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Hammer Strength Plate Loaded Pendulum-X Squat (PL-XSQ)

The Plate Loaded Pendulum-X Squat is built for athletes and serious lifters who demand more from their lower-body training. Unlike traditional pendulum squats that limit hip extension and overload the knees, the Pendulum-X drives total-body extension for unmatched power and performance.

Its patented movement dynamically shifts resistance—lighter at the bottom where you’re weakest and heavier at the top where you generate maximum force—creating the perfect strength curve for explosive results. Engineered for elite athletes, this machine builds stronger legs, powerful hips, and next-level performance.

KEY FEATURES

Adjustable Foot Platform

The Adjustable Foot Platform allows athletes to fine-tune their squat stance with a simple lever adjustment, accommodating different levels of ankle mobility. Set it steeper to replicate a traditional squat stance or shift to a less steep position, mimicking a 10-degree heel wedge to reduce ankle dorsiflexion demands. This enables greater depth, improved posture, and enhanced quad activation. Whether overcoming mobility restrictions or refining mechanics, this feature ensures optimal squat positioning for maximum performance.

Range of Motion Adjustment

The Range of Motion Adjustment gives you the flexibility to increase your squat depth with a simple flip. Designed for convenience, this mechanism can be flipped with your foot, allowing you to adjust your squat range with little effort. Whether you’re looking to maximize depth for greater muscle engagement or tailor your movement to specific training goals, this feature enhances versatility without interrupting your flow.

Assisting Band Pegs

The Band Pegs on the Pendulum-X Squat are designed to assist your lift, not add more tension. Strategically placed, these four pegs allow you to attach bands that provide support during the most challenging part of your lift—the bottom of the movement. This unique feature helps athletes move through the full range of motion while maintaining control and improving overall performance by aiding the weaker portion of the lift and enabling heavier lifts with greater confidence.

The X-Factor in Squatting

The Pendulum-X Squat is engineered for total body extension. Traditional pendulum squats keep athletes in constant knee flexion, overloading the joints while limiting posterior chain activation and hip extension—both critical for athletic power.

This movement changes the game by allowing a full, natural drive at the top, unlocking maximal force production for explosive jumps, sprints, and overall strength. It’s not just about squatting deep; it’s about training the way you compete. That’s the X-factor.

So good we had to patent it

The Pendulum-X Squat isn’t just another pendulum squat—it’s a breakthrough in lower-body training. Our patented movement adjusts resistance throughout the lift, making it lighter at the bottom where athletes are weakest and heavier at the top where they generate the most power. This dynamic loading pattern reinforces explosive strength, unlocking full hip extension for next-level athletic performance. When innovation meets intensity, results follow.

Why is full hip extension so important when squatting?

Full hip extension is the final phase of explosive movements like sprinting, jumping, and Olympic lifting. Without it, you’re leaving strength and performance gains on the table. The Pendulum-X Squat ensures complete lower-body activation, maximizing quad, glute, and hamstring development in a way that translates directly to sport.

Is the Hammer Strength Pendulum-X Squat easier on the knees than traditional pendulum squats?

Yes. By eliminating constant knee flexion, the Pendulum-X Squat reduces shear stress and overuse on the knee joint. Instead of forcing the quads to take all the load, it distributes the resistance more effectively, making it ideal for athletes focused on longevity and performance.

How does the Plate Loaded Pendulum-X Squat machine target the glutes?

The Pendulum-X Squat is designed to maximize glute activation by promoting full hip extension at the top of the lift, which is essential for optimal glute recruitment. Unlike traditional pendulum squats that often limit hip extension, the patented movement of the Pendulum-X ensures that your glutes are fully engaged throughout the range of motion.

How many racking positions on the Pendulum-X Squat machine are there and what is their spacing?

There are 3 racking heights spaced 5 inches apart to accommodate athletes of all shapes and sizes. The entire gunrack can also be adjusted up or down to provide more adjustability based on your athletes and programs.

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Dimensions	97 x 45 x 81 in (246 x 114 x 206 cm)
Product Weight	804 lb (365 kg)
Max Load Capacity (per arm)	4 x 45 lb plates (4 x 20 kg plates)
Starting Resistance (per arm)	81 lb (37 kg)
Product Code	PL-XSQ
Storage Horns	6
Recommended Plate Mix	6 x 45 lb plates, 4 x 25 lb plates, 4 x 10 lb plates

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