top exercises to hit the biceps, but this one would have to be my favourite. (more…)

Rear Delts on Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 00:39:33 +0000

The Powertec Leverage Gym is great for basic weight training. But what sets Powertec apart from other home gyms is that you can perform great supplementary movements to target specific muscle groups. This makes the Powertec Leverage Gym the ideal home gym for an advanced trainer. (more…)

Prone Rows on Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 00:04:34 +0000

Prone Rows are a great way to hit your back muscles without stressing your back to much. This video shows you how to perform this exercise on the Powertec Leverage Gym. (more…)

Hybrid Rows for Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:28:04 +0000

The Powertec Leverage Gym has limited range of motion on the lat pulldown. Don’t let this put you off this great home gym because there are many ways that you can train around this. Here is one…….. (more…)

Pulldown Variation for Powertec Power Rack System

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:17:19 +0000

Here is an exercise that you can throw in at the end of your back workout. This is an advanced technique, so if you are not an advanced trainer keep doing your lat pulldowns, seated rows, barbell rows etc (more…)

Hurricane Ivan Sadek Hits Sam’s Fitness

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 02:48:21 +0000

Well it is not every day that you get a Pro Bodybuilder in your shop. We were fortunate enough for Ivan Sadek to come around the other day. This is what happened……………………. (more…)

Testimonial Powertec Basic Trainer

admin — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 23:37:04 +0000

Hi Matt

Please let Sam know the Powertec Basic Trainer is assembled and we are really happy with the quality.

Many thanks

Manuela

Employee of the Week - Lee Priest

admin — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:09:50 +0000

A funny thing happened while we were at the IFBB Australian Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix. Matt and I were watching the finals when I get a tap on the shoulder. I looked around and it was Lee Priest and I was busted for bludging! (more…)

Ivan Sadek - A Champion Effort from a Champion Bloke

admin — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 10:43:41 +0000

My highlight of the IFBB Australian Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix was the pro debut of Ivan Sadek. His 5th placing at his pro debut and to be on the same stage as Toney Freeman, Kai Greene and Silvio Samuel and not look out of place is a truly amazing effort. (more…)

Fat Handles for the Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells

admin — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 21:11:55 +0000

Check out these new Fat (or do they spell it PHAT these days) Handles for the Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells. (more…)

Pre & Post Workout Supplementation Made Easy by Lance Jensen

admin — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 20:56:36 +0000

This is the Feb 2009 diet and nutrition article written by Lance Jensen. It explains the importance of pre and post workout nutrition in gaining strength and muscle. This is a really important area, it doesn’t matter if you have the world’s best home gym filled with mickey mouse gym equipment, if you are not getting the right nutrition you will simply not get the results. (more…)

Sam’s “Recession Buster” 2 Way Split Home Gym Workout

admin — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 20:48:21 +0000

Here is the weight training article for the Feb 2009 Newsletter. It was written by yours truly and is part of a series of more advanced workouts for people that are training in their home gym with limited gym equipment. Home Gym Equipment training program

New Video for Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells

admin — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 06:34:02 +0000

Ironmaster have released a new video for the Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells. See how easy it is change weights on this adjustable dumbbell system. (more…)

Powertec Power Rack Lat Tower Option Additional Assembly Instructions

admin — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 06:22:17 +0000

Here are some additional instructions for the Powertec Lat Tower Option for the Powertec Power Rack System. The Powertec Power Rack System is dead simple to assemble. However some people think the Lat Option is difficult due to the cable system. With these additional instructions the Powertec Lat Tower Option is dead easy to assemble. (more…)

Shoulder Press on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 01:21:28 +0000

The shoulder press on the Powertec Leverage Gym feels just like high end leverage commercial shoulder press you would find in a gym. Not a bad feature for a multi gym in this price range. (more…)

Leg Extensions on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 00:49:28 +0000

I was not a huge fan of leg extensions to be honest. After doing some research I found they were probably causing knee pain that I was experiencing while squatting. However now I never do a leg workout without them. (more…)

Additional Back Exercises on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 00:26:28 +0000

These additional back exercises on the Powertec Leverage Gym make this a great multi gym for the advanced trainer on a budget. Building a strong back is essential in weight training and bodybuilding and these exercises compliment the seated row and lat pulldown perfectly. (more…)

Bench Pressing on Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 00:17:02 +0000

The Bench Press on the Powertec Leverage Gym is a huge selling point for this multi gym. There aren’t too many home gyms in Australia in the price range where you get a decline, flat, incline leverage bench press that can hanle up to 500lbs or 225kgs. (more…)

IFBB Australiasian 2009 at Sharkies - Come and see Toney “The X Man” Freeman

admin — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 23:58:05 +0000

Sydney Bodybuilding fans and weight trainers, here is your chance to see Toney “The X Man” Freeman. You have all heard me dribbling on about this bloke, so if you can’t get down to the Melbourne Pro Show come along to the IFBB Australiasian 2009 at Sharkies Leagues Club to see this man mountain. (more…)

Australian IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix IX 2009 - Poster

