Cap Strength Roman Chair – Adjustable Back Extension Bench for Core & Glute Workouts, Heavy-Duty 300 LB Capacity - Black and Gray Options

I have been dreaming of owning one of these for many years but didn't have the space and finally do so I have one. First let me say this thing is built like a tank, yes it moves a little after assembled that seems to be an intentional part of the design but it feels like it could hold a horse. They provide you everything you need tools included but I would suggest using a ratchet and socket then use one the hollow pipes they provide to slide over the Allen Wrench (to save your hands and give you more purchase on the bolt head), be careful not to over torque it though. The only thing I would really change about this would be thicker padding on the plates your hips rest on (while the padding for your legs is more than ample), it's adequate but I'm one of those people who always thinks the more padding the better and I'm usually right more padding is more comfortable, doubling the padding thickness would be most appreciated if anyone at the company reads these things. You can always just put a nice pillow on top for extra comfort. I mean it's only your Yoo-Hoo or Ho-Ho that you're putting all of your weight and force onto as you do every rep until failure, so ya... I think more padding would've been considerate. Other than that wow! I love this piece of equipment. I even discovered that I can do Reverse Hyperextensions by simply removing the padded bars. Pull the pin out and slide off the padded bar assembly then carefully put your hips on the padded plates while holding the handles lean forward then raise and lower your legs and voilá you're doing a reverse hyperextension or the French Mistake I'm not sure. This piece of equipment is a real game changer for people with bad backs and injuries. Don't forget to develop your TVA Transverse Abdominus, that will see you into old age with a better outcome even if your just doing stomach vacuums three to seven days a week, but there are other exercises that help develop your TVA too, research and learn about them if you haven't already, worth it. I would highly recommend this machine if you have the space to keep it and use it as often as your body tells you it's okay to.

Great affordable ghd. Its a great starter/home ghd machine. You can do sit-ups, back extensions, hamstring curls, and dips fine on the ghd. However, it isn't the sturdiest. I don't believe it will collapse, but it is a little shaky when doing exercises like sit-ups. Also, if you bolt down all four feet, you wont be able to adjust the length of the machine. This is fine if the ghd is only for a single user, but could be a deal breaker if sharing with a partner. Also, since the machine is fairly light, if you don't bolt it down it will slide around a bit. In order to fix this, I bought some non-slip adhesive furniture pads and attached them to the legs. The ghd no longer slides around when I use it, and it isn't a problem to adjust the length.

Assembly was straight forward. Stability - I’m 6’4” 245lbs, not a lightweight. This thing does work for the two basic GHD exercises I like to do - sit-ups and hip extensions. It’s not clanging around or anything when I’m doing my workouts, but I’m also not doing anything in a major rush. The roller pads should be thicker and wider, and the steel used could be lower gauge, but again this does the job. I do wish that the padding was better all around, but it’s a ridiculously affordable piece of equipment and an easy quick add to my home gym. I am glad I opted out of the much more expensive top of the line $800 GHD machine and got this from CAP. I can save up for an expensive piece of equipment while I continue to strengthen myself.

The setting pads for your quads are firm and the covering seems to be a good quality. I also like the grips on the handle that you would use to assist yourself up and the foam rollers are OK. They could be of better quality. And the size of the apparatus is adequate. Those are my Likes. My dislikes about CAPS Strength Roman chair; The bulkheads do not match up to the Allen wrenches which are provided. I happen to have a full set of Allen wrenches and was able to find one that did fit seat properly with the exception of one bolt that the slot was not completely formed. So that presented a problem as I was doing the last steps of assembly. The powder coating or paint appears of low quality as shown n the crossmember pic. The J bar which hooks up to the quad pads support and the footing at the bottom. That connection to the footing is not a “glove like fit.” As shown in the picture this makes mounting the Roman chair unstable. The same can be said for the rear crossbar which is used to brace yourself with the soles of your shoes/feet. That moves a lot as you can see and hear in the video. The other Strength Roman chair which cost less has a a better feel of stability. I’m disappointed with this purchase.

This is the <$100 version of a $700 piece of exercise equipment. Set your expectations accordingly and it is a great product. 5’10”, 200lbs and I use it almost daily with no wobble or concern even at full extension. Put together easily in less than an hour. Build/material quality isn’t the best but you get what you pay for and this is the most cost effective option for what I needed in my setup.

Yes this functions as a Roman Chair - just like 25 year old hooptie with 250,000 miles, rusted floorboards, a missing muffler, and 4 mismatched donuts will get you to work 2 miles from the house (maybe). This is a cheap low-quality exercise machine. I was hoping for decent but alas, it was not meant to be. It's made of seemingly 1/8" or .125" steel. The welds and paint/powder-coat are good. The design and asjustablity are passable. The steel is far too thin to be stable. Even bolting down the unit during assembly bends the tubes to an unacceptable degree. They provide reinforcing brackets on a couple of the joints which you'll never see in actual gym equipment. This thing wobles terribly - most notably from side to side when I light use even when my 110lb wife uses it. It's nearly unusable. The instability is a combination of (1) poorly placed and spec'd bolts/holes (2) poor tolerances (3) small/thin flanges and most notably (4) steel which is too thin in the entire design. Do yourself a huge favor and spend a bit more money on a Roman Chair. Look for a more commercial unit which uses at least 1/4" steel. You've been warned.

The Cap Strength Roman Chair is a popular piece of home gym equipment for those looking to strengthen their core, lower back, glutes, and hamstrings without breaking the bank. Offering functionality for hyperextensions, sit-ups, and potentially other exercises, it aims to provide a solid platform for essential bodyweight movements. But does it deliver on its promise of strength and stability? Assembly and Build Quality: Relatively straightforward to assemble, with clear instructions and all necessary hardware typically included. Expect to spend around 30 minutes to an hour putting it together. A decent level of sturdiness for its intended exercises. The powder-coated finish offers some protection against scratches and rust. For the average home user the build is adequate. Stability and Performance: It provides a stable base for controlled movements. The padded surfaces for the hips and ankles are generally comfortable enough for typical workout durations. The hip pads are wide and supportive, while the ankle rollers provide adequate cushioning. Adjustability is a strong point, with multiple height settings for the hip pads to accommodate users of different statures, allowing for proper form and effective targeting of muscle groups. Overall: The Cap Strength Roman Chair is a solid choice for home gym enthusiasts seeking a budget-friendly way to perform essential core and posterior chain exercises. It offers decent stability, good adjustability for the price, and is generally effective for its intended purposes. While it may not have the robust feel or premium features of high-end commercial equipment, it provides excellent value and a reliable platform for achieving a stronger core, healthier lower back, and well-developed glutes and hamstrings in the comfort of your own home. If your budget is a primary concern and your needs align with its capabilities, the Cap Strength Roman Chair is definitely worth considering.

Works well as a budget piece of equipment. Only reason not 5star is because the tools included to assemble tightly to take all wobble out of the equipment wont do it. At minimum to assemble a 3/8 drive ratchet with an 11/16 socket is needed to get the bolts tight enough to take wobble out. Reason is because the holes for the bolts are over sized and to make it stable you really have to tighten the bolts enough to pinch the tube. My son and I both have used this im 215lbs and its stable