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Strength Training: Unpacking New "Streamline SR" Static Contraction Training Fitness Equipment

Started by davideckoff · 8 months ago

<img alt="DSC_0151---small.jpg" src="http://www.davideckoff.com/DSC_0151---small.jpg" align="right" height="200" hspace="5" width="130"> Regular readers of my blog know that I've been doing a form of fitness and strength training called Static Contraction Training - and that I've achieved ... Continue reading »

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  • william

    5 months ago

    David no new info for almost a year what s up> How has the system preformed for you. Do you like the machine better or the free weights.
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  • davideckoff

    5 months ago

    William, thanks for your post and your question! I do have a more recent update tracking my progress, posted in January here:

    http://www.davideckoff.com/2008/01/fitness_resu...

    I'll be making another update in July, when I schedule my next hydrostatic body composition measurement, as an update for the past 6 months.

    I feel like the SCT system is working well for me. Right now I am experimenting with a combination of this machine and equipment at my gym. The equipment from EF in my home has been invaluable, especially for leg press and bench press.

    Look for more comprehensive updates about my training program and nutrition, coming soon!

    - David
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  • Mike

    5 months ago

    Hi David,

    Great Blog. I have been researching equipment for some time. You seem to be impressed with the Streamline SR.

    One quick question, how tall is this unit when set up for the bench press as shown above?

    -Mike
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  • davideckoff

    5 months ago

    Mike, thanks for coming by, I appreciate you reading my blog.

    To answer your question, I measure the unit at 80" tall when it is set up for the bench press as shown in the photo. Having said that, if your purpose for the measurement is very important, I'd suggest double checking with the manufacturer, in case they've made any changes in the equipment.

    I do like the equipment, as it enables me to do accomplish my goals more efficiently. Of course, as you can see, the design/style of the equipment isn't anything special - I'd consider it functional, but not designed like an iPod. :) But it deos get the job done, which is the most important thing to me. And as I mentioned earlier, I am experimenting with a combination of this machine and equipment at my gym (even if I might be sub-optimizing). Regardless of which equipment I'm using, I'm really most focused on the underlying SCT workouts, doing them with great intensity, and on a consistent basis.

    What type of training are you doing now? What's your experience been like?
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  • Mike

    3 months ago

    Hi David,

    Thanks for the reply. Looks like SuperRep is no longer supporting the SCT machine. (I emailed them for full specs and they told me they were working on their own unit and it was a few months away)

    As for my programs - I was a regular gym-goer for over 10 years, but for the past year I was extremely bored with the gym, the equipment and the atmosphere. My monthly dues were also increasing so I decided to create a basement gym and have been enjoying the switch.

    I run, row and bike and then supplement the cardio with a 4 day weights plan with dumbells, tension bands, and bosu exercises.

    I prefer 30 minute sessions, hence the reason I began to investigate the SCT machine.

    Cheers,

    Mike
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  • davideckoff

    3 months ago

    Mike, I spoke with the folks at SuperRep, and you are correct, they are transitioning from one design to a new design.

    Sounds like you have a program that you like and I applaud your focus on health and fitness!
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  • ed holly

    3 months ago

    David: What is approximate weight of the heaviest shipping box ? Can boxes be shipped via U.S. Postal Service ( I live in Rincon, Puerto Rico - shipping is easiest by USPS.) ? What amount of reassembly is necessary to transport assembled unit in a mini-van? . Thank you, Ed Holly
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  • davideckoff

    3 months ago

    Ed, thanks for your note, and thank you for reading my blog.

    I don't work for their company, and I don't know the answers to those types of questions about shipping weight, shipping options.

    May I suggest you contact their company directly?

    Here is a link to their contact info:

    http://www.superrepequipment.com/contact-us.php

    Hope that's helpful!
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