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 10:58:57 +0000

Here is the poster for the Australian IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix. Check it out and see just some of the star studded line up. (more…)

Powertec Lat Systems - Are they smooth? Are they heavy duty?

admin — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:33:43 +0000

When people are looking at the Powertec Power Rack System or the Powertec Lat Machine they often ask is the lat system smooth and heavy duty. I thought I would post a video so you could make up your own mind. (more…)

Hardcore Aussie Muscle - Australia’s Own Bodybuilding Magazine

admin — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 22:01:55 +0000

Aussie yobbo humour, childish bagging of mates and sexual innuendo – Hardcore Aussie Muscle is a literary masterpiece. In an age where political correctness is sapping the fun out of the Australian way of life Hardcore Ausse Muscle is a refreshing change and a bloody good laugh. (more…)

Sams Fitness Closed from 12th - 16th March for IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix IX

admin — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:55:40 +0000

Sams Fitness will be closed on Thursday 12th March until Monday 16th March 2009. We are once again sponsoring the Australian IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix IX. Read on for more details…. Pro Bodybuilding Show

Old School Shake for SIZE

admin — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:53:31 +0000

Here is the recipe that was featured in the Nov 2008 Newsletter. This is to be used in conjunction with the Summer Weight Training program for Size. (more…)

Summer Training Program for SIZE

admin — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 23:58:50 +0000

Here is the Training Article that was featured in our Jan 2009 Newsletter. This is follow up to the Summer Training Program Brad did previously. Check it out (more…)

Max’s Muscle TV - Australia’s own Weight Training Show

admin — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 23:50:05 +0000

If you have got Foxtel, make sure you check out Max’s Muscle TV on the Aurora channel Monday nights at 8.00pm. If you don’t have Foxtel you can check out both series 1 and 2 on youtube Max’s Muscle TV

Hip Belt Squats on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 09:49:29 +0000

I found this video on Youtube and it just goes to show the versatility of the Powertec Leverage Gym. In the video Ed has come up with a nifty invention allowing you to do hip belt squats - a great exercise for legs especially if your back is playing up. (more…)

Kettlebell Handle for Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells

admin — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 03:51:42 +0000

I have come across some interesting photos from Ironmaster – a kettlebell handle for the Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells. They are still in development but hopefully they will be in production soon. These look like they could be the best adjustable kettlebells on the market. Adjustable Kettlebells coming soon

Science Nutrition - Quality Supplements at Affordable Prices

admin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:58:01 +0000

We have been considering offering supplements in our range for some time as we get a lot of inquiries from our customers. As supplement users ourselves, we have found it difficult in working out what to use. It seems every other day there is a new product on the market and with all the marketing hype that comes out from the US it can get very confusing.

The addition of the Science Nutrition supplements to our range will make supplementation easier for you to understand and most importantly get the best bang for your buck. Science Nutrition Supplements

Spartan Sport Supplements & Gym Equipment Nelson Bay

admin — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 06:04:29 +0000

If you live anywhere near Nelson Bay make sure you check out Spartan Sport Supplements and Gym Equipment at Taylors Beach. It is hands down one of the coolest sport shops I have been in. Pete and Mel have got all the major supplement brands, mixed martial gear, punching bags, gloves and the Powertec and Ironmaster gym equipment. Supplements Nelson Bay

Lee Priest – Australia’s Champion Bodybuilder

admin — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:27:00 +0000

I just thought I would add a small bio of Lee Priest’s achievements for our customers who don’t know, or would like to know more about a fair dinkum bodybuilding champion. (more…)

Testimonial - Powertec Multi System, Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells, Ironmaster Super Bench

admin — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 06:13:14 +0000

Here is a very detailed testimonial from Lance Jensen. If you are a serious weight trainer and are interested in setting up a home gym then read this document. Lance as competed has competed for 13 years as a natural bodybuilder and has many titles to his credit. Even if you are not into competitive bodybuilding this testimonial demonstrates that the Powertec Multi System is much more than your run of the mill home gym. (more…)

Testimonial - Ironmaster Super Bench

admin — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:50:07 +0000

Here is a testimonial from a customer who purchased the Ironmaster Super Bench (more…)

Recipe - Turkey Chilli

admin — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:17:05 +0000

This is the recipe that was featured in our November newsletter. I forgot to add in the newsletter that I am not a huge turkey fan. So when Brad sent this recipe through I asked what you could use as an alternative. Brad gave lean beef mince the thumbs up. (more…)

Weight Training Sets Explained

admin — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:09:06 +0000

Here is the Weight Training article written by Brad for our November newsletter.

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LAST CHANCE! - Lee Priest in Perth for Bodybuilding Seminar TOMORROW

admin — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 23:10:52 +0000

Just a reminder that Lee Priest’s bodybuilding seminar is at the Como Theatre tomorrow. See brochure below for details. If you are new to bodybuilding and are not sure if you would like it or not just take a punt. I guarantee you will like it. Lee is a down to earth bloke and will not mind answering any of your weight training questions no matter what your experience level. Lee Priest Seminar

Recipe for the Morning Summer Protein Smoothie

admin — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 05:54:51 +0000

Here is the recipe from the October 2008 Newsletter. This compliments the Summer Weight Training Program perfectly. As well as cutting back your time on the gym equipment over summer to enjoy the outdoors, you also want to cut back the time in the kitchen - without missing out on the essential nutrients.

