FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Once I buy my 1 REP GYM when will it be delivered?
Typically your 1 REP GYM will arrive 4 weeks after payment and all shipping charges have been paid if ship to address is within the US. International obviously take longer.
Shipping in the US ranges form $240-$300.
Shipping in the US ranges form $240-$300.
What kind of warranty comes with my 1 REP GYM?
Your 1 REP GYM comes with a 1 year warranty (not including electronics). Your gym will ship in perfect working condition free from defects. If something should fail or does not operate properly, contact us immediately. If it is determined the malfunction isn’t due to misuse, you’ll need to return the item to us for repair or replacement.
An additional extended warranty may be purchased.
An additional extended warranty may be purchased.
Is 1 REP really all I need?
Doug McGuff, MD, is a doctor, and weight lifter. He owns and operates his own gym, Ultimate Exercise, and collaborated in writing Body by Science with John Little, a book promoting the benefits of HIT Training.
Below in his quote he is speaking about a motionless protocol my "Measured Intensity Training" (IS) this protocol!
"With a motionless protocol, you can stimulate strength and size increases that are at least equal to those obtainable with full -range training, and since muscle building i s the goal, if it can occur with the least amount of wear and tear possible, this is a desirable option" - Dr. Doug MCGuff
In a typical conventional training session you perform multiple sets and reps. During a normal set you begin the movement at "zero" resistance, then as you execute the full range of the exercise you move from that zero resistance to medium resistance and finally moving to the position of maximum resistance which is near locking-out. It is this very position that allows for the highest amount of muscle fibers to be recruited or "maximum momentary contraction, which will yield the greatest benefit in terms of strength and muscle building which of course is the goal of any great strength training system.
The only way to stimulate your body for optimal growth regarding strength and size is by forcing your body to operate "beyond" it's normal capacity. That is to force the muscles of the body to recruit as many fibers as possible during an exercise. This can only be achieved in a very specific partial range near lock-out allowing for the maximum load/force the human body can hailed bio-mechanically.
Intensity and duration are inversely proportional. "INTENSITY" is key. One cannot push or pull as hard possible while keeping full intensity. 1 REP GYM allows you to achieve truly 100% maximum momentary contraction(or intensity). The muscles involved will exhaust rapidly. In fact your peak force will be achieved in as little as 2 seconds and your output will decline over the next several seconds/minutes.
The last rep of the last set is the hardest rep to perform, RIGHT?! Therefore WHY NOT perform "that" rep every single time in that range of highest resistance. There is today a LOT of science confirming the way I've been training clients through my "Measured Intensity Training" using the 1 REP GYM. A single maximum rep is truly ALL you need to build unimaginable strength and build a resilient frame.
Due to the nature of how your central nervous system responds to a workout on the 1 REP GYM, it is necessary to perform ONLY 1 repetition for OPTIMAL results. Any more will negatively impact recovery ultimately interfering and slowing down your desired maximum benefit.
Below in his quote he is speaking about a motionless protocol my "Measured Intensity Training" (IS) this protocol!
"With a motionless protocol, you can stimulate strength and size increases that are at least equal to those obtainable with full -range training, and since muscle building i s the goal, if it can occur with the least amount of wear and tear possible, this is a desirable option" - Dr. Doug MCGuff
In a typical conventional training session you perform multiple sets and reps. During a normal set you begin the movement at "zero" resistance, then as you execute the full range of the exercise you move from that zero resistance to medium resistance and finally moving to the position of maximum resistance which is near locking-out. It is this very position that allows for the highest amount of muscle fibers to be recruited or "maximum momentary contraction, which will yield the greatest benefit in terms of strength and muscle building which of course is the goal of any great strength training system.
The only way to stimulate your body for optimal growth regarding strength and size is by forcing your body to operate "beyond" it's normal capacity. That is to force the muscles of the body to recruit as many fibers as possible during an exercise. This can only be achieved in a very specific partial range near lock-out allowing for the maximum load/force the human body can hailed bio-mechanically.
Intensity and duration are inversely proportional. "INTENSITY" is key. One cannot push or pull as hard possible while keeping full intensity. 1 REP GYM allows you to achieve truly 100% maximum momentary contraction(or intensity). The muscles involved will exhaust rapidly. In fact your peak force will be achieved in as little as 2 seconds and your output will decline over the next several seconds/minutes.
