The Body-Solid G1S is multi-station home gym equipment built around a 160 lb selectorized weight stack and five training stations. It covers over 40 total-body exercises with no cable changes, suits one residential user at a time, and carries the Body-Solid In-Home Lifetime Warranty.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Weight stack | 160 lb selectorized alloy |
| Exercise range | Over 40 total-body exercises |
| Stations | Five, plus low pulley work |
| Frame | Heavy-duty 12-gauge steel |
| Application | Residential |
| Type | Single-stack gym |
| Warranty | Body-Solid In-Home Lifetime |
| Price | $1,710.00 |
| Best-fit user | One adult, compact room |
The G1S gives you five distinct training positions running off a single 160 lb stack, and you never stop to swap a cable between them. That last part matters more than it sounds. Most home training dies from friction, not from lack of willpower—and a machine you can move through in twenty minutes gets used on the days you almost skipped.
What is a multi-station home gym? It is one frame that holds several fixed training stations—press, pulldown, row, legs, core — fed by a shared resistance system, so a single machine replaces four or five separate pieces of equipment.
Here is what each position on the G1S does:
✅ 160 lb selectorized alloy weight stack
✅ Over 40 total-body exercises
✅ Five training stations in one frame
✅ No cable changes between exercises
✅ Multi-grip press bar for chest focus
✅ DuraFirm™ pads with lumbar support
✅ Self-lubricating bronze pivot bushings
✅ Telescoping chrome-plated seat post
✅ 2,200 lb military-spec aircraft cables
✅ 4½" ball-bearing nylon pulleys
✅ Heavy-duty 12-gauge steel frame
✅ Chip-resistant powder coat finish
✅ Lat bar, straight bar, and straps included
✅ Body-Solid In-Home Lifetime Warranty
Body-Solid builds the G1S to the same manufacturing standards as the rest of the G series, and the components you actually feel—pulleys, cables, upholstery—are where that shows. Every station runs on self-lubricating bronze bushings with accurate pivot points, so the shafts rotate without the grind that cheaper frames develop in year two.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Weight stack | 160 lb selectorized alloy plates |
| Stack bushings | Nylon, machine-drilled plates |
| Frame steel | Heavy-duty 12-gauge |
| Finish | Electrostatic powder coat |
| Cables | 2,200 lb tension, military spec |
| Cable sheath | Nylon, low maintenance |
| Pulleys | 4½" fiberglass-reinforced nylon |
| Pulley bearings | Precision-machined steel ball |
| Pivot bushings | Self-lubricating bronze |
| Seat post | Telescoping, chrome plated |
| Padding | DuraFirm™ with lumbar support |
| Press bar. | Traditional multi-grip design |
| Cable changes | None required |
| Included | Lat bar, straight bar, ankle strap |
| Also included | Ab/triceps strap, Total Body Workout™ DVD |
| Convenience | Water bottle and towel holder |
| Application | Residential |
| Warranty | Body-Solid In-Home Lifetime |
The powder coat is applied electrostatically to resist scratching, chipping, and peeling—a small thing until you own the machine for eight years and it still looks like equipment rather than a project. The DuraFirm™ pads carry lumbar support designed to keep your lower back in a neutral position under fatigue, which is when form usually goes first.
Is a 160 lb weight stack enough? For most home lifters, yes—on pulldowns, rows, and presses, it is a real working load. It is a ceiling, though, not an open-ended one. Progress past it with a slower tempo, pauses, and single-arm or single-leg work rather than assuming you will outgrow the machine in a year.
Ready to move? Add the G1S to your cart and get it shipped free to your door.
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How many people can train at once? One. "Multi-station" describes the number of stations on the frame, not the number of users—a distinction most listings blur. Multi-stack systems with two or more independent stacks are what allow simultaneous training.
| Model | Best fit | Live price |
|---|---|---|
| Body-Solid G1S | One user, tightest floor space | $1,710.00 |
| Body-Solid G1B combo | Bench-style training layout | $1,710.00 |
| Body-Solid G6BR | Larger build, higher budget | $3,365.00 |
The G1S and the G1B sit at the same price for a reason: same 160 lb stack, different layout. Choose the G1S for the integrated seated stations and the smaller footprint. Step up to the G6BR only if you have both the room and the budget for a bigger frame. If you are still deciding between formats, the wider selection of home gym machines lays out how single-stack, functional trainer and multi-stack systems differ.
Measure before you order, not after the freight truck arrives. You need floor space for the frame plus clearance to sit, stand, and extend at every active station, and enough ceiling height for the lat pulldown to run through its full pull. Exact dimensions are published in the product manual, schematic, and data sheet linked on this page—check those numbers against your room rather than eyeballing it.
Multi-station builds of this size typically need two people and several hours to assemble. Clear the space, unbox near the final position, and set aside an afternoon rather than an hour.
Body-Solid equipment ships free from our Tennessee base to all 50 states. Hamilton Home Fitness is an authorized dealer, so your machine arrives with its manufacturer warranty intact and a real parts supply chain behind it.
Does the G1S work for beginners?
Yes, and it is one of the better starting points. Every station moves through a guided path, so the technique barrier that makes free weights intimidating largely disappears. The included Total Body Workout™ DVD gives you a structured place to begin.
Is the G1S rated for commercial use?
No. It is specified for residential use and carries a Residential Only tag. Gyms, studios, and shared facilities should look at commercial-rated equipment built for that duty cycle.
What does the warranty cover?
The G1S is backed by the Body-Solid In-Home Lifetime Warranty. Full terms and coverage boundaries are published by Body-Solid and linked from this page—read them before ordering so you know exactly what is included.
How much maintenance does it need?
Very little. The bronze bushings are self-lubricating, and the nylon-sheathed cables are designed for low maintenance. Wipe the upholstery down, keep the guide rods clean, and check cable tension periodically.
Can I add more weight later?
The G1S is built around its 160 lb stack. If you are confident you will need substantially more resistance, size up now rather than buying twice—that is the single most common regret in this category.
What else does Body-Solid make?
Racks, benches, Smith machines, and larger multi-station systems. The full Body-Solid range shows how the G1S fits alongside the rest of the lineup.
If your training keeps stalling because the gym is twenty minutes away and the spare room is empty, the G1S closes that gap for $1,710.00—five stations, over 40 exercises, no cable changes, in the smallest footprint Body-Solid builds.
Add it to your cart now. Free shipping on Body-Solid, nationwide delivery from Tennessee, and a lifetime in-home warranty standing behind the frame.
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Exercise Focus: | Total Body |
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