Morning summer smoothie – Here is a simple and quick recipe for your breakfast or morning meal. It is a quick and easy way to get a balanced meal of protein, carbs and essential fats – perfect for the weekend when you are heading off to the beach. (more…)

Summer Weight Training Program

admin — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 06:03:15 +0000

Here is Brad’s Summer Weight Training Program that featured in our Oct newsletter (more…)

Book Review - The Complete Keys to Progress by John McCallum

admin — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:27:57 +0000

People who are new or unfamiliar with weight training often assume that the only way to get big is to get on the roids. What they don’t realize is that there were big units around before anyone even knew what steroids were. That is the reason I got myself a copy of the Complete Keys to Progress. (more…)

Lance Jensen Before and After Shots – Matrix Powertec Training Program

admin — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:23:36 +0000

We have had a lot of interest in the results that Lance achieved on the Matrix Powertec Training Program. So here a couple of shots of Lance to demonstrate the results that he achieved in less than 4 months training on the Powertec Multi System Powertec Multi Gym Matrix

IFBB Australian Championships 2008 at Sharkies

admin — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 03:38:24 +0000

The Aussie titles on Sunday would have to be the best bodybuilding competition I have been to so far. The level of competition in nearly all the divisions was outstanding. (more…)

Lance Jensen wins WNBF Title on Matrix Powertec Training Program

admin — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 05:30:08 +0000

On Saturday 11th October Lance Jensen took out WNBF (World Natural Bodybuilding Federation) Heavyweight Men’s Asia Pacific Title. This is a remarkable achievement given that Lance last competed in 2004. What was the secret to Lance’s comeback? Powertec Matrix Program

Lee Priest’s new Powertec and Ironmaster Home Gym

admin — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 05:30:09 +0000

Lee Priest has returned to live in Australia after living in the US. We heard on the grapevine that Lee was having a few dramas training in his gym - the same problems we have all experienced over the years. But unlike us mere mortals, it is critical that Lee trains hard because it his living. The gym is his workplace. So when Lee can’t get on gym equipment because the gym is busy it is going to have an impact on his performance. Lee Priest’s Home Gym

Lee Priest Bodybuilding Seminar in Perth

admin — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:35:14 +0000

Lee Priest is coming to Perth for a couple of seminars on the 1st and 2nd of November. The seminar on the 1st November in Bunbury is already sold out so if you want to hear this legend of Australian and International bodybuilding speak then get your tickets asap. Lee Priest Seminar

I Want to Be a Bodybuilder When I Grow Up

admin — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 23:10:50 +0000

Now that I have reached the ripe old age of 33 and recently left behind my childhood years I am keen to have a serious go at bodybuilding. I have trained with weight s for ages but never really had a go at building muscle mass. My weight training was mainly just targeted at keeping fit and healthy as I have always had trouble keeping my weight down.

It has only been the last year that I have got some consistency back into my weight training and diet and I am starting to feel a lot better for it. So it is time to really start upping the intensity and adding some solid muscle. (more…)

Cardio – The Necessary Evil!

admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 03:45:57 +0000

I hate the typical “cardio” activities. When I talk about cardio I am referring to exercises bikes, treadmills, cross trainers, stair climbers etc. I really don’t see the point of sitting on a machine inside a building simulating an activity that can be performed outdoors. However I have found out the hard way that you sometimes need to incorporate a bit of cardio activity into your weight training.

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Standing Calf Raise on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:08:16 +0000

The standing calf raise on the Powertec Multi System is as good as any high end stand alone calf raise. The movement is super smooth and you can really pile the weight plates on. In this video Brad goes through how to perform this exercise properly and discusses different lifting techniques. He also details how you can target different areas of the calf muscle.

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Bench Pressing on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 23:19:01 +0000

The Powertec Leverage Bench Press movement is one of the best chest exercises going around. You can really load up the machine and drive out some heavy weights to increase your strength. If you want to build some muscle you can really isolate the muscle with some lighter weights and really concentrate on your form. This video shows Brad working through the flat bench press, incline bench press and decline bench press. Make sure you watch the video on the shoulder pressing because Brad discusses the different lifting techniques that you can use to add even more variety to your weight training.

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Free Weight Training Package Deal for Basic & Intermediate Weight Trainers

admin — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:50:07 +0000

If you are not happy with training at the gym and want to start training in your own home gym but you are on a budget then this is the package deal for you. With this package you can perform all your pressing movements, squats and chin ups on the heavy half cage and bench. The high and low pulley on the lat tower lets you do lat pulldowns, tricep press, seated rows, bicep curls, upright rows etc. You also get the leg lift attachment that allows you to leg extensions and leg curls.

