Inspire Body Lift BL1
The Inspire BL1 is a unique, weight-stack-free home gym that uses your own body weight for resistance. It is silent, ultra-smooth, and exceptionally safe, making it perfect for apartments, upstairs rooms, or older users.
starsThe Verdict
"The Inspire BL1 is a unique, weight-stack-free home gym that uses your own body weight for resistance. It is silent, ultra-smooth, and exceptionally safe, making it perfect for apartments, upstairs rooms, or older users."
Why it stands out
The Inspire BL1 is a unique, weight-stack-free home gym that uses your own body weight for resistance. It is silent, ultra-smooth, and exceptionally safe, making it perfect for apartments, upstairs rooms, or older users.
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cancelWho This Is NOT For
Serious strength athletes will outgrow this. The resistance is capped at a percentage of your bodyweight (plus the leverage multiplier). You cannot simply 'add a pin' to go heavier than the machine allows. If you deadlift 150kg, this machine is a warm-up toy for you.
compare_arrowsComparison Advice
If you are deciding between the BL1 and a Weight Stack Gym: Choose the BL1 if you live in a flat, have old floorboards, or need silence. Choose a weight stack (like the M2) if you want to build significant muscle mass beyond your bodyweight.
infoJanuary Buyer's Note
"For many, the barrier to January training is 'noise guilt'—waking the family at 6am. The BL1 eliminates this. It is whisper-quiet. If you are an early bird or a night owl living in a terrace or flat, this machine removes the social friction of home training."
fitness_centerTraining Experience
The resistance is adjusted via a simple slide mechanism that changes the leverage on your body weight. The movement is incredibly smooth and completely silent—no clanking weights. It offers fixed pressing, pec flys, leg extension/curl, and high/low pulley work.
Build Quality & Longevity
Despite the lack of weights, the frame is solid 11-gauge steel matching other Inspire gyms. The mechanism is simple and robust, meaning very little can go wrong mechanically. It comes with a strong warranty typical of the brand.
Space & Installation
Because it lacks a weight stack, the BL1 is significantly lighter than other gyms, making it easier to install upstairs. It has a small footprint and can sit neatly in a bedroom corner. Installation is easier than typical multi-gyms due to fewer moving parts.
- straightenDimensions: 109cm (W) x 140cm (D) x 226cm (H)
- straightenNo weight stack (lighter floor load)
- straightenEasier assembly than standard gyms
UK Home Reality
"The hero of the UK upstairs bedroom. Because it has no iron weight stack, it weighs significantly less than a standard multi-gym, putting less stress on joists. It also comes in manageable boxes that actually fit up narrow staircases. If you are renting or in a temporary spot, this is the easiest gym to move."
Price & Value
The BL1 is one of the most affordable high-quality gyms on the market because you aren't paying for shipping and manufacturing 100kg of iron. For general toning and fitness, it offers unbeatable value.
Frequently Asked Questions
?How much resistance does it provide?
It provides resistance from 10% up to approx 120% of your body weight.
?Is it hard to adjust?
No, the one-handed slide mechanism allows you to change resistance in seconds without leaving the seat.
Consider These Alternatives
Total Gym (various models)
£500 - £1500Uses a sliding board and gravity. Good for mobility and light toning, but the BL1 feels more like a 'real' gym machine with fixed stations.
Inspire M2
Approx. £800 moreThe entry-level stack gym from Inspire. If you want the silence of the BL1, avoid this. If you want the infinite progression of iron weights, buy this.
TRX Suspension Trainer
£150The ultimate low-space bodyweight tool. It requires more core stability and skill to use than the BL1 (which supports you in a seat), but it fits in a drawer.