The last rep of the last set is the hardest rep to perform, RIGHT?! Therefore WHY NOT perform "that" rep every single time in that range of highest resistance. There is today a LOT of science confirming the way I've been training clients through my "Measured Intensity Training" using the 1 REP GYM. A single maximum rep is truly ALL you need to build unimaginable strength and build a resilient frame.
Due to the nature of how your central nervous system responds to a workout on the 1 REP GYM, it is necessary to perform ONLY 1 repetition for OPTIMAL results. Any more will negatively impact recovery ultimately interfering and slowing down your desired maximum benefit.
What are the benefits of using 1 REP GYM and Isometric Exercises?
- Build Incredible Strength
- Gain Lean Mass
- Increase Bone Mass Density
- Improve Joint Support
- Build resilience
- Support Longevity
- Decrease Blood Pressure
- Improve Heart Health
- Improve Quality of Life
- Regain Youthfulness
- Precisely Measure Base Line and Continued Progress
- No Need for a Spotter
- Quickly Configure 1 Rep Gym for Push and Pull Exercises
- Full Body Workout in a Matter of 7 Seconds
- Takes Up Less Space Than Most Dining Tables
- Light Weight Durable Construction
How Does it work?
INTENSITY is Key!
"There are really only two important factors in exercise- one os good, the other is bad. Intensity of effort is GOOD. Anything that increases the intensity of an exercise will greatly improve it. Amount of exercise is BAD. It is the amount of exercise that exhausts your recovery ability and makes growth impossible, or even produces losses in size and strength."
- Arthur Jones
Isometric strength training is certainly nothing new. It's been in and out of popularity for decades. Actual "isometric" strength training practices can be traced back as early as Roman and Greek era. Not until the 1920's however did it become looked at so to speak. This discovery went mainstream via Charles Atlas promoting and selling his program called "Dynamic Tension Method". Scientists studied isometric training extensively since the mid-1940's when Hellebrand discovered controlled, high muscle tension generation increased muscle strength to high levels QUICKLY! Papers published by other scientists conceded: "A maximum muscle strengthening effect was produced by (ONE) daily isometric contraction lasting only 6 seconds, using an effort level of only 2/3 (two thirds) the muscle's contractile power". I also stand behind the results achieved by using 1 REP GYM and Measured Intensity Training 100% as I have for more than a DECADE!
Intensity IS the key - "Maximum Momentary Intensity", has long been sought after yet always believed to be unobtainable that was until the I invented the 1 REP GYM and Measured Intensity Training!
Variability of Recovery Time Between Workouts - Several independent studies reveal recovery periods of individuals vary greatly. Some studies even noted that a period of as long as 4 weeks could be required after a single workout. You will ALWAYS know when your body is or isn't fully recovered when using "Measured Intensity Training" and the 1 REP GYM. These two together precisely determine (your) optimal recovery period betweens work outs.
Engage and Exhaust the strongest muscle fibers in order to stimulate development and those fibers exhaust in seconds once engaged - Fast-Oxidative-Glycolytic- Muscle (FOGs), Fibers, are virtually impossible to recruit. It requires maximum load and maximum potential. This is easily achieved using the 1 REP GYM. No other gym available can do this!! These elusive fibers can be recruited and exhaust in only 2 seconds!
A muscle WILL do 1 of 3 things: stay the same, get smaller, or grow. The muscle(s) will only strengthen and grow when forced to do work beyond what they normally do. This is called hypertrophy. Therefore it is a REQUIREMENT to continually and progressively (over time) make the muscle(s) work beyond their normal capacity. It is this adaptive response to the overload that forces the muscles to grow. Your body adapts to the overloading by triggering the central nervous system to force your body to grow stronger and bigger muscles in order to not get injured the next time the body experiences the same force, load, or resistance.
The 1 REP GYM places you in the perfect bio-mechanical position to exert safely, your maximum peak effort. This position allowing for full contraction yields the MOST benefit regarding strength and muscle gains. Your force output is recorded which is used to schedule your next training session.
