Unlike many machines at the gym, the cable pulley has stood the test of time. That's because the cable pulley and cable crossover machines are some of the most versatile pieces of gym equipment, ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. April 24, 2024 Add as ...

The cable machine you see at gyms, with its pins, pulleys, and attachments, can seem a bit intimidating. But, in reality, swapping handles and adjusting settings is actually easier than changing ...

It does not take a range of equipment to set up a home gym. One machine with a cable can make your exercise so much different and versatile, like your whole arcade. Cable machines home gym help burn ...

Building strong, muscular quads is best done with a combination of compound exercises—squats, lunges, leg presses—and isolation work, such as leg extensions. Tack on some powerful plyometric moves, ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Ready for leg day?