Power Upgrade for Your Home Gym: Manuel Guyer & the EISENHORN DS

For Natural Bodybuilding Champion and Personal Trainer Manuel Guyer, clear performance is essential – and with the EISENHORN DS, he takes his workouts to a whole new level. The double station not only allows for classic basic exercises with up to 224 kg, but thanks to the asynchronous cable pulley, it also enables complex movement sequences. This creates an efficient training experience that combines strength, stability, and functional movement.

Discover more about our [product] in the interview with Manuel now: EISENHORN DS Power Strength.

EISENHORN: Hello Manuel, you are a personal trainer and have won the title of Mr. Universe in Natural Bodybuilding. Would you like to tell us about your journey to this point?

Manuel Guyer: Sure, gladly! I have been working as a personal trainer for several years. After my successful competitive career - including winning the Mr. Universe title in the Natural division. Two years ago - I fully focused on sharing my passion for strength training with my clients. My goal is to support them individually and help them achieve their personal fitness goals.

EISENHORN: When did you first become aware of the EISENHORN?

Manuel Guyer: That was in February 2020. I have to be honest, at the beginning I was quite skeptical. I had only seen photos of the EISENHORN strenght station and just couldn't imagine how a strength training device without visible weights could work. It sounded too good to be true for me at first.

EISENHORN: What convinced you then?

Manuel Guyer: After a personal consultation, I was allowed to test the EISENHORN strenght station myself - and I was immediately hooked. The device completely convinced me. Today, the EISENHORN is an integral part of my studio and indispensable from my training routine.

EISENHORN: What do you particularly appreciate about training with the EISENHORN strenght station?

Manuel Guyer: The versatility! I can perform almost any exercise I can think of with the EISENHORN. I am particularly excited about the possibility of training explosive power - this is much more difficult with traditional machines using weight plates because of the inertia. With the EISENHORN, this is not an issue. As a result, training with fast, explosive movements feels very natural.

Eisenhorn: And what about functional training?

Manuel Guyer: Here, the EISENHORN is also great. I can perform complex movement sequences and everyday exercises that engage multiple muscle groups at the same time. This greatly improves overall fitness and takes my clients to a new level.

EISENHORN: Manuel, you recently switched from the EISENHORN S to the EISENHORN DS What was the reason for this change?

Manuel Guyer: That's right. In spring 2024, I switched to the EISENHORN DS. The standard version - the EISENHORN S - is already a very powerful device. It is excellent for beginners, but also for advanced users looking for versatile training. However, as an ambitious strength athlete, I wanted to explore more possibilities and performance - so the DS was the logical next step for me.

EISENHORN: What are the most important advantages of the EISENHORN DS for you?

Manuel Guyer: For me, the two cable hoists are a real game changer. They allow for many new exercise variations that weren’t possible before — for example, butterflies or bicep curls in different variations. Even with the Big-5 exercises such as squats or rows, the DS model offers completely new possibilities and is absolutely unbeatable for me in this regard.

EISENHORN: Who do you recommend the EISENHORN DS for?

Manuel Guyer: The DS is definitely the right choice for those who want to continuously increase their training. Especially for advanced strength athletes who want to set new training stimuli, it is perfect. With a maximum training weight of up to 224 kilograms, the DS model offers enormous possibilities - there is really something for every performance level.

EISENHORN: What do you recommend to those who already own an EISENHORN S?

Manuel Guyer: The great thing is that the EISENHORN is modular. If you already have an S model, you can easily upgrade it to a DS. This is a great solution to stay flexible and adapt the training to your own progress.

EISENHORN: Manuel, you have already tried many training devices. What are the highlights for you when training with the IRONHORN?

Manuel Guyer: Some of my personal favorites definitely include the lat pulldown and the shoulder press. These exercises give me a really intense pump and very good muscle activation. The training is effective and challenging as a result.

Eisenhorn: In your opinion, what distinguishes training on the EISENHORN DS from conventional devices?

Manuel Guyer: A major difference is that most exercises at the EISENHORN are performed standing. This not only trains the target muscles, but the whole body has to work to stay stable. This strongly activates the deep muscles and at the same time trains the overall body stabilization.

EISENHORN: How do your female customers and clients react to the training at EISENHORN?

Manuel Guyer: The feedback is consistently positive. Many are surprised by how different the strain is. You quickly notice that not only strength, but also coordination and body awareness are trained. I like to use the EISENHORN especially with people who have complaints, because the movements are much more natural and fluid than with traditional strength training equipment.

EISENHORN: Is there any other special advantage that you would like to highlight?

Manuel Guyer: Yes, I find the possibility to train asymmetrically extremely valuable. This way I can target muscular imbalances. This is a huge advantage, especially in personal training.

EISENHORN: Manuel, you not only use the EISENHORN yourself, but also in personal training. How has this affected your work?

Manuel Guyer: Since I have been using the EISENHORN in my personal training sessions, the possibilities for my clients have expanded enormously. I can train in a much more varied way because the equipment is so versatile. This makes it exciting for me as a coach - and for the clients as well.

EISENHORN: Would you recommend the EISENHORN DS to other trainers as well?

Manuel Guyer: Absolutely! The combination of functionality and efficiency makes the EISENHORN DS a must-have for me for anyone looking to work on their fitness - whether they are beginners or professionals.

EISENHORN: What do you recommend to people who are not yet familiar with EISENHORN power stations?

Manuel Guyer: Just give it a try! It's best to experience for yourself how diverse the training is with it. Anyone who tests an EISENHORN strength station quickly feels the difference. It's definitely worth it.