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Question: Using the chest expanders seems like such an "old-school" training method - will they be beneficial when used in conjunction with modern training equipment?

Answer:

Cable-based chest expanders have been around for so long for one simple reason: they work! Many of the old time strongmen used them to achieve never-before-accomplished strength feats.

Well-known fitness experts like Eugen Sandow, Thomas Inch, Earle E. Liederman, Alfred Danks and Joe Bonomo included them as part of their recommended training programs. Of course, many Modern Strongmen such as Dennis Rogers and John Brookfield also train with chest expanders.

The effective use of chest expanders operates on the simple principle of progression: gradually increasing resistance for different exercises over time to achieve maximum results.

So, the short answer to your question is that quality products never go out of style.

Chest expanders have proven themselves as effective training tools for decades, and will be a welcome addition to your more "modern" assortment of training equipment. More Info...

Alfred Danks and his Cables
Old time strongman Alfred Danks, shown here with his set of cables

Strongman Chest Expanders

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I. Lifeline Chest Expanders Q & A

1. Do the resistance strengths as listed refer to the resistance strength of EACH cable, or to the total resistance level of the three cables together?

2. What are the unique benefits of training with the entire set of Lifeline chest expanders?

3. Can I save on shipping by ordering multiple chest expanders at the same time?

4. How portable are the Lifeline chest expanders?

5. I'm just getting started using the chest expanders - what is a good resistance level for me?

6. How much will it cost to have the chest expanders shipped overseas?

7. Using the chest expanders seems like such an "old-school" training method - will they be beneficial when used in conjunction with modern training equipment?

8. What is the range of resistance levels you offer for the chest expanders?

9. What advantage do the soft handles have over wooden or rigid handles that some of the other chest expanders might have?

10. Is there a warranty for the chest expanders?

11. Why are the chest expanders offered in so many different colors?

12. Out of what material are the cables for the chest expanders made?

13. What kinds of exercises can I do with the chest expanders?

14. Is there a training manual for the chest expanders?


Chest Expanders have endured as a useful training tool
A vintage ca. 1926 advertisement for Chest Expanders


The modern Lifeline chest expanders Lifeline Chest Expander
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