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What is a Glute Ham Developer?
Discover the GHD Today for a Stronger Posterior Chain Tomorrow
The Glute Ham Developer was once an obscure piece of fitness equipment that most passed by on their way to the water fountain. As the world of CrossFit training began to explode in all parts of the globe, this fitness tool that resembles a torture device rose through the training equipment food chain as a popular choice for training the posterior chain and core.
Today, the GHD, as it is now known, is used by sports conditioning athletes, exercise enthusiasts and strength coaches alike and has become a formidable strength training tool for different training and conditioning environments.
What Does a Glute Hamstring Developer Do?
The GHD offers a goldmine of exercise activity! It’s a versatile piece of equipment that can be used for different posterior-chain and core exercises depending on the user, exercise and training goal. The GHD can be used for training the glutes, hamstrings, hip extensors, lower back and trunk through different movements.
Depending on the exercise, a Glute Hamstring Developer can also challenge body control and positioning while training the posterior chain. As an athlete, on the field or on the court, strengthening the muscles involved in hip extension, knee flexion and trunk control can be incorporated into a broader strength and conditioning program.
Adjustable Glute Hamstring Developer by Body-Solid
A GHD can also help train posterior-chain muscles around the hips and trunk, including the glutes and hamstrings. Often times, training emphasis is primarily placed on anterior portions of the body that one can see (i.e. abs, quads, pecs) that rear portions of the body are neglected. Incorporating the use of a Glute Hamstring Developer makes the addition of core and posterior chain exercises readily available, quick and efficient!
What Types of Exercises Can I Do on a Glute Hamstring Developer?
The main activities performed on GHD’s are hamstring and/or glute raises, hip and lower back extensions, sit-ups and Russian twists. These are the most common types of exercises that Glute Ham Developers offer; however, there is a long list of movements that can be performed with the proper training and guidance.
From Glute Ham Raises, Front Sit Ups, Back Extensions and Hip Extensions, to CrossFit movements designed for competition and conditioning, the benefits of using a GHD can be applied to different training goals. By training your posterior chain and abdominal core, a GHD can become a useful strength and conditioning tool for a home gym, school weight room or commercial facility.
Legend Fitness 3214 Pro Series Glute Ham Developer
Where Can I Find an Assortment of Glute Hamstring Developers to Purchase?
Buying a quality GHD is easier when you have different makes and models to compare. IRON COMPANY® offers back, hamstring and glute training equipment for different training environments and facility requirements. Compare construction, adjustability, footprint and intended use when deciding which Glute Hamstring Developer is right for your application.
Recommended Glute Ham Developers and Categories
Once you understand what a GHD does and how you plan to use it, compare the available models according to construction, adjustment range, dimensions and the needs of your training environment. Here are several relevant options and categories to consider:
- Body-Solid SGH500 Glute Ham Machine – A Glute Ham Developer option for buyers comparing adjustable GHD equipment for posterior-chain and core training.
- Legend Fitness 7003 Varsity Glute Ham Developer – Another GHD option to consider when comparing equipment for strength and conditioning environments.
- Legend Fitness Glute Hamstring Station – A Legend Fitness option for buyers comparing glute, hamstring and posterior-chain training equipment.
For a broader comparison, browse the complete selection of back, hamstring and glute benches available from IRON COMPANY.
When you’re ready to get your posterior rear in gear, contact an IRON COMPANY representative by calling 888-758-7527 or emailing [email protected]. We are available to answer your questions about selecting an appropriate Glute Hamstring Developer for you or your facility and can also offer a custom quote for your consideration!
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The IRON COMPANY Editorial Team creates and maintains buyer-focused content for gym equipment, gym flooring, cardio equipment, strength training equipment, free weights, and related fitness facility solutions. Our content is developed to help residential, commercial, government, military, school, institutional, and facility buyers compare products, understand key specifications, avoid common buying mistakes, and make more informed purchasing decisions. When appropriate, content is reviewed against manufacturer information, product specifications, IRON COMPANY category knowledge, and current purchasing considerations before publication.
