A post from @homegymcoop (2026-08-03) highlights an unusual pendulum squat variant derived from Hoist ROC‑It designs: both the back pad and foot plate move in an arc during each rep. The machine used more than four plates on a counterbalance to offset load, and the author expressed appreciation for its over‑engineered design while sharing a video.
Author @homegymcoop called a pendulum squat machine “the most unique” they’ve used and posted a video on 2026-08-03.
This is the most unique pendulum squat I’ve ever used.
Based on the legendary Hoist ROC-It equipment line, both the back pad and the foot plate arc during the movement.
In order to offset the load, it had over 4 plates on the counter balance.
I love over-engineered gym equipment.
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