If you have spent any time in the strength and conditioning world online in the last few years, you have almost certainly encountered Ben Patrick — the "Knees Over Toes Guy." His ATG (Athletic Truth Group) training methodology, which centres on rebuilding joint health and athleticism from the ground up through progressive overload of the knees, hips, ankles, and surrounding structures, has built one of the most dedicated and results-driven fitness communities on the internet.

ATG Equipment — available at atgequipment.com — is the physical hardware side of that ecosystem. It is the store where you buy the specific tools Ben Patrick and his coaches actually use: the backward treadmill for knee decompression, the Nordic bench for hamstring development, the slantboard for VMO work, the tib bar for tibialis anterior training, and a growing range of accessories, apparel, and footwear designed specifically to support ATG programming.

This review covers every significant product in the ATG Equipment catalogue, the membership discount model, what real users report across different products, and the honest answer to whether the gear is worth buying — especially given prices that sit at the premium end of the home gym market.

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What Is ATG Equipment?

ATG Equipment is the official equipment store of Athletic Truth Group, the training organisation founded by Ben Patrick. The store was created to solve a specific problem: ATG programming calls for tools — a slantboard at the right angle, a tib bar for isolated tibialis work, a Nordic bench with proper regression options — that simply are not available in most commercial gyms and that are difficult to source from general fitness retailers who do not understand the ATG training context.

Every product in the catalogue is designed, selected, or approved by Ben Patrick and his coaching team specifically to support ATG programming. Most of the core equipment line is manufactured in the United States — a deliberate choice that reflects the brand's commitment to build quality and reflects in the price point.

The store also connects directly to ATG's online coaching membership — the first online gym in the world to offer coach-reviewed form feedback seven days a week, available for $49.50 per month. Members receive a 20% discount on all ATG Equipment purchases, making the membership financially meaningful for anyone planning to build out an ATG home gym.

Customer service is handled entirely by a USA-based team with no AI — a specific and deliberate policy. Whether by email or phone, every customer interaction is handled by a human representative who is knowledgeable about ATG training and can speak to the products from an informed coaching perspective.

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ATG Equipment Product Line: Full Catalogue Breakdown

The Backward Treadmill — $720 (Members: $576)

The flagship product and the one that draws both the most enthusiastic endorsements and the most nuanced feedback. The Backward Treadmill is a manual, non-motorised inclined treadmill designed specifically for backward walking — one of the cornerstone movements in ATG programming for knee decompression and VMO development.

The mechanism is simple: walking backward on an inclined surface unloads the knee joint while building strength in the muscles that protect it. For runners, former athletes, people recovering from knee surgery, and anyone with chronic knee pain who has tried conventional forward-motion exercise and found it aggravating, backward walking on an appropriate surface is a legitimate and research-supported tool for rehabilitation and strength building.

The ATG Backward Treadmill features a variable resistance system, a non-slip walking surface, and a design that folds up for storage — a meaningful feature for home gym users with limited space. Assembly is described as straightforward by most users, and the unit ships same or next business day on in-stock orders.

What users consistently report: Long-term results for knee pain relief that genuinely surprised even committed sceptics. One reviewer with Grade 3 and Grade 4 chondral damage in both knees, after six months of regular use, describes their knee pain in daily life as dramatically reduced and their athletic performance restored to levels they had not experienced in years. Physiotherapists and personal trainers report recommending it to clients with knee and hip pain with consistent positive outcomes. Delivery is frequently described as faster than expected.

The honest caveats: The backward treadmill has a clear size and weight threshold where the experience changes. Users who are tall (above 6'2") or heavier describe more frame flex and noise than shorter or lighter users. One reviewer at 6'3" and over 200 pounds describes the stability as insufficient for confident use. The product is built and warranted, but the physical experience on the unit is notably different across body types, and taller or heavier users should factor this into their decision. The unit also requires occasional lubrication — some users note it ships with limited lubricant included.

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Adjustable Nordic Bench — $525 (Members: $420)

The Nordic curl is one of the most effective posterior chain exercises available, with substantial research supporting its role in hamstring injury prevention and rehabilitation. The challenge with Nordic curls is that they are also brutally difficult — most people cannot perform a single full rep without mechanical assistance, and the loading curve makes unassisted progressions nearly impossible without a way to adjust the starting angle.

The ATG Adjustable Nordic Bench solves this precisely. It offers eight levels of angle regression — from 40 degrees down to 0 degrees in 5-degree increments — allowing users to start at an angle where they can perform quality reps and progress gradually toward the flat, full-range Nordic curl over weeks and months. The pad is 44 inches long, providing genuine security and room for users to catch themselves during the eccentric phase without fear of landing on a narrow surface.

This is the version of the Nordic bench that makes the movement actually trainable for people who are not already elite athletes. Coaches and physical therapists who use the ATG Nordic Bench with clients describe it as the piece of equipment that finally made Nordic progressions accessible in a supervised training context.