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Serious Fitness - Personal Trainers Coburg Northern Suburbs Melbourne

admin — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 23:06:57 +0000

If you want to take your fitness and weight training to the next level go and see Bruce and Anne from Serious Fitness personal training, Coburg Melbourne. What sets Bruce and Anne from Serious Fitness apart from the competition is their genuine passion for weight training. You only have to walk in their studio to see this. They have the best collection of signed bodybuilding photos you will ever see. Also check out Bruce and Anne’s posing routines at the ANB (Australasian Natural Bodybuilding) Victorian championships on their website. (more…)

IFBB Australian Championships Contest Preparation

admin — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 04:31:32 +0000

Here is Brad Turnbull’s contest preparation update for the IFBB Australian Championships that we had in our Sept 2008 newsletter. (more…)

Chicken Special - Great Recipe for Chicken and Noodles

admin — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 04:25:38 +0000

Here is the diet tip from the Aug 2008 newsletter. I still haven’t had a chance to try it out because I have the muscle pizzas every second night! That gives you an indication on how good Brad’s recipes are, plus they are quick and simple. So give the chicken special a go and let me know what you think. (more…)

Weight Lifting Techniques By Brad Turnbull

admin — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 04:15:21 +0000

Here is the weight training article from Sam’s Fitness Sept 2008 newsletter. Using these weight lifting techniques you can easily add variety into your training without having to incorporate new exercises. This is great if you are training in a home gym situation where you might not have a lot of gym equipment. (more…)

79 year old Bodybuilder still going strong

admin — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 01:44:39 +0000

If you didn’t see it on A Current Affair the other night, there was a segment on 79 year old bodybuilder Ray Moon. What a champion! I think he only started weight training 4 years ago. He now trains 5 days a week and competes in the over 70 year old division. (more…)

Building Your Chest by Brad Turnbull

admin — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:55:00 +0000

If you are trying to build your physique one of the most important aspects is a strong and powerful chest. The good news is that building your chest is an easier task than most people make it out to be. If you follow these simple guidelines, eat the right foods and get plenty of rest you will be sporting a set of pecs to be proud of. (more…)

Muscle Pizzas - The Best Way to Eat Canned Tuna

admin — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:49:23 +0000

This was the recipe in our August 2008 Newsletter. If you haven’t signed up already make sure you do for more great recipes. Anyway eating canned tuna can get pretty boring. If I keep eating it for long periods I end up gagging on it and can’t look at it for a while. Muscle Pizzas are the best way to eat canned tuna. If there is a better way please let me know. (more…)

Machine Training Package Deal for Basic & Intermediate Weight Trainers

admin — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 05:14:14 +0000

The Machine Training Package Deal for Basic & Intermediate Weight Trainers is one of our most popular gym equipment package deals. You get the Powertec Leverage Gym plus 80kgs of rubber coated for the same price you would pay for some pretty ordinary home gyms. What makes this gym equipment combo so popular is that it is great if you are starting out in weight training. However unlike other entry level gyms this package can accommodate your strength increases - you don’t have to sell it and upgrade to more advanced gym equipment. (more…)

Shoulder Isolation Exercises on the Powertec Shape System

admin — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:49:10 +0000

Once you have worked hard at developing your shoulders through shoulder pressing, you might like to target the specific shoulder muscles. Brad goes through different exercises on the Powertec Shape System that work the front delt, side delt, rear delt and traps. (more…)

GYM EQUIPMENT – If it is not rated DONT risk it

admin — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 04:48:17 +0000

Serious weight training requires serious gym equipment. If you think you will get by with inferior gym equipment you are not only kidding yourself you are most importantly wasting money. Gym equipment that has not been properly designed will simply not deliver the same results as quality weight training equipment. Plus it just does not have that quality feel that makes you want to rip into your training. (more…)

Seated Chest Press and Flys on the Powertec Shape System

admin — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 02:59:16 +0000

One of the main reasons people buy cable crossovers is to do cable crossovers. This video shows you two great exercises that will work your chest better than the traditional cable crossover movement. It is this functionality plus the fact that the Powertec Shape System takes up a fraction of the space of an old style cable crossover that make this new design a better option for your gym. (more…)

Leg Exercises on the Powertec Shape System

admin — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 02:17:17 +0000

There are several great leg exercises that can be performed on the Powertec Shape System. These exercises give you a full body workout and make the Powertec Shape System a great choice for a multi gym for people who are looking at toning and maintaining strength. (more…)

Bench Press, Shoulder Press and Arm Curls on the Powertec Shape System

admin — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 01:07:19 +0000

The Powertec Shape System offers a great variety of exercises for the chest and shoulders. Here is Brad demonstrating flat and incline bench press, shoulder press and arm curls. For people who are just looking at maintaining strength or toning their muscles Brad shows you how to combine exercises for a great fitness workout. (more…)

Additional Back Exercises on the Powertec Shape System

admin — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:32:03 +0000

This is a video of Brad going through some extra back exercises on the Powertec Shape System. (more…)

Brad Turnbull’s Online Weight Training and Diet Advice

admin — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 22:27:13 +0000

I am proud to announce the launch of the new Online Weight Training Advice Page with Brad Turnbull. I think this sets us apart from our competitors. Everyone will tell you that their weight training equipment is the best but often they have never really trained on it. We not only train on the equipment we now have diet and weight training programs that are tailored to the Powertec and Ironmaster gym equipment. Weight Training Advice

Biceps & Triceps on the Powertec Shape System

admin — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 03:04:20 +0000

If you are looking at adding some variety to your arm training the Powertec Shape System offers one of the best arm workouts. As Brad explains you have loads of variety plus you can superset biceps with triceps to really blast your arms. (more…)

Powertec Shape System Introduction

admin — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 02:37:10 +0000

The Powertec Shape System is a highly versatile piece of gym equipment. Not only can it be an awesome addition to an existing gym, it also is a great multi gym for people who are looking to maintain their strength and tone their muscles. In this video Brad goes through some of the exercises that can be performed on the Powertec Shape System. (more…)

Space Saver Gym Equipment Package Deal - Basic & Intermediate Weight Training

admin — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 01:34:54 +0000

This is a great little video of Brad going through just some of the exercises that can be done on the Space Saver package for Basic & Intermediate Weight Training. If you thought you didn’t have room for a home gym then you should really check this video out. This gym equipment package offers a great full body workout with plenty of scope for variation with a minimal footprint. If later on you have more space and want to expand your home gym, you just need to add another piece or two of gym equipment like the Powertec Power Rack, Ironmaster IM2000, Powertec Leverage Gym. You don’t need to sell your original kit and start all over again like a lot of compact home gyms. (more…)

Ab Crunch on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:48:52 +0000

Ab exercises are the source of a great deal of misinformation in the weight training world. Companies exploit people’s insecurities surrounding their guts by bringing out a wide variety of useless garbage that will give you a six pack in a week and a half. If you don’t know what I am talking about stay up and watch late night tv. In this video Brad not only explains how to do ab crunches properly on the Powertec Multi System but more importantly explains the important factors in an ab workout. (more…)

Arm Workout on the Powertec Shape System

admin — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:24:59 +0000

Here is Brad going through an arm workout on the Powertec Shape System. You could also perform this on the high and low pulley on the Powertec Power Rack System, Powertec Leverage Gym and Powertec Lat Machine. (more…)

Additional Back Exercises on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 03:08:48 +0000

There are some great additional back exercises that can be performed on the Powertec Multi System. The lat pulldown and leverage row shown in the previous video are great for basic and intermediate training. Brad goes through these additional back exercises that will allow you to add variety as you progress to advanced training. (more…)

Leverage Lat Pulls on the Powertec Multi System.

admin — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:44:07 +0000

The leverage lat pull on the Powertec Multi System is a truly unique back exercise. The movement is similar to a behind the neck chin up and Brad goes through the proper form on this exercise. (more…)

Shoulder Workout on Ironmaster IM2000 and Powertec Shape System

admin — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 05:36:19 +0000

Here is video of a shoulder workout Brad Turnbull did at our warehouse. This is a great an example of how you don’t have to perform a heap of exercises with multiple sets. Just two exercises performed with intensity does the trick. (more…)

Introduction to the Powertec Multi System with Brad Turnbull

admin — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 02:45:47 +0000

Brad Turnbull explains why he chose the Powertec Multi System. If the Powertec Multi System is good enough for Brad then it is going to satisfy nearly all serious weight trainers. Brad has been training for 17 years and has been runner up IFBB Mr Australia so he is a fair judge of the effectiveness of gym equipment. Brad uses the Powertec Multi System for his training as a competitive bodybuilder plus trains others with his personal training business. This series of videos were shot without scripting and are just based on Brad’s own experience with the Powertec Multi System. As you can see they are fairly comprehensive. We shot these in October 2007 and since then Brad has come up with even more techniques etc. (more…)

Standing Leg Curls on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 01:49:50 +0000

The Powertec Multi System does not have a dedicated leg curl station. However after playing around with machine we came up with the standing leg curl and Brad goes through how to perform this exercise with correct form. This is a great exercise to add to your leverage squats to give you greater leg development. (more…)

Leg Extensions on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 01:32:09 +0000

Brad goes through how to do leg extensions with correct form on the Powertec Multi System. You will notice that he does not use a lot of weight in this demonstration but goes to failure. If you are doing this exercise properly and effectively isolating the quads you will not need a lot of weight. (more…)

Leverage Rows on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:52:25 +0000

The Powertec Multi System does not have a traditional cable and pulley type seated row. It has a supported leverage row. Brad goes through how to perform this exercise and what rep and set combo works best. (more…)

Leverage Squats on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:02:08 +0000

Squats are one of, if not the best weight lifting exercise around. The only problem with them is a lot of people hate doing them. They are hard work. Leverage Squats on the Powertec Multi System is makes squatting easier as it takes a lot of load off the back and knees. Here is a video of Brad going through how to perform this exercise properly and he also discusses different lifting techniques. (more…)

Preacher Arm Curls on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 07:05:08 +0000

The preacher curl on the Powertec Multi System is one of the best bicep workouts around. The design of the preacher pad and movement of the lever arm really isolate the biceps. Brad goes through how to perform this exercise correctly and how to target the different sections of the bicep. (more…)

Chest Workout with Brad Turnbull on Powertec & Ironmaster Gym Equipment

admin — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 01:02:07 +0000

This is short video of a simple mass building/maintenance chest workout that Brad Turnbull went through at the shop. It is just the last two sets of each exercise. Brad did the incline press on the Powertec Multi System and the incline dumbbell press on the Ironmaster Super Bench with the Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells. (more…)

Tricep Press on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:54:11 +0000

Performing a tricep press on the Powertec Multi System is a little different to performing a tricep press using cable and pulley arrangement. In this video Brad goes through how to perform this exercise correctly on the Powertec Multi System. Brad also goes through some lifting techniques on the tricep press. (more…)

Shoulder Pressing on the Powertec Multi System

admin — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:38:39 +0000

This is a great video where Brad goes through Shoulder Pressing on the Powertec Multi System. It goes through lifting techniques that also apply to the chest pressing on this machine (incline press, flat bench press & decline press). This video is also applicable for the Powertec Leverage Gym and the Powertec Leverage Multi Press. (more…)

Lunge Workout on the Powertec Compact Leg Sled

admin — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:21:52 +0000

Here is a video of Brad going through a lunge workout on the Powertec Compact Leg Sled. This is a great way to recruit more muscle groups than performing a traditional leg press. (more…)

Lunges on the Powertec Compact Leg Sled

admin — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 03:54:45 +0000

Performing lunges on the Powertec Compact Leg Sled is another way this great little machine will add variety to your leg training. (more…)

Calf Training on the Powertec Compact Leg Sled

admin — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 03:26:46 +0000

Brad goes through the two different methods of calf training on the Powertec Compact Leg Sled. (more…)

Quad Training on the Powertec Compact Leg Sled

admin — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 03:09:24 +0000

The Powertec Compact Leg Sled is a great value machine to supplement your leg training. In this video Brad goes through different lifting techniques to target your quads.

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High & Low Pulley Exercises on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 02:27:19 +0000

This is a cracker of a video of Brad going through different cable exercises that can be performed on the Powertec Leverage Gym. You can also use the tips and techniques covered on this video if you have the Powertec Power Rack System or Powertec Lat Machine. (more…)

Supplementary Dumbbell Movements on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 02:14:48 +0000

Here is Brad going through some dumbbell movements that can be performed on the Powertec Leverage Gym. These exercises will give you more variety particularly for your arm training. (more…)

Leg Curls on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 02:01:35 +0000

Here is a short video of how to do lying leg curls on the Powertec Leverage Gym. This video is also applicable to the Powertec Leg Lift Attachment on the Powertec Utility Bench. (more…)

Donkey Calf Raises on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:32:19 +0000

There is not a dedicated calf exercise on the Powertec Leverage Gym. But after playing around we discovered that we could perform donkey calf raises. (more…)

Squat Rows on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:25:27 +0000

Here is a short video of Brad demonstrating how to do Squat Rows on the Powertec Leverage Gym. This is a great alternative to doing squats in the normal fashion, which is handy if your back is a little tight or knees a bit sore. (more…)

Leverage Squats on the Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:28:28 +0000

Here is a short video of Brad Turnbull performing leverage squats on the Powertec Leverage Gym. The leverage squat is what really sets the Powertec Leverage Gym apart from other home gyms in the price range. (more…)

Body For Life Challenge Review

admin — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:08:07 +0000

A lot of customers have asked about the Body for Life program and what I thought about it. So I thought I would share my experience of this combined weight training and diet program. (more…)

Bodybuilding DVD Review: Toney Freeman “The X-Man Cometh”

admin — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 11:28:36 +0000

We had the privilege of having Toney Freeman signing autographs near our stand at the IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix in Melbourne. The poor bloke was knackered from competing but was more than happy to sign autographs for hours. A lot of athletes could learn some valuable lessons in humility from bodybuilders – in a sport where there is not a lot of money or glamour they certainly appreciate their fans. (more…)

Save Petrol – Train at Home! Buy a Home Gym Today

admin — Sat, 24 May 2008 02:39:18 +0000

What the hell is happening to petrol prices? How high are they going to go? Is the world going to end? Buy a Home Gym today

Powertec Gym Equipment Maintenance Tip – P-LTO Powertec Lat Tower Option, P-LM Powertec Lat Machine & P-SS-FB Powertec Shape System.

admin — Thu, 22 May 2008 07:26:35 +0000

The Powertec cable set up on the P-LTO Powertec Lat Tower Option, P-LM Powertec Lat Machine & P-SS-FB Powertec Shape System is one of the smoothest cable set ups around. It is a lot smoother than many high end commercial strength equipment. (more…)

Thinking about a Home Gym?

admin — Tue, 20 May 2008 08:18:39 +0000

Thinking about a Home Gym?

In a perfect world if you had a gym at the end of your street with top notch weight training equipment which was not packed to the rafters when you wanted to train and charged reasonable gym fees, you would probably not need to train at home. (more…)

Sam’s Fitness Has Moved

admin — Tue, 20 May 2008 07:54:19 +0000

Well this is the third time we have moved in 3 years and hopefully it will be the last for a while. Moving a warehouse of gym equipment is bloody hard work! Sam’s Fitness moved

Sam’s Fitness New Gym Equipment Shipping Rates

admin — Wed, 14 May 2008 00:26:07 +0000

With the price of nearly everything going up these days I am pleased to announce that we have been able to reduce the shipping rates on a lot of our pieces of fitness equipment. Some smaller items have gone up unfortunately but the majority of gym equipment has been reduced or maintained. gym equipment shipping rates

Body Building DVD Review - Lee Priest: The Blond Myth

admin — Tue, 13 May 2008 11:15:22 +0000

Bodybuilding DVD Review – Lee Priest: The Blond Myth

Lee Priest is a freak. There is no getting around it. Lee says in the DVD that he has aimed for the freakish physique. Well he can cross that off the list because he is most definitely a unit. (more…)

10 Diet Tips for Weight Training

admin — Sat, 10 May 2008 04:22:54 +0000

10 Diet Tips for Weight Training (more…)

10 Weight Training Tips

admin — Sat, 10 May 2008 04:10:18 +0000

10 Weight Training Tips (more…)

Basic Weight Training Program

admin — Sat, 10 May 2008 02:07:42 +0000

Basic Weight Training Program

Intro

This program is great for beginner or intermediate weight trainers. I even use this program myself if I have had an extended lay off from training. Working in the higher rep range allows you to work on your form and make sure that you are isolating and training the correct muscles. It also prepares your body for the more demanding programs ahead. (more…)

Basic Weight Training Diet

admin — Sat, 10 May 2008 00:55:42 +0000

This diet is designed for people who are looking at getting the correct nutrition while weight training. Muscles growth is the body’s response to the overloading of muscles through weight training. The muscle growth process requires certain essential nutrients – the Basic Weight Training Diet ensures that your body has all these bases covered. (more…)

Powertec Leverage Gym - Basic Weight Training Program

admin — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:12:54 +0000

I thought I would write a review on our time spent training on the Powertec Workbench Leverage Gym doing Basic Training. Hopefully this review will help if you are looking at buying some home gym equipment. Powertec Leverage Gym Basic Training Program

Home Gym Equipment Buying Guide

admin — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:42:34 +0000

Selecting the right gym equipment is important as it is a big investment. If you make the right decision you will get years of enjoyable training with great results, all in the convenience and comfort of your own home. Make the wrong decision and you will end up with an expensive clothes hanger. read on Home Gym Equipment buying guide

Sam’s Fitness now on Foxtel

admin — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 03:52:57 +0000

Sam’s Fitness has started spreading the news on the best value gym equipment in Australia with a new Foxtel ad campaign. weight training equipment on Foxtel

The Changing Scene by Dave Draper

admin — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:23:27 +0000

An interesting article by former Mr Universe Dave Draper about the changing gym scene in the US and how setting up your own home gym can provide the right training environment (more…)

Dumbbell Training with the Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells

admin — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 03:15:31 +0000

I just thought I would share with you my experience of some dumbbell training I did while I was away on holidays. It shows that you can have great workouts without needing a lot of gym equipment. When you are conditioned to training on gym equipment in a commercial gym you tend to lose your imagination and become reliant on machines for a lot of your training. However with a bit of imagination you can design a workout with a minimum of gym equipment that will have you feeling strong and healthy. Ironmaster Dumbbell Training here

IFBB Australian Championships Review Oct 2007 @ Revesby Workers Club, Sydney

admin — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:03:23 +0000

The IFBB Australian Championships 2007 was an awesome show. Work unfortunately got in the way on Saturday and I missed the whole day. To make up for it I went to both the pre judging and finals on the Sunday. read on for Bodybuilding review

Powertec and Ironmaster Gym Equipment – Don’t Believe Everything You Hear!

admin — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 10:42:30 +0000

It is very disappointing to hear, but unfortunately I have heard that other fitness equipment retailers have been slagging off the Powertec and Ironmaster gym equipment in Australia. more on Powertec and Ironmaster gym equipment tales

Testimonial Advanced Physique Space Saver 1 Gym Equipment Package + Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbell Add on Kit

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 09:22:58 +0000

Hey Sam,

Equipment arrived and is set-up, must say I am very impressed with it, thanks for the prompt delivery.

Testimonial Powertec Multi Press

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 09:17:57 +0000

“I have been using the Powertec Workbench Multi Press for over 1 year now and have found it to be an invaluable addition to my gym. I train a broad range of people from power lifters,football players and body builders. more Powertec Multi Press testimonial

Testimonial Powertec Multi System

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 09:16:31 +0000

Hi matt,

the gym arrived this morning it took a couple of hours to put it together and then had a little play on it.
VERY VERY happy with everything.

