Joe Gray
My name is Joe Gray - aka Gray Matter Lifting - and I've been lifting at home since 2013. In that time I've built a badass gym, deadlifted over 600lbs, helped grow r/Homegym to over 1 Million subscribers, created the Garage Gym Competition and written a ton of posts here on this site. I love the Garage Gym Community... If you do too, I hope you stick around.
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MAG Grip Cable Attachments Comprehensive Guide – 2026
There are a few pieces in my gym that kind of "define" me as Gray Matter Lifting. One of those is without a doubt the MAG Grip Cable Attachments. Adorning the Wall Control board front and center, they are one of the first pieces people notice when they enter my gym. And when people recognize me online they say "I bought those because of your review!". I wasn't the first to like these by any means. Bodybuilders in hardcore gyms around the world have been loving these for over a decade, and some of my initial influences in the home gym community had some great things to say about the…
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HOIST Adjustable Bench – HF-5165 7 Position F.I.D. – 1+ Year Review
The HOIST HF-5165 Adjustable Bench is one of the best adjustable benches that takes attachments on the market. But there are better, and there are more coming soon.
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The Gray Matter Lab – V5
The Gray Matter Lab - V5... This continues to be a labor of love, passion, and crazy. I didn't think I'd be here... but here we are!
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Kabuki Strength Kadillac Bar Review – 2026
In this review ill attempt to paint my experiences with the Kabuki Strength Kadillac Bar, compare it to my football bar, and make general notes on the pros and cons, and overall if I think the price tag makes sense.
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Powertec Workbench Levergym – The BEST Complete Guide – 2026
I've owned and used the Powertec Workbench Levergym in my garage gym since 2017. Here, after literal thousands of reps, sets, and workouts... hours of contemplating, experimenting, researching, and building... is my comprehensive guide for the Powertec Workbench Levergym.
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BedJet Air Based Cooling & Warming System – 1+ Year Review
The BedJet Air Based Cooling & Warming System works. But it is far from perfect. If you overheat, this is the best option I've found so far.
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Mutant Metals Snap Back Rollers Review – 2026
The Mutant Metals Snap Back Rollers are FIRE. There are a few things they could fix/address, but these are a staple in my gym.
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Exer-Genie Truck Pull Simulator Review
The Exer Genie was SO close to what I needed, but just missed the target. That doesn't mean it won't be great for you.
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Gut Wrench Review
I grabbed the Gut Wrench to fill a gap hoping I could find space wherever I felt like. Hopefully, this will be my final landmine.
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A7 Powerlifting Gear Review
Here are my thoughts on my A7 Powerlifting Gear after owning and using it consistently for more than a year.