"There are really only two important factors in exercise- one os good, the other is bad. Intensity of effort is GOOD. Anything that increases the intensity of an exercise will greatly improve it. Amount of exercise is BAD. It is the amount of exercise that exhausts your recovery ability and makes growth impossible, or even produces losses in size and strength."
- Arthur Jones
Isometric strength training is certainly nothing new. It's been in and out of popularity for decades. Actual "isometric" strength training practices can be traced back as early as Roman and Greek era. Not until the 1920's however did it become looked at so to speak. This discovery went mainstream via Charles Atlas promoting and selling his program called "Dynamic Tension Method". Scientists studied isometric training extensively since the mid-1940's when Hellebrand discovered controlled, high muscle tension generation increased muscle strength to high levels QUICKLY! Papers published by other scientists conceded: "A maximum muscle strengthening effect was produced by (ONE) daily isometric contraction lasting only 6 seconds, using an effort level of only 2/3 (two thirds) the muscle's contractile power". I also stand behind the results achieved by using 1 REP GYM and Measured Intensity Training 100% as I have for more than a DECADE!
Intensity IS the key - "Maximum Momentary Intensity", has long been sought after yet always believed to be unobtainable that was until the I invented the 1 REP GYM and Measured Intensity Training!
Variability of Recovery Time Between Workouts - Several independent studies reveal recovery periods of individuals vary greatly. Some studies even noted that a period of as long as 4 weeks could be required after a single workout. You will ALWAYS know when your body is or isn't fully recovered when using "Measured Intensity Training" and the 1 REP GYM. These two together precisely determine (your) optimal recovery period betweens work outs.
Engage and Exhaust the strongest muscle fibers in order to stimulate development and those fibers exhaust in seconds once engaged - Fast-Oxidative-Glycolytic- Muscle (FOGs), Fibers, are virtually impossible to recruit. It requires maximum load and maximum potential. This is easily achieved using the 1 REP GYM. No other gym available can do this!! These elusive fibers can be recruited and exhaust in only 2 seconds!
A muscle WILL do 1 of 3 things: stay the same, get smaller, or grow. The muscle(s) will only strengthen and grow when forced to do work beyond what they normally do. This is called hypertrophy. Therefore it is a REQUIREMENT to continually and progressively (over time) make the muscle(s) work beyond their normal capacity. It is this adaptive response to the overload that forces the muscles to grow. Your body adapts to the overloading by triggering the central nervous system to force your body to grow stronger and bigger muscles in order to not get injured the next time the body experiences the same force, load, or resistance.
The 1 REP GYM places you in the perfect bio-mechanical position to exert safely, your maximum peak effort. This position allowing for full contraction yields the MOST benefit regarding strength and muscle gains. Your force output is recorded which is used to schedule your next training session.
Do I have to own a 1 REP GYM to benefit from isometric exercises or your exercise program, MIT-xTREME?
Absolutley not. I created "MITxTREME" for anyone who wants to benefit from this style of strength training. In the manual and DVD set Shawn Bennett goes over utilizng "Measured Intensity Training" with free weights, Nautils/Hammer Strength machines, resistance bands, and even just using your own body weight.
Does the 1 REP GYM come with a guarantee?
Yes it does! You must follow the Measured Intensity Training protocol to the letter, no deviation. Performing anything more than what is recommended and described in the manual will wreak havoc in your success. The 1 REP GYM along with my exercise manual Measured Intensity Training, has a proven 100% success rate for more than a DECADE delivering positive life-changing results that NO OTHER SYSTEM has ever been able to accomplish. The system will work for anyone as long as you follow these simple but necessary steps STIMULATE-ROVER-GROW.
You must first stimulate the muscle fiber(s) to grow by producing a force or exertion greater than what your muscle(s) are accustomed to. This in turn alerts the CNS to respond by growing stronger and bigger muscle fibers in order to withstand that kind of "load" if it happens again. Next the body MUST recover fully. Think of an exercise “sunburn” after a 1 REP GYM workout. Sunburns take time to heal. Return to the damaging sunlight too soon and you’ll burn more thus further delaying full recovery. Same applies to the many micro tears you cause to muscles performing a 1 REP GYM workout. Growth NEVER takes place in the gym or while you’re working out it only happens while you’re away from training. Lastly once you’ve followed the proper scheduled days off then perform your next scheduled exercise and see your “GAIN” in improved strength and will you notice some mass gain along the way too. It’s just that simple. If you’re one who cannot follow directions and the protocol specifically detailed in my Measured Intensity Training manual to be used with 1 REP GYM, then absolutely do not buy it because you’ll be very disappointed.
