Equipping your strength training space for the longevity athlete

Older demographics, GLP-1 patients, people pursuing health optimisation. There’s a whole new intake of strength training clients entering gyms. And their needs vary not by type, but by specificity. Choosing equipment with multiple forms of adjustability, safe set-ups and simple ways to progressively load movements makes a space that genuinely supports the longevity athlete.
So if we were starting our own facility, here’s the pieces we’d start with.
In short, it’s a workhorse for longevity training. Being able to target all muscle groups, load up as needed and get specific with set-ups is ideal. Low injury risk, functional movement support. very accessible. It’s first on our list.
The most beginner friendly of all Iron Edge leg presses. When safety and comfort are key, the ergonomic and adjustable set-up of this machine wins. Instead of a sled that’s pushed up and down, the athlete pushes into a fixed footplate to move the seat itself.


Quick, accessible and removes technique barriers. This is the hip thrust machine you need for inclusive training environments. It's extremely adjustable, so the back rest pad, sliding pad and foot pedal can all be set to the perfect position for each athlete. And the pin-loaded 130kg weight stack makes it safe to load up.


Accessible, but brutally effective. 14 catch positions, a counterbalanced bar and 2 adjustable safety stops – so all athletes can target plate-loaded compound lifts with the stability of the machine to support them.


Conditioning, without the impact. The ideal cardio for clients with knee, hip or weight-bearing limitations. The adjustable seat height and damper setting are ideal for finding the sweet spot for high output.
The product we introduced to Australia remains one of the best functional strength training tools for all athletes – regardless of ability. 6kg-40kg, unlimited movement options and simple progressive overload.
Simple, but highly effective. Meet every athlete where they’re at for functional movements like box squats and step-ups.


One of the most bang-for-buck ways to bring adjustability to clients who struggle with ankle mobility and squat positioning.
Building something different? Our team can help you design and fitout an accessible training space that performs. Get in touch today.