Thankyou

Testimonial Powertec Multi System, Powertec Vertical Gym & Powertec Power Rack

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 09:06:10 +0000

When purchasing gym equipment for a school it is important that it can withstand the rigors of extensive use, require little maintenance, is simple and safe to use and be at a decent price!!!! more Powertec Gym Equipment review

Testimonial Powertec Power Rack System

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 09:02:19 +0000

I have recently purchased weight training equipment from Sam’s Fitness and Sam has asked me to write about my training and the equipment I bought. I am happy to do this - I am very happy with the quality of the equipment Sam sold me. more Powertec Power Rack testimonial

Testimonial Powertec Hyperextension/Roman Chair

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:08:50 +0000

Click here for Powertec Hyperextension Testimonial

Testimonial Powertec Compact Leg Sled

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:06:18 +0000

HI Sam

Great machine. Powertec Leg Sled testimonial read on

Testimonial Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:01:32 +0000

Previously I had joined a Gym about three years ago and started some weight training, but had no direction and did not really get any results, only lasting about twelve months. more Powertec Home Gym testimonial

Testimonial Powertec Leverage Gym

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 06:30:00 +0000

“Thanks Sam i just wanted to tell you that the powertec gym is the best gym i have ever brought, the workouts are amazing on it, i can see how much is the gym is going to work for me.

Cheers
Dean”

Testimonial Powertec Dumbbell Racks

admin — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 06:28:39 +0000

Sam,

Just a note to say thanks for the Powertec dumbbell racks… they’re awesome… great design, solid, and at a really good price. Powertec Dumbbell Rack testimonial

Testimonial Powertec Workbench Multi System

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 09:04:38 +0000

Sam,

Excellent. Thanks mate. Yeah, Powertec gear is a definite winner. Powertec Multi System testimonial

Testimonials Powertec Leverage Squat/Calf, Powertec Leverage Maxi Crunch & Powertec Chin/Dip/Vertical Knee Raise

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 04:43:59 +0000

“Hi i recently purchased a number of different powertec equipment from you and love it it is great equipment. i am now interested in purchasing the powertec multi press.”

Testimonials Ironmaster Super Bench + Chin & Dip Attachment

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 04:42:27 +0000

Matt,
Unpacked and assembled everything last night. All the parts were there and I am very impressed with the bench and how rigid and stable it is.
Thanks!

Colin.

Testimonials Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells & Ironmaster Super Bench

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 04:40:32 +0000

Hey Sam

Just a quick word of thanks for your great service. Fast and reliable! click for Ironmaster Dumbbell and Bench Testimonial

Testimonials Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 04:38:40 +0000

Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells

Sam,

Very pleased with the Ironmaster Dumbbell set. Very well made. Even down to the cabinet construction, built to last. Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbell Testimonials read on

Testimonial: Ironmaster Super Bench

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 01:58:28 +0000

Thanks Sam,

Received the bench and handles today. What an excellent bench!!! Best one I’ve ever seen- including in any gym. More Super Bench testimonial

Testimonial: Ironmaster IM2000 Self Spotting Machine

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 01:58:28 +0000

Hi Matt.
The other day I contacted Ironmaster for information regarding sales in Sydney, Australia. More Ironmaster IM2000 Testimonial

Testimonial: Ironmaster IM2000, Ironmaster Quick Lock Dumbbells, Ironmaster Super Bench + Ironmaster Attachments

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 01:56:03 +0000

“Matthew,

No complaint at all what so ever! Thank you so much for all your professionalism in giving after sales support. Will definitely passed on the good words about your business.

By the way, thank you for the ball pin that you have sent earlier too.

Regards,
Vinh”

Testimonial: Sports Specific - Free Weight Premium

admin — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 01:54:10 +0000

“hi mate,

Thanks for your speedy delivery of this gym.
I would like to say i am very impressed with the quality and craftsmanship and have no hessitations in reccomending you to anybody i know. I purchased another simular setup like yours about 4 months off ebay and the guy ripped me off and its currently under investigation!

Thanks for comming thru with the goods i am very happy!”

Sam’s Fitness Closed from Thursday 6th March until Monday 10th March 2008

admin — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 22:18:40 +0000

Sam’s Fitness will be closed from Thursday 6th March until Monday 10th March 2008. We are sponsors of the IFBB Australian Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix VIII. Opening Hours for Bodybuilding Show

IFBB Australian Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix VIII – Competitor’s Announced!

admin — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 22:05:12 +0000

The Australian IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Show is less than 6 weeks away. Here is a list of the competitors. Pro-Bodybuilding-Line-Up

IFBB Australian Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix VIII

admin — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 06:44:55 +0000

The Australian IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Grand Prix has grown into one the best supported and most respected bodybuilding contests on the IFBB Pro League circuit. It is Australia’s one and only chance to see the world’s best pro bodybuilders on stage. Read on for more Pro-Bodybuilding-News