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Skelcore Pro Plus Series Belt Hip Thrust Machine
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Description
The Skelcore Pro Plus Series Belt Plate-Loaded Hip Thrust Machine is a cutting-edge piece of equipment designed to enhance the effectiveness and comfort of hip thrust exercises, particularly targeting the glutes, hips, and core. With its plate-loaded mechanism and belt support system, it offers several benefits that make it an excellent addition to strength training regimens.
Product features
1. Enhanced Glute Activation
- The plate-loaded nature of the machine allows users to progressively add resistance, ensuring optimal glute engagement and muscle growth. By isolating the glutes effectively, the machine helps users build stronger and more defined glutes.
2. Increased Load Capacity
- The plate-loaded design provides the ability to load the machine with significant weight, allowing for progressive overload. This is crucial for muscle growth and strength, as increasing weight over time is a key factor in building muscle.
3. Better Support and Comfort
- The belt support system provides stability during heavy lifting, ensuring the user is securely positioned while focusing on the movement. This added support minimizes strain on the lower back and helps prevent injury during intense training sessions.
4. Reduced Risk of Injury
- The machine provides controlled movement and support, reducing the risk of improper form that can lead to injury. It allows for a safe range of motion, especially for those who may struggle with balancing free weights during traditional hip thrusts.
5. Targeted Glute and Hip Strength
- The hip thrust machine primarily targets the glutes, while also engaging the hamstrings, quads, and core for stabilization. This focused training enhances overall hip strength, which is essential for activities like sprinting, jumping, and even squatting.
6. Improved Hip Extension
- The machine's design emphasizes hip extension, helping to improve hip mobility and strength. Stronger hip extensors can contribute to better overall lower body function and athletic performance.
7. Core Engagement
- The belt and plate-loaded system allow for deep activation of the glutes while also engaging the core muscles for balance and stability. This dual focus on the lower body and core results in better overall strength and improved posture.
8. Customizable Resistance
- The ability to adjust the weight through the plate-loaded system allows for tailored resistance according to the user's strength and fitness level. It makes the machine adaptable for both beginners and advanced lifters, as well as for individuals looking to progressively challenge their muscles.
9. Safer than Free Weights
- Traditional barbell hip thrusts often require careful balancing of weights and can place undue strain on the body, especially the lower back. The Skelcore Pro Plus Belt Hip Thrust Machine offers a safer, more controlled environment for lifting heavy weights, allowing users to concentrate solely on muscle activation.
10. Improved Athletic Performance
- Strengthening the glutes and hips has a direct impact on athletic performance, especially in activities that involve running, jumping, and explosive movements. The increased strength in these areas translates into enhanced power and agility.
11. Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
- The hip thrust machine is beneficial for rehabilitation and injury prevention, especially for individuals recovering from hip, glute, or lower back injuries. The controlled movement and support reduce the risk of re-injury, while strengthening the muscles surrounding vulnerable areas.
12. Convenience and Efficiency
- The machine allows for easy adjustments and efficient use of time. Instead of loading and unloading a barbell, users can quickly increase resistance with plates, making it a convenient option for serious lifters who want to maximize their glute and hip training in less time.
13. Enhanced Aesthetic Development
- Regular use of the machine contributes to sculpting and strengthening the glutes and lower body, resulting in a more defined and toned physique. The Skelcore Pro Plus Belt Hip Thrust Machine helps individuals achieve their body composition goals by focusing on glute development.
14. Better Posture and Stability
- Strengthening the glutes and hips enhances core stability and improves posture by supporting proper pelvic alignment. This helps prevent lower back discomfort and supports overall body mechanics, especially in everyday movements.
Specification
- Set up size: 59.4 x 61.8 x 35.5in (1510 x 1570 x 900mm)
- Steel dimensions & thickness: 4 x 2X T0.1in (100 x 50 x T2.5mm)
- Padding thickness: 0.27in /7mm
- Max load weight: 333lb /150kg
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How long does it take to apply for?
Our online application form typically takes less than 3 minutes to complete, you can also apply instore or speak to our sales team. Your application is then instantly sent to the finance company and they will typically respond with their decision in around 10 seconds. Some applications may take longer to process. If for any reason we can’t give you an instant decision you will be notified on screen as part of the application process and also by e-mail, with a follow up e-mail as soon as a decision is confirmed.
What are the requirements for finance?
- Must be over the age of 18
- You, or your partner is in permanent paid employment (over 16 hours per week), retired (receiving a pension), in receipt of a disability benefit or self-employed
- Has been resident in the UK for at least 3 years and will continue their residency in the UK
- Has a debit or credit card in their name and registered to their address (you’ll need this to match the address used to complete the identity verification)
- You must have a UK bank account capable of accepting Direct Debits
- Has a Bank or Building Society current account (you’ll need this to complete the direct debit instruction)
Can I cancel my credit agreement if I change my mind?
You have the right under section 66A of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 to withdraw from the agreement without giving any reason before the end of 14 days (beginning with the day after the day on which the agreement is made or, if later, the date on which we will tell you that we have signed the agreement). If you wish to withdraw you must give the finance company notice in writing or by telephone or email. The name of your finance company will be clearly shown on your credit agreement (see contact details below). Please note that if you do give notice of withdrawal, you must repay the full amount of the credit without delay and in any event by no later than 30 days after giving notice of withdrawal. If you want to settle the loan after the 14 day cooling off period, you may do so but you will also have to pay interest accrued from the date the agreement was made until the date you repay it. If you wish to pay by debit card please telephone the finance company. If you wish to pay by cheque please send it by first class post to the finance company. Please allow 10 working days from the day you post the cheque to allow time to process the payment.
V12 Retail Finance Limited
20 Neptune Court
Vanguard Way
Cardiff
CF24 5PJ
Tel: 02920 468912
Email: operations@v12finance.com
Will the finance company perform a credit check?
Yes. A credit check forms part of the automated decision making process and is part of a responsible lending policy.
Do I need a bank account?
Yes. You must have a UK bank account capable of accepting Direct Debits.
Do I need to pay a deposit?
Yes, a minimum 10% deposit is required, if you wish to you can pay up to a maximum deposit of 50%.
How do I repay the loan?
Your monthly repayments are collected by Direct Debit.
Can I pay my agreement off early?
You have the right to repay all or part of the credit early at any time - you should contact V12 Finance for details by phone, e-mail or letter at the following:
V12 Retail Finance Limited
20 Neptune Court
Vanguard Way
Cardiff
CF24 5PJ
Tel: 02920 468912
Email: operations@v12finance.com
How much does the loan cost?
The total cost of the loan is shown clearly on the finance agreement.
Are there any other charges?
If you fail to pay any amount you owe under the Credit Agreement by the date it is due, the finance company may charge you interest on that amount, they may also levy additional fees - details of these can be found in your copy of the credit agreement which is available to you as part of the application process and also supplied to you as part of the welcome pack you will receive following acceptance of finance.
How long before I have to start to repay the loan?
The first payment is typically due 30 days following the date of delivery of your order.
What APR will I be charged?
The APR is shown clearly on the credit summary (in the top right hand corner of the screen) throughout the credit application process. It is also shown clearly on the credit agreement itself. The APR for Interest free credit is 0%.
Will I qualify for finance?
To apply for one of our credit options you must meet the following criteria:
- Over 18 years of age
- A UK resident with at least 3 years continual address history
- Be in full time employment, unless retired, or unemployed with a spouse in full time employment
- Have a UK bank account capable of accepting Direct Debits
- The goods must be delivered to your home address (submitted on your application)