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Bodybuilding & hypertrophy: build muscle with the right machines

Hypertrophy, building muscle, needs targeted intensity, the right rep ranges and equipment that lets you isolate each muscle. ATLAS carries a full range of strength machines for exactly this.

Why machines help hypertrophy

AXXON PRO and plate-loaded machines give you a stable path and constant tension on the muscle, lowering risk and letting you safely train close to failure, a key driver of hypertrophy.

Leg press, pendulum squat, hip thrust, abductors and adductors, rows and cable stations: every muscle group has its tool.

Reps, sets and progressive overload

For mass, aim for 8 to 15 reps per set, 3 to 4 sets per exercise, resting 1 to 3 minutes. Add weight or reps gradually each week: that is progressive overload.

Combine machines with free weights

The best results come from combining machines with free weights. Start with a compound movement (e.g. a press) and finish the muscle off with an isolation machine.

Ready to start?

Book a trial session at ATLAS and see the space for yourself.