Training Safely Without A Spotter

Dear Charles,

I always (or usually, anyway) train alone in my home. For chest, I always bench inside my Smith Machine for safety because I don't have a spotter. I'm well aware that top body builders don't get big using machines, so could you recommend any changes that could increase the effectiveness of my pec workouts while keeping them safe?

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What Kind Of Home Gym Should I Get?

I just bought a house and am already laying the blueprints for my home gym in the garage. Do you have any recommendation for a particular brand multi-gym?

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Should I Use Knee Wraps To Increase My Squat?

Dear Charles,

I'm a powerlifter in my first year of training. An Olympic style weightlifter in my gym, who can squat a heck of a lot more than I can, suggested I train without knee wraps except for maximum attempts and save them for the contest arsenal. Do you agree with this wisdom?

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