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The ATG Mobility Box — $510 (Members: $408)

The Mobility Box addresses one of the underrated challenges of ATG-style step ups and split squats: measurability. Without a standardised height reference, progress across sessions is difficult to track and coaching cues are imprecise. The Mobility Box adjusts continuously from 2 to 24 inches, with two integrated poles for stability assistance at whatever height the user is working at.

This is a coaching tool as much as it is a training tool. The combination of adjustable height and assistance poles means that the same piece of equipment serves a complete beginner who needs to start at 2 inches with both poles for balance, and an advanced athlete performing loaded ATG split squats at full depth. Coaches who have purchased the Mobility Box for small group training contexts describe it as indispensable for running progressions with clients at very different fitness levels in the same session.

The build quality receives consistent praise — "built like a tank, not cheaply made" and "much better than advertised" appear in multiple reviews. The only operational note: the rubber feet can come loose when moving the box between locations, a minor issue that ATG's team has acknowledged and is addressing in future production runs.

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ATG USA Slantboard — $119.99 (Members: $95.99)

The slantboard is the most accessible entry point into ATG equipment and the product most people start with. ATG's slantboard is set at a 25-degree angle — the incline that Ben Patrick and his team have identified as optimal for ATG squatting patterns, split squats, calf raises, and static ankle stretching. It is manufactured in the United States from birch wood for structural durability.

The honest pricing context: the ATG slantboard is approximately 25% more expensive than comparable slantboards from other brands at the same 25-degree angle. For non-members, this premium reflects the American manufacturing origin. For ATG members, the 20% discount brings the effective price in line with competing options at similar specification. Buyers who are already ATG members will find the price reasonable; buyers who are not yet members and are price-sensitive may want to compare alternatives before purchasing.

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ATG USA Tib Bar 2.0 — $75 (Members: $60)

The tibialis anterior — the muscle running along the front of the shin — is chronically undertrained in most fitness programmes and plays a significant role in knee health, ankle stability, and lower leg resilience. The Tib Bar 2.0 is a dedicated loading device for tibialis training: it sits over the foot and allows the user to perform loaded dorsiflexion from a seated position, progressively strengthening a muscle that most people have never deliberately trained.

At $75 ($60 for members), the Tib Bar 2.0 is the most price-accessible piece of functional ATG equipment in the catalogue. It is American-made, simple in design, and fills a specific niche that no general gym equipment addresses. For anyone committed to ATG programming and building bulletproof lower legs and knees, it is a straightforward purchase. For anyone not already following ATG training, understanding what the Tib Bar is for before buying is advisable — it is a specialised tool, not a general-purpose training accessory.

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The KneeMat — $89 (Members: $71.20)

A dedicated padding solution for kneeling exercises — couch stretches, half-kneeling positions, and floor-based ATG movements where the standard floor surface makes sustained kneeling uncomfortable or impossible. The KneeMat uses dual foam technology with a foldable design and carrying handles, making it portable for use at home, a gym, or outdoors.

For people with sensitive knees who find the discomfort of kneeling on hard surfaces a limiting factor in their training, the KneeMat removes that friction. Its niche is specific but genuinely useful for anyone working through ATG mobility progressions on a daily basis.

The BackBench — $125 (Members: $100)

A mobility product designed to open up the thoracic spine, shoulders, and chest through supported pullover-style movements. The BackBench uses dense foam with black upholstered PVC fabric and a non-slip base. Chest and thoracic mobility is often the missing link for athletes whose hip and knee rehab progresses well but who carry restriction in the upper body — the BackBench addresses this component of the ATG full-body approach.

ATG Buddies — $78 (Members: $62.40)

Portable rubber heel elevation blocks for use during squats, split squats, and other ATG lower-body movements. The ATG Buddies allow the user to modulate heel elevation and therefore knee travel demands during loaded movements — useful both for beginners working on ankle mobility and for experienced athletes managing load during rehabilitation phases.

Reviewer feedback is consistently positive for the functional utility; the price point draws occasional "a bit pricey for what they are" comments relative to improvised alternatives. For users who value a specific and tested product over a DIY solution, they are well-made and practical. For anyone comfortable using weight plates or similar items as heel elevators, the comparison is worth considering.

ATG Shoes — $95 Adult (Members: $76) / $49 Kids (Members: $39.20)

ATG's footwear is a zero-drop, wide toe box shoe designed to support natural foot mechanics and the barefoot-friendly foot position that ATG programming encourages. Reviews describe the adult shoe as lightweight, comfortable, and accommodating of natural foot width. The kids' version receives high marks for ease of use (Velcro closure) and comfort. A small number of stitching issues on early kids' models were reported, and ATG's team responded with replacements and confirmed the issue was corrected — a responsive handling of a quality control problem that reflects well on the company's support culture.

Additional Accessories

The catalogue also includes the ATG USA Sled Strap ($88), Mini Parallettes ($80), ATG USA Wrist Bar ($75), Ultra-Strong Floss Bands ($39.50), ATG Doorway Hammy Bands ($40), Hanging Ab Straps ($87.50, American-made), Dip/Chin Belt ($60, American-made), SafeWeights (from $24), and Big Toe Spacers ($10). These accessories round out the full ATG training toolkit and are designed to complement the major equipment purchases as a training programme develