Power Towers

Power towers are essential strength training devices used for bodyweight exercises in the upper body and abdominals. They'll usually include a chin-up bar, a pull up bar, dip handles, a bar for vertical knee raises and push-up handles.

All Cortex power towers will feature chin up and pull up bars, used for (you guessed it) chin ups and pull ups. You can then use the dip handles to work your triceps. This involves grabbing the handles, facing towards the machine, lifting yourself up until your arms are straight, then slowly bending your elbows to lower your body. The main core workout you can perform on a power tower is a leg or knee raise, while at the base of the machine, you'll also find handles to assist in completing push ups.

Power towers are a great choice for beginners as they don't require any additional equipment and can easily be modified to your skill level.

The difference between a home and commercial grade power tower is mainly in how much volume it can handle. If it needs to be used frequently, every single day, you might need a commercial machine. For most home users, however, a home power tower will be perfectly fine.

Compared to most home gym setups, power towers are very space efficient. They're probably the most comprehensive strength workout you'll get for the least amount of space used.