Easy start strength equipment

Easy start

— a feature primarily found on chest press machines (see Single Muscle Exercises) and some other varieties.

The physical features of the load systems used in most modern simulators are such that it often takes much more effort to start a movement than actually to continue the movement. Thus, in the initial phase, the working part of the simulator moves in a jerk; this creates imbalances in the load, reduces the effectiveness of exercise and does not contribute to safety. The easy start mechanism eliminates this phenomenon: it provides a smooth and easy start, without jerks and excessive effort.