Solid Rock Bodytone outdoor shoulder press

The Solid Rock Bodytone outdoor shoulder press is a weatherproof strength station for training the deltoids in the open air. It is built for permanent installation in gardens, terraces, residence courtyards, campsites and public fitness areas, where an indoor machine would fail within a season. The seated position with a back support and padded ergonomic handles keeps the pressing pattern comfortable and repeatable, and the load can be set to suit the user, so the same station serves a beginner and an experienced athlete.

The frame is stainless steel, which is the material that makes unsupervised outdoor installation viable: there is no paint film to blister, no annual repainting, and cleaning is a matter of rinsing the structure down. The station needs no power supply, no technical room and no enclosure, so the only site works are the foundation and the surrounding surface.

Technical specification

Planning an outdoor strength area

A single press station rarely justifies an outdoor area on its own; it earns its place as part of a circuit. The usual composition pairs a pressing station with a pulling station, a lower body station and a core station, so a complete session can be run outdoors without members returning indoors. Position the stations far enough apart that two users are never in each other’s working envelope, and orient the seats so the sun is not directly in the user’s eyes during the busiest part of the day.

Anchoring is into concrete foundations sized to the ground conditions, with an impact attenuating or hard wearing surface around the station depending on the setting and the free fall height. For open access municipal sites, EN 16630 applies to the installation and EN 1177 governs the surfacing. On a private site such as a campsite, a hotel or a residence, those references remain the sensible design basis. A layout study is prepared with the quotation.

Frequently asked questions

Can it be left outside all year?

Yes. The stainless steel structure is specified for permanent outdoor exposure, including rain, frost and ultraviolet. Periodic rinsing and a check of the anchor bolts and fixings are the only routine tasks.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. The backrest supports the trunk and the resistance is set to the user, so the movement can be performed correctly at low load and progressed over time. For an unsupervised public site, an instruction panel next to the station is a worthwhile addition.

Can the exact specification be confirmed before ordering?

Dimensions, load range and the anchoring detail are confirmed on the quotation against the current Bodytone specification. Quotations are issued within 24 working hours, and shipping is 5 to 10 working days from stock.