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We sell it, install it, and service it. North Carolina's largest fitness equipment retailer, with commercial sales, service & flooring nationwide. Since 1991.

We believe that a partnership does not end upon the product installation.! At US Fitness Products, “the difference is US” is more than just a tag line, it’s a daily mission. Earning a customer for life is a process that is forged over time. US Fitness Products believes that our partnership does not end upon product installation; in fact it’s just the BEGINNING! Award Winning Service, Factory Train

08/31/2026

In this tutorial, Richard from US Fitness Products demonstrates rope bicep curls on the Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer, showing two positioning variations that help maintain control, isolate the biceps, and keep consistent cable tension throughout the movement.

🔥 In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• How to attach the rope for bicep curls on the Inspire FT1
• Proper setup when standing close to the cable tower
• How to perform controlled standing rope curls
• How stepping back changes your arm positioning
• Why resting your upper arms against your rib cage can improve stability
• How to keep your upper arms controlled throughout each repetition
• The importance of a slow, controlled lowering motion
• How rope curls add variety to your bicep training
• Tips for maintaining consistent tension throughout the exercise

Rope bicep curls provide a versatile alternative to traditional bar and handle curls. By adjusting your distance from the tower, the Inspire FT1 allows you to change your positioning while maintaining smooth cable resistance and focused bicep engagement.

Equipment Description:
The Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer is a versatile strength-training system designed for commercial gyms, fitness centers, personal training studios, corporate fitness spaces, and home gyms. Its dual adjustable pulley system and variety of attachments, including the rope, handles, and curl bars, provide extensive options for arm training and complete full-body strength workouts.

08/28/2026

In this tutorial, Richard from US Fitness Products demonstrates straight bar curls on the Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer, showing how standard, wide, and reverse-grip positions can add variety to your arm training while maintaining proper form and controlled movement.

🔥 In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• How to set up the straight bar attachment for cable curls
• Proper upper-arm positioning to keep the biceps isolated
• How to perform standard straight bar bicep curls
• Why getting a full stretch at the bottom is important
• How a wider grip changes your hand positioning and curl variation
• Proper technique for wide-grip straight bar curls
• How to perform reverse-grip curls with the straight bar
• Why a shoulder-width grip works well for reverse curls
• The differences between straight bar and EZ bar hand positioning
• Why slow, controlled repetitions improve muscle engagement

Straight bar cable curls provide multiple ways to train the arms simply by changing your grip. From standard and wide-grip curls to reverse-grip variations, the Inspire FT1 allows you to maintain constant cable resistance while adding different hand positions to your bicep and forearm training.

Equipment Description:
The Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer is a versatile strength-training system designed for commercial gyms, fitness centers, personal training studios, corporate fitness spaces, and home gyms. Its dual adjustable pulley system and variety of attachments, including straight and EZ bars, provide extensive exercise options for arm training, functional movements, and complete full-body strength workouts.

08/27/2026

In this tutorial, Richard from US Fitness Products demonstrates reverse-grip EZ bar curls on the Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer, showing how grip width, thumb positioning, and controlled movement can add variety to your arm training while challenging the biceps and forearms.

🔥 In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• How to set up for reverse-grip EZ bar curls on the Inspire FT1
• Proper overhand hand positioning for reverse curls
• Why keeping your upper arms still helps maintain proper form
• How to perform each repetition with a slow, controlled tempo
• How a wider grip changes the feel of the movement
• Different thumb positions you can use on the EZ bar
• How reverse-grip curls challenge the forearms and grip
• An advanced thumbless variation for users with strong grip and forearm control
• How to maintain consistent tension throughout each repetition
• Tips for safely adding grip variety to your arm workouts

Reverse-grip EZ bar curls are a great variation for adding more forearm and grip involvement to your bicep training. The Inspire FT1 provides smooth cable resistance throughout the exercise, helping you maintain control while training the arms through multiple grip positions.

