Last Updated on February 24, 2025 by grubdunkman
In today’s blog post we take a look at a popular piece of gym equipment, which is called a Freestanding Leg Extension Attachment. It is an attachment for any fitness bench that doesn’t have a leg exercises functionality. Let’s take a look how it works and if it’s a good solution for your home gym.
The popularity of the freestanding leg extension attachment for the bench can be explained by by its compact design and high practicality. Leg extensions and leg curls are essential for a complete workout, and this unit provides you access to both exercises.
How Does a Freestanding Leg Extension Attachment Work?
Here we are describing the product that we have in our store. Other products probably exist and they are not necessarily designed and built the same way. The leg extension attachment has heavy frame that makes it solid and safe for exercises. However that’s not the only feature that makes it work. At the back of the unit there is a platform which is used to put the leg of your bench on top. This way the attachment is combined to one block with the bench. The weight of the bench and of the athlete is used to make the unit still and ready for the workout.
Will It Work With My Bench?
The freestanding leg extension attachments has adjustable height and depth settings and fits most fitness benches. As long as your bench doesn’t have any leg features in front that can be on the way of the attachment, the front leg of your bench will stand on the platform of the attachment.
What Kind of Plates Can I Use?
The attachment is designed to work with both standard one inch and Olympic (two inch) plates. The weight horn has an Olympic sleeve, which can be removed to fit the standard plates.
Any Other Cool Features Of Freestanding Leg Extension Attachment?
- Since you are still not convinced, how about this. The attachment has two casters in front. After it is used, you can easily roll it to the wall for storage. This makes it easy to use in small spaces. That’s a small thing that matters, but here is the big thing:
The Base Is Universal
The unit is comprised of two parts, the base is connected to the main part of the attachment by a threaded pull pin. Other attachments for this base exist and we have them for sale. You can use the same base for the belt squat attachment and for the seal row pad. Other attachments are currently in development.
Do I Need The Freestanding Leg Extension Attachment?
- Depends on your situation. It is not the first thing you need for your home gym. Start with the bench, dumbbells, barbell and some plates. If you are ready to add functionality and be able to train your legs this attachment is a great choice for you. Unless you want to buy a specific leg extension machine, this is another way to approach this demand.
So, What’s The Takeaway?
The freestanding leg extension attachment also lets you perform legs curl exercise. It is a universal unit that is a great choice for home gyms and PT studios. The unit is easy to assemble, takes little space and can be stored away when not used. It fits most workout benches. The base can be used with other attachments. We recommend this unit if you are trying to add leg workouts functionality to your gym, without buying a leg extension machine.