You must first stimulate the muscle fiber(s) to grow by producing a force or exertion greater than what your muscle(s) are accustomed to. This in turn alerts the CNS to respond by growing stronger and bigger muscle fibers in order to withstand that kind of "load" if it happens again. Next the body MUST recover fully. Think of an exercise “sunburn” after a 1 REP GYM workout. Sunburns take time to heal. Return to the damaging sunlight too soon and you’ll burn more thus further delaying full recovery. Same applies to the many micro tears you cause to muscles performing a 1 REP GYM workout. Growth NEVER takes place in the gym or while you’re working out it only happens while you’re away from training. Lastly once you’ve followed the proper scheduled days off then perform your next scheduled exercise and see your “GAIN” in improved strength and will you notice some mass gain along the way too. It’s just that simple. If you’re one who cannot follow directions and the protocol specifically detailed in my Measured Intensity Training manual to be used with 1 REP GYM, then absolutely do not buy it because you’ll be very disappointed.
Is the 1 REP GYM for ANYONE?
1 REP GYM is designed for professional as wells as personal use. Our gyms are in medical offices as well as athletic departments and of course in the homes of many satisfied customers.
Sports Trainers are very pleased with how quickly their athletes gain incredible strength so quickly, which of course allows more time for the athlete to be on the court or field learning their sport-specific skills and drills.
Corporations are making a wise decision to purchase 1 REP GYM as a tool in the entire wellness program. Because the exercise literally takes only seconds, and the value of that employee immediately goes up because they're getting healthier and having more energy which relates to increased productivity and few days missed by employees due to sickness.
Physical therapists like Chiropractors are very familiar with isometrics so naturally they love the ease of use and results they have with their patients. Many see active "patients" cross over to becoming active clients once therapy has ended. 1 REP GYM is the BEST way to rehabilitate patients in the recovery process after an injury, not only increasing strength and mobility but also increasing bone mass density which is very derivable for those suffering from osteopenia and osteoporosis.
Personal trainers using the 1 REP GYM have never seen the strength gains achieved by incorporating into ones' training program. Case studies show using the 1 REP GYM and Measured Intensity Training delivered as high as 22% crossover in full range of motion. Personal Trainers love that they can take a client through an entire workout without ever having to worry about free weights, cables, pulleys, or any other item which often lead to injury.
Sports Trainers are very pleased with how quickly their athletes gain incredible strength so quickly, which of course allows more time for the athlete to be on the court or field learning their sport-specific skills and drills.
Corporations are making a wise decision to purchase 1 REP GYM as a tool in the entire wellness program. Because the exercise literally takes only seconds, and the value of that employee immediately goes up because they're getting healthier and having more energy which relates to increased productivity and few days missed by employees due to sickness.
Physical therapists like Chiropractors are very familiar with isometrics so naturally they love the ease of use and results they have with their patients. Many see active "patients" cross over to becoming active clients once therapy has ended. 1 REP GYM is the BEST way to rehabilitate patients in the recovery process after an injury, not only increasing strength and mobility but also increasing bone mass density which is very derivable for those suffering from osteopenia and osteoporosis.
Personal trainers using the 1 REP GYM have never seen the strength gains achieved by incorporating into ones' training program. Case studies show using the 1 REP GYM and Measured Intensity Training delivered as high as 22% crossover in full range of motion. Personal Trainers love that they can take a client through an entire workout without ever having to worry about free weights, cables, pulleys, or any other item which often lead to injury.
Can the 1 REP GYM help with injury rehabilitation?
The short answer, YES! Many individuals have received get benefit in regaining strength, mobility, and improved quality of life using the 1 REP GYM in the recovery and rehabilitation program. The most important aspect of a good rehabilitation program is regaining the lost strength. The best way to achieve this to use the 1 REP GYM which is a fast, efficient, and PAIN FREE way of utilizing low to medium and high forces the recovery process as the strength returns.