The Ultimate Guide to Dual Pulley Systems with 2:1 and 1:1 Weight Ratio Options
What are Pulley Weight Ratios?
Cable pulley ratios indicate the relationship between the weight stack and the resistance you experience during your workout. Common ratios include 1:1 as well as 2:1.
- 1:1 Weight Ratio: Whatever weight you load on the stack is exactly what you'll feel during your workout. For example, if you load 100 pounds, you'll experience 100 pounds of resistance.
- 2:1 Weight Ratio: The cable pulled will travel 2 feet for every foot the weight stack travels upward, resulting in half the resistance for the selected weight on the stack. If you load 100 pounds on the stack, you'll only feel 50 pounds of resistance.
Experience the Versatility of the RX3 3000 Configurations: The Power of Dual Pulleys
The RX3 3000 configurations are equipped with a revolutionary dual pulley design that allows you to effortlessly switch between 1:1 as well as 2:1 weight ratios in seconds. This sort of versatility saves you time and enables you to seamlessly transition from heavy lifts to lighter and faster dynamic exercises.
Benefits of Dual Pulley Design for the RX3 3000 Configurations
Combined 1:1 Plus 2:1 Weight Ratio: The RX3 3000 configurations combine the functionality of two separate pulley ratios into one compact design — 1:1 heavy lifts (lat pulldowns and low rows), as well as 2:1 warm up, rehab, or more explosive lifts (functional trainer movements). Ideal for home gyms, commercial gyms, and limited spaces.
Easily Adjust the Intensity: If you're looking for a lighter resistance for warm-ups, rehab, or more explosive movements that require more cable travel, a 2:1 ratio might be ideal. On the other hand, for heavier lifts such as lat pull or low rows, a 1:1 ratio would be more appropriate.
Cable Travel: For exercises like cable crossovers/chest flys, having enough cable travel is essential. On a 1:1 pulley ratio, the cable is pulled is the same distance as the weight stack traveled, so you're limited by the distance from the top of the weight stack to the top of the guide rods. In contrast, a 2:1 pulley ratio allows more cable travel — the cable pulled is only half the distance the weight stack travels, giving you extra flexibility for unilateral or bilateral movements on a smoother glide with a longer range.
• With Single handle pull, total cable travel is 100" (or double that of a 1:1 weight ratio pull)
• When using Get RX'd RX3 Cable Tower 3000 93" total height models
• With dual handle pull, total cable travel is 50" (or half that of a 2:1 weight ratio pull)
• When using Get RX'd RX3 Cable Tower 3000 93" total height models
Enhance Workout Efficiency: The quick adjustment between 1:1 to 2:1 lets you seamlessly switch between different muscle groups and exercise intensities. This flexibility maximizes your time, allowing for a wide range of exercises on the same cable tower, all while keeping your routine varied and efficient.
Incremental Weight Jumps: With a 1:1 weight ratio, weight progression can be challenging due to larger jumps in resistance, starting at 10 pounds and jumping 10 pounds. On the other hand, a 2:1 weight ratio allows for smaller increments, starting at 5 pounds, making it ideal for gradual progression and fine-tuning during isolation exercises. This smoother progression helps you target specific muscle groups with better control and efficiency. You can also include our Weight Stack Plate Load Pin, which weighs 5 pounds, for 2.5-pound increments!
