Active Hack Squat

Good training equipment earns its floor space, and the Active Hack Squat is built to do exactly that. Made by Active, it sits in our strength machines range for South African home gyms, studios and commercial floors.

In plain terms, this is a strength machine intended for regular use rather than occasional. Full specifications are shown on this page and in the product images.

Ideal for

Think gyms training members who are new to free weights, and commercial floors needing guided, repeatable movement. Those are the situations where this piece makes the most sense.

Before you install it

Check the delivery route carefully. Strength machines are heavy and awkward, and access is usually the constraint rather than the room itself.

Choosing the right one

Cables, pulleys and guide rods are the wear parts. Check they are replaceable and that spares are available locally.

Priced at R19 912, it is the 11th of 60 strength machines we list (R12 665 to R71 920). Worth comparing before you settle.

Keep guide rods clean and lightly lubricated, and check cables for fraying on a schedule. Cable failure under load is the risk worth preventing.

For context on how often adults should be training muscle groups, the World Health Organization physical activity guidelines are a sensible, independent starting point.

At a glance

• Brand: Active
• Category: Plate Loaded Machines
• SKU: H 022A
• Condition: new unless the listing states otherwise

You will find related equipment under Strength, Plate Loaded Machines, Commercial Strength and Cable Machines — worth a look before deciding.

The practical gap between light and heavy-duty strength machines is not the badge, it is the rating: frame gauge, bearing quality and how easily wear parts can be replaced. Buying slightly above your current needs is almost always cheaper than replacing early.

Not certain the Active Hack Squat is right for your space? Send us your room dimensions or a photo and we will tell you honestly whether it fits — including if something else in the range would serve you better.