Equipment Description:
The Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer is a versatile strength-training system designed for commercial gyms, fitness centers, personal training studios, corporate fitness spaces, and home gyms. Its dual adjustable pulley system and multiple attachment options provide extensive exercise variety for arm training, functional movements, and complete full-body strength workouts.

08/26/2026

“Wait… you guys only sell gym equipment, right?” Yeah… about that.

We actually build the whole thing. Equipment, flooring, layout, installation, the works. You bring the space, we make it look GOOD!

08/25/2026

In this tutorial, Richard from US Fitness Products demonstrates wide-grip EZ bar curls on the Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer, showing how changing your hand position can add variety to your bicep training while maintaining a controlled, full range of motion.

🔥 In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• How to perform wide-grip EZ bar curls on the Inspire FT1
• How changing your grip width changes the feel of the exercise
• Proper range of motion for standing cable curls
• Why getting a full stretch at the bottom matters
• How to maintain control throughout each repetition
• How inside and wide-grip positions provide different curl variations
• An advanced relaxed-wrist variation for experienced lifters
• Why wrist comfort and positioning should be considered when changing technique
• How to keep the movement focused on the biceps
• Why a slow, controlled tempo improves muscle engagement

Changing your grip position on EZ bar cable curls is a simple way to add variety to your bicep training. The Inspire FT1 provides continuous cable resistance throughout the movement, allowing you to focus on controlled repetitions, a full stretch, and strong bicep contractions.

Equipment Description:
The Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer is a versatile strength-training system designed for commercial gyms, fitness centers, personal training studios, corporate fitness spaces, and home gyms. Its dual adjustable pulley system and multiple attachment options provide extensive exercise variety for arm training, full-body strength workouts, and functional fitness.

08/24/2026

In this tutorial, Richard from US Fitness Products demonstrates standing bicep curls using the EZ bar attachment on the Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer. He covers different grip and arm-positioning variations to help maintain control, achieve a full stretch, and effectively target the biceps.

🔥 In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• How to set up the EZ bar attachment on the Inspire FT1
• Proper positioning for standing EZ bar curls
• How to use the inside grip for bicep curls
• Why the cable setup engages additional stabilizing muscles
• How to achieve a full stretch at the bottom of each repetition
• Proper curling technique for consistent bicep activation
• How resting your upper arms against your rib cage changes the movement
• Why keeping your upper arms stable helps isolate the biceps
• The importance of controlled movement throughout each rep

EZ bar cable curls provide another effective way to train the biceps while adding grip and positioning variety to your arm workouts. The Inspire FT1’s cable resistance keeps tension on the muscles throughout the movement while requiring additional stability and control.

Equipment Description:
The Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer is a versatile strength-training system designed for commercial gyms, fitness centers, personal training studios, corporate fitness spaces, and home gyms. Its dual adjustable pulley system and multiple attachments, including EZ and straight bars, provide extensive exercise variety for complete strength and functional training.

08/21/2026

In this tutorial, Richard from US Fitness Products demonstrates cable hammer curls on the Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer, explaining proper hand positioning, body posture, and controlled movement to effectively train the biceps and arms.

🔥 In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• How to set up the Inspire FT1 for cable hammer curls
• The difference between a hammer curl and a traditional bicep curl
• Proper vertical hand positioning for hammer curls
• Alternative ways to grip the handle for better comfort
• Why keeping your arms close to your sides is important
• How to maintain an upright chest and proper posture
• How to perform each repetition without unnecessary body movement
• Why lowering the weight slowly improves control and muscle engagement
• Tips for maintaining proper form throughout your sets

Cable hammer curls offer a different grip position from traditional curls, helping add variety to your arm training while targeting the biceps and supporting muscles of the upper arm. The Inspire FT1 provides smooth, constant cable resistance for controlled repetitions through the entire movement.

Equipment Description:
The Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer is a versatile strength-training system designed for commercial gyms, fitness centers, personal training studios, corporate fitness spaces, and home gyms. Its dual adjustable pulley system and multiple attachment options provide the flexibility to perform a wide variety of arm, upper-body, lower-body, and functional strength exercises.

08/20/2026

In this tutorial, Richard from US Fitness Products demonstrates single-arm cable bicep curls on the Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer and explains three different ranges of motion you can use to add variety and intensity to your bicep training.

🔥 In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• How to set up for single-arm cable bicep curls
• How to position your upper arm against your rib cage for stability
• Why keeping the upper arm stationary helps isolate the biceps
• How to perform controlled single-arm curls
• How to use a full-range curl from the stretched position to the top
• How bottom-half partial reps change the movement
• How top-half partial reps keep tension near peak contraction
• Why partial reps may allow you to train with different resistance
• How to use different ranges of motion to add variety to your bicep workouts
• The importance of controlling the weight on every repetition

Single-arm cable curls allow you to focus on each bicep independently while maintaining consistent cable tension. By incorporating full-range, bottom-half, and top-half repetitions, you can change the training stimulus and add more variety to your arm workouts on the Inspire FT1.

Equipment Description:
The Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer is a versatile strength-training system designed for commercial gyms, fitness centers, personal training studios, corporate fitness spaces, and home gyms. Its dual adjustable pulley system and independent handles provide flexibility for unilateral exercises, isolation movements, and complete full-body strength training.

08/18/2026

In this tutorial, Richard from US Fitness Products demonstrates a leaning cable bicep curl variation on the Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer. This setup changes the arm angle and creates a deeper stretch while helping keep the movement focused on the biceps instead of the chest and shoulders.

🔥 In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• How to set up for leaning cable bicep curls on the Inspire FT1
• Why leaning forward changes the angle of the exercise
• How to achieve a deeper stretch through the biceps
• Proper upper-arm positioning throughout the movement
• Why your upper arm should remain stationary during each rep
• How to avoid bringing the chest and shoulders into the exercise
• How this movement compares to a drag curl
• Why squeezing at the top improves bicep activation
• The importance of lowering the weight slowly and with control

Leaning cable bicep curls provide a different angle than traditional standing curls, allowing you to create a strong stretch and contraction while keeping the biceps isolated. The Inspire FT1 provides constant cable resistance throughout the movement for controlled and effective arm training.

Equipment Description:
The Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer is a versatile strength-training system designed for commercial gyms, fitness centers, personal training studios, corporate fitness spaces, and home gyms. Its dual adjustable pulley system allows users to perform a wide variety of arm, upper-body, lower-body, and functional strength exercises with smooth, consistent resistance.

08/17/2026

In this tutorial, Richard from US Fitness Products introduces arm training on the Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer, starting with standing bicep curls using the handles. He breaks down proper range of motion, different curl variations, and how to keep the focus on your biceps throughout every rep.

🔥 In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• How to set up the Inspire FT1 for standing bicep curls
• Proper starting position for cable curls
• Why full range of motion is important for bicep activation
• How to perform both arms at the same time
• How to alternate arms for a different training variation
• Why curling both arms can make your workout more time-efficient
• How to avoid rocking your arms and using momentum
• The importance of controlled movement throughout each repetition
• Tips for keeping the tension focused on your biceps

Standing cable bicep curls are a simple and effective way to build arm strength while maintaining consistent resistance throughout the entire movement. The Inspire FT1 allows you to train both arms simultaneously or alternate sides, giving you flexibility based on your workout style and goals.

Equipment Description:
The Inspire FT1 Functional Trainer is a versatile strength-training system designed for commercial gyms, fitness centers, personal training studios, corporate fitness spaces, and home gyms. Its dual adjustable pulley system and wide range of attachments allow users to perform a variety of upper-body, lower-body, and functional strength exercises with smooth, consistent resistance.

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