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TWO IN ONE
The 1650 is the second generation machine featuring the unique “Fixed or Free Weight Selection System.” The 1600 was a tremendous
hit, and the 1650 promises to be even more popular with many new
innovations, including the cross-chest fly station. First and
foremost, the On-Line 1650 offers a free-weight mode far superior to
any previous system (see at right for details). In addition, this
feature can be easily switched off by selecting the fixed mode,
which offers an unsurpassed natural arc press motion.
MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT WITH THE FREE WEIGHT SYSTEM
In fixed-mode pressing, the path of the moving bar is guided,
focusing on isolating the pectoralis muscles (Fig. A)
Free-weight pressing, however,
requires the involvement of secondary, supportive muscles to guide
and balance the bar through-out the lifting action (Fig. B).
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LEG/CALF PRESS: Our new ultra-smooth
leg/calf press option provides an effective way to
exercise your quads, glutes and calves. Squat
attachments also available.
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This creative multi-position station
transforms quickly from one mode to another and allows
you to perform preacher curls, triceps extensions,
abdominal crunches, leg curls and leg extensions, all in
biomechanically correct form.
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The revolutionary cross-chest fly is a
tremendous chest exercise for a couple of
reasons. One, YOU determine the path your
arms will take, so you can work the pecs
from a variety of angles. And two, unlike
ordinary pulley machines, this unique
station features an ingenious arm-and-cam
design which gives you consistent resistance
throughout the repetition, even as your
hands cross each other, providing a
tremendous squeeze of the pecs and
surrounding muscles. |
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In the “free-weight” mode, as you lift the
weight vertically, the weight stack is free
to tilt back and forth (controlled by
built-in “spotters”). As with a traditional
bar and plates, YOU control the fore-and-aft
motion of the bar, as you move it
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If you’ve never pressed with a traditional bar and
plates, here’s the scenario. Load the plates, taking
care not to overload one side. Don’t drop a plate on
your foot. Look for somebody to spot for you. Add a
plate or two, subtract a plate or two. Don’t let the bar
get away from you.
Here’s how easy it is with the Vectra 1650. All you need
to do to transform the machine from “fixed mode” to
“free-weight mode” is pull the conveniently located
selector knob. This releases the fore-and-aft
restrictions on the weight stack, requiring you to con-trol
and balance the weight throughout the pressing action,
approximating the sensation and results of free-weight
pressing.
This act of controlling the vertical path during the
lift is what separates the 1650 system from the
so-called “user-defined” machines, with merely a
free-floating press arm. Just as with a free-weight bar,
the more you lift vertically with the 1650, the more you
must balance. And the more balance required, the more
the secondary, supportive muscles must be called into
action.
To return to the fixed mode, simply push in the selector
knob. This amazing feature must be experienced to be
fully understood and appreciated.
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