Cable machine stirrups are a compact gym accessory that can be adapted for various upper body exercises. At Mirafit, we offer both home and commercial grade stirrups so that you can reap the benefits whether you have a home gym or use them in a private studio setting.
Types of Gym Stirrup Handle
We offer a wide range of Stirrup Cable Attachments designed to accommodate various movements and exercises. Whether you’re focusing on strength, stability, or specific muscle groups, our selection ensures you have the perfect tool to optimise your workout.
Nylon Stirrup
• 4 adjustable positions
• Rubber grip handle
• Sold as a pair
Metal D Handle
• Knurled grip
• Suitable for heavy impact exercises
• Rotating centre grip
Commercial Metal D Handle
• Rated for commercial use
• 360 degree swivel shackles
• Revolving centre for comfortable use
Metal grips are ideal for bicep curl movements, as their rotating center grip provides added comfort for your wrists. Built for durability, these metal stirrups are perfect for heavy lifting and long-term use. On the other hand, the flexibility of nylon stirrups makes them useful for a variety of pulling movements.
Stirrup Handle Exercises
Cable Chest Flye
This chest exercise that targets both the pectoralis major and minor and can be used as a pre-exhaust for bench press variations.
• Attach the nylon stirrups to the cable pulleys on each side and set them to chest height.
• Hold onto each stirrup, stand in the middle of the machine, facing away, and take a few steps forward so that your arms are nearly fully extended.
• With a small bend in your elbows, pull the cables forward until your hands are close together in front of your chest. Slowly release back to the start position and repeat.
Single Arm Lat Pulldown
This single-arm variation can help to reduce the chances of muscle imbalances in the posterior chain muscles of the upper body. It primarily works the lats, along with the rhomboids and biceps.
• Attach a Metal Stirrup Handle to the lat pulldown machine or cable machine and adjust the leg bolsters so that you are secured in place.
• Maintain a neutral spine and brace your core as you pull the cable down, in front of your shoulder.
• Release the cable back to the starting position, allowing your lats to be fully extended and repeat.
Bicep Curl
Cable bicep curls allow you to maintain the tension throughout the movement. The metal stirrup has a rotating centre grip, making it more comfortable during curling movements.
• Attach the stirrup to a low cable pulley and stand facing the machine.
• With one hand, hold the stirrup, keeping your elbow tucked close to your body and curl the cable up towards your shoulder.
• Throughout the movement, brace your core and refrain from swinging your back or rounding your shoulder.
Both metal and nylon stirrups are a handy accessory for performing unilateral movements with a Cable Machine. They are space saving and a handy edition to any home gym.
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