Gym Equipment
Check out some of our robust array of bodybuilding, strongman, and powerlifting equipment at Central Coast Barbell. Including: A Premium selection of Specialty Barbells, Pro-Style Dumbbells, and Rare Oldschool Pieces of Equipment, enabling comprehensive strength training and muscle development.
Upper
Plate Loaded
Selectorized (cable) Machines
Lower
Plate Loaded
Selectorized (cable) Machines
Strongman &
Cardio
Strength & Conditioning / Core
Abs
Upper Body
Got ourselves another Rare Machine, Cybex Advanced Chest. This machine is like a combination of a Chest Fly and Press. The machine is free moving, compared to a fixed range of motion on most machines. The stretch and squeeze at the top is great and especially for doing slow and controlled movements. This machine is definitely harder to load with weight, and works better doing a Moderate weight for Best Mind-Muscle Connection. Very glad to have finally found this piece Flex Wheeler and Chris Cormier would use in their Olympia prep during the 90s.
CYBEX Advanced Chest
Rare & Highly Sought after, FLEX Leverage Chest Press. Part of the Rare Oldschool Flex Leverage line, that sponsored much of the top Olympia pros back in the day. The design of these machines compared to typical plate loaded machines, is that Flex Leverage machines have constant, even tension all throughout the movement. Typical Plate Loaded Machines, as the weight physically gets closer to the joint of the movement, the strength curve lessens, so at some point of the movement the weight load lessens. That’s not the case with the design of these Oldschool Flex Leverage pieces. The converging at the top of the movement, feels a great squeeze on the chest as it tracks inward. Feedback on this machine has been one of the best in our Facility. Great Chest connection and Pump, feels great overall.
We have been very excited to get this Rare piece in our Gym. Very hard to find, Icarian machine. We’ve been trying to find one for almost a year, being told it’s impossible, but we got one to fit in our Gym! Overall smooth Machine. Definitely feels a better connection with the lateral(middle) part of the Shoulder in comparison to using Dumbbells as a variation. Definitely feel a good connection with it in the Side Delts.
Icarian Standing Deltoid Raise
Hard to find, and a very Underrated Machine/Exercise for Lat Development, you typically do not find in most Gyms. Even if you can find a Pullover Machine, none compare to the original Nautilus Pullover. There’s a couple newer Nautilus Nitro versions and Hammer Strength ones we have tried, but the spacing between the handle and elbow pads have always been awkward, the spacing on this one feels great. When I personally began to incorporate our Pullover Machine on my last Back Training session, it definitely made me sore. It definitely is an underrated back exercise. The whole purpose of this machine compared to Dumbbell Pullovers, or Cable Pullovers(one of my favorite back exercises), Is the Range of Motion you get and really gives you a good stretch and squeeze of your Lats, that you can’t really achieve without the machine version. The machine version completely eliminates the involvement of the biceps, so it completely isolates your back, compared to doing rows or Pulldown movements. Definitely using an underhand grip works best. Using the belt, which I overlooked at first, definitely makes a difference in the feel as you go heavier. Invisible Lat Syndrome is real after hitting this Machine.
Nautilus First-Generation Super Pullover
Part of the Oldschool Flex Fitness line, that sponsored much of the top Olympia pros back in the day. Great Accessory/Isolation Exercise for Triceps Development/Strength. Capable of widening the grip to lean the focus more on the Lower Chest.
FLEX Fitness Seated Tricep Dip
Lower Body
One of the Best Feeling oldschool Hack Squats out there, to grow some Mighty Tree Trunk Legs. The Angle on this Particular Hack Squat is at a lower tilt in comparison to most Hack Squat machines, which are at a 45° angle. Meaning, this has less pressure on the knees in comparison. The platform size is great to change up Footstance Variation to switch up focus on varying parts of the Legs. The handles at the bottom to unrack the weight, make it great to hold onto. While performing the exercise, it allows you to use less of your back while driving up, and maintain the Weight Load on the legs, instead of driving more with your back. The design of this machine also works great for using our Bands to perform Reverse Band Hack Squats.
Icarian Hack Squat (35° angle)
An Original Souther Xercise TRU SQUAT machine. Definitely a very challenging and unforgiving leg movement. Great to incorporate in the middle part of a Leg Session, as it has a major emphasis on isolating your Quads. The feel of this machine is like a weighted Sissy Squat. You begin by loading the counterbalance on the front, then adding weight on the back. You will definitely feel challenged and Quads destroyed with this old school original piece.
We have been very excited to get this Rare piece in our Gym. Very hard to find, Icarian machine. We’ve been trying to find one for almost a year, being told it’s impossible, but we got one to fit in our Gym! Overall smooth Machine. Definitely feels a better connection with the lateral(middle) part of the Shoulder in comparison to using Dumbbells as a variation. Definitely feel a good connection with it in the Side Delts.
Icarian Donkey Calf Raise
Strive, an Oldschool Brand, is what is now known as Prime Fitness. Definitely a line of State-of-the-Art Equipment. Definitely proud to have this at our Facility. This Leg Extension is Center Driven, where most Leg Extensions tend to have the pad driven from the side, and over time, tends to cause a bend, and uneven drive on your Legs. Main complaint with Center Driven Leg Extensions, is the metal in the middle of Seat and rubs on your legs, where this one is not the same but is still Center Driven but lower down, not on the Seat. The Main unique feature of this machine, is the Fully Adjustable Strength Curve. The Cam can be adjusted to change at what points of the movement is where there is the most emphasis of the weight loaded. You can adjust for you to feel most of the Weight load at the Beginning of the Movement, The Middle, or the end, and also a combination of each.Beginning/Middle, Middle/End. Each adjustment changes the feel of the machine and the difficulty. Definitely will keep you plenty entertained to get some Mighty Tree Trunks.
STRIVE(now currently known as PRIME) Leg Extension
Plate Loaded Version of the Seated Hamstring Curl Machine. This machine is great for Priming up the Hamstrings for your Leg Training Session and also as a Finisher. The plate loaded version definitely has a great squeeze as there is less friction than the Selectorized (weight stack) Version. The handle on this machine is great for doing forced reps to really burn out the Hamstrings and assist with reps.
Hammer Strength Seated Leg Curl (Plate Loaded)
This oldschool Cybex machine feels great to load up with some heavy weight for your Leg Sessions. The Variation of this Leg Press Machine is based on Leverage, instead of the traditional sled leg press, which allows for Less Friction and a Smooth Strength Curve. The Cybex Squat puts most of the Weight load on the Hips(Hamstrings, Glutes, and Abductors) in comparison to the Quads. It feels great to go deep in the range of motion, with much less stress on the Knees and a great feel to it! One of our Favorites for hitting Legs!
CYBEX Squat Press
Great movement for isolating the hips (Hamstrings/Abductors/Glutes). Great for individuals who have herniated discs/back problems/lower back issues, as it does not load on your Back. Yet you can still target you legs. Definitely glad to have this piece as it seems appropriate to have one at our Gym.
Rogue Rhino Belt Squat
Strongman & Cardio
Discover our premium treadmill, designed for the Bodybuilding and Strongman gym, where endurance meets performance. With a robust motor and superior shock absorption, it ensures a smooth workout experience, minimizing impact and maximizing comfort. Its user-friendly interface and customizable settings enable personalized training, while real-time performance data tracking keeps you informed of your progress. Embrace the path to peak physical strength and endurance with our cutting-edge treadmill, the ultimate companion for athletes and fitness enthusiasts in pursuit of excellence.
Treadmill
Introducing our high-performance StairMaster, a cornerstone of cardiovascular training at the Bodybuilding and Strongman gym. Engineered for durability and efficiency, this dynamic equipment offers an intense and effective lower body workout, perfect for building strength and endurance. With its sleek design and advanced technology, the StairMaster provides a challenging yet rewarding exercise experience, catering to the diverse needs of dedicated athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Its adjustable resistance levels and intuitive console allow for personalized training, while its sturdy build ensures reliability even during the most rigorous workout sessions. Embrace the power of vertical training with our top-of-the-line StairMaster, an essential tool for those striving for peak physical performance and unparalleled endurance.