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REP Athena Plate Loaded Side-Mount Functional Trainer

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REP Athena Plate Loaded Side-Mount Functional Trainer
REP Athena Plate Loaded Side-Mount Functional Trainer
REP Athena Plate Loaded Side-Mount Functional Trainer
REP Athena Plate Loaded Side-Mount Functional Trainer

Product Highlights

  • Fits PR-4000  or PR-5000 V2 series power racks
  • 2:1 pulley ratio 
  • Available for 80” and 93” power racks
Manufacturer: Categories: Functional trainer, Strength Conditioning

Video Review

In-Depth Review

REP Fitness Athena Review (2026): A High-Value Cable Attachment

REP Fitness Athena Review (2026): A High-Value Cable Attachment

In our REP Fitness Athena review, we take a first look at this newly released plate-loaded or selectorized functional trainer. Read the full review.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Free shipping
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
  • Available to purchase as left or right and paired.
  • Functional trainer without large footprint
  • Designed to be adjustable with one hand with large oversized pop-pin
  • Integrated band pegs on base and headplate
  • Upgrade kit will be available in the future
Cons
  • Compatible with limited racks
  • The Athena cannot clear weight horns with all diameter plates
  • Comes with only 1 only D-handle attachment

Specs

Weight10.6”
Weight capacity540 lb (feels like 270 lb)

Product Summary

The Athena Plate-Loaded Side-Mount Functional Trainer could be a useful addition to your home gym: It can add a lot of versatility to a cable system without taking up much space, provided your current gym set-up is compatible with the Athena.