I previously reported that adding the Gym Radar banner to my gym increased all of my lifts by 10 lbs. I'm now here to provide an update. After pairing it with the acquisition of the OG Massenomics banner, my lifts increased by an additional 25 lbs across the board. Rest periods have become completely unnecessary. I no longer experience fatigue. I simply move from set to set fueled by unlimited strength, determination, and enthusiasm. Additional side effects include thicker hair, deeper sleep, improved mood, enhanced recovery, and a general sense that life is finally starting to make sense. At this point, I'm not even sure these are banners. They may be performance-enhancing wall art. If you don't own both, you're honestly doing yourself a disservice. The real question isn't whether you can afford them... it's asking if you can afford not to.

Can confirm my lifts immediately went up 10 lbs after hanging the Gym Radar banner in my gym. Strength increased, pumps improved, and my resting testosterone doubled overnight. Coincidence? Maybe. Worth the purchase? Absolutely.

I'll start by saying this product may work well for some people, so I wouldn't call it useless. Unfortunately, for my setup, it was a complete miss. My leg extension machine uses a fully round leg pad, and when I installed this attachment, it constantly shifted out of position due to gravity and the weight of the pad. That meant I had to readjust it before nearly every set, which quickly became frustrating. The other issue was comfort. Once the weight got heavier (around 160+ lbs in my case), leaving it pressed against my shins between sets became uncomfortable enough that I found myself removing and repositioning it repeatedly. At that point, it was creating more inconvenience than benefit. I have to give credit where it's due— the marketing team did an excellent job because I was genuinely excited to try it. Unfortunately, the real-world experience didn't come close to matching the expectations for me. Adding to the disappointment was the fact that I waited about a month for delivery and spent over $100 on what is ultimately a piece of foam. Needless to say, it didn't stay in my gym for long. I ended up selling it on Marketplace and recovered roughly 85% of what I paid, so it wasn't a total loss. Overall, this product may have a place on certain machines, but compatibility matters. For my setup, it simply wasn't practical, and if I had the chance to do it over again, I would pass.

The Multi-Flight by Temple of Gainz is probably the most unnecessary-necessary machine I've ever owned—and I mean that as a compliment. It's one of those pieces that you absolutely don't need, yet once you have it, you can't imagine your gym without it. What surprised me most is how much it changed my approach to shoulder training. I've never been a huge fan of training shoulders, but this machine has genuinely made me look forward to those workouts. That's something I didn't expect when I bought it. Temple of Gainz advertises the Multi-Flight as being capable of 4+ movements, and while that's technically true, I think it truly shines in three areas: standing chest flyes, bent-over rear delt flyes, and lateral raises. Those movements feel smooth, natural, and incredibly effective. You can certainly perform front raises, curls, and even some hip-focused exercises with a little creativity, but I generally prefer other machines or dumbbells for those. My biggest criticism is the price. I think this machine would be an absolute no-brainer in the $1,600–$1,800 range. At roughly $2,300, it's definitely a premium purchase and requires some justification. That said, despite the higher price point, I still believe it's worth it for the right buyer. If you value specialized equipment, enjoy training variety, and want a machine that makes shoulder work genuinely enjoyable, the Multi-Flight delivers. It's become one of the most fun and frequently used pieces in my gym.

I've always wanted to own a pec fly machine like the ones I used in commercial gyms years ago, but the price tag always kept that dream out of reach. Enter Temple of Gainz. This is machine #4 from them, and while it was definitely more of a luxury purchase than a necessity, it's become one of the most enjoyable additions to my gym. After working it into my weekly training, I've noticed a noticeably better stimulus in my chest and upper body. The pec fly movement feels smooth, natural, and effective exactly what I was hoping for when I bought it. The rear delt fly function is good, but not quite as refined. The machine performs the movement well, but I think it would benefit from one additional adjustment hole to allow for a slightly greater range of motion. With that small tweak, the rear delt side would easily be a 5/5 for me. One feature that deserves special mention is the weight stack. Not having to load and unload plates between sets is a convenience that's hard to appreciate until you've used it regularly. It makes workouts faster, smoother, and simply more enjoyable. Overall, I think this machine offers excellent value for the price. While it wasn't a must-have purchase, it's become a piece I genuinely look forward to using and one I would confidently recommend to anyone looking to add a dedicated chest fly machine to their gym.

These are well-built, durable wedges that are easy to set up and use. However, despite the quality, I found myself using them far less than I expected. In my experience, they work best for stationary movements where your feet remain planted on the wedges throughout the set. For squats though I found them less practical than advertised. During setup and unracking, I would occasionally bump them out of position, which isn't ideal when you have a loaded barbell on your back. After trying these I ended up purchasing a larger, full-size wedge, which provided a much more stable platform. Since making that switch, I haven't found myself going back to the REP wedges. Do they work? Absolutely. Are they a quality product? Yes. But whether they're the right choice depends heavily on how you plan to use them. If your primary goal is heel elevation for squats, I'd recommend considering a larger, full-length wedge instead. If I were making the purchase again, I would skip these and go straight to a full-size option.

This is a great piece to have in the gym if you’ve got the space and really want to light your back up. I’ve had mine for about 4 weeks now and it’s quickly become one of my favorite machines to use. What I like most is how versatile it is. You can do seated rows, standing rows, iso rows, and easily switch between pronated and supinated grips to change the feel and target different areas of the back. It doesn’t feel like a one-trick machine at all. And while it’s technically a row machine, you can actually get creative with it. If you position yourself in front of the machine, you can use it for push presses and shoulder press variations too, which was a nice bonus I didn’t fully appreciate until I started experimenting with it. For anyone building out a serious home gym and wanting more quality back training options without buying multiple machines, I think this one earns its footprint pretty quickly.

I know some of the reviews on this are mixed, but I honestly have to disagree with a lot of them. That said, I’ll admit I may be biased because I’ve always loved T-Bar Rows and knew I wanted some version of one in my garage gym. Recently I had to decide between buying a standalone T-Bar Row machine or going with an ISO Lat Row. I ended up choosing the ISO Lat Row after realizing I could basically create a T-Bar Row station using this pad and honestly, it’s worked out better than I expected. The pad itself is firm and supportive without being uncomfortable, which was one of my bigger concerns going in. Setup and storage are also way easier than people make them sound. I can have it ready to go in under a minute, and when I’m done it stores right on the side of my rack completely out of the way. For me, the biggest advantage was saving a pretty significant amount of money versus buying another standalone machine. In a home gym, especially for dads trying to maximize space and budget, that matters. It also works great with dumbbells if you want another training option. All that said, I do think this comes down to how much you value T-Bar Rows. If it’s a movement you absolutely want in your gym, I think this is 100% worth it. If it’s more of a “nice to have,” then I’d probably pass and put that money toward something you’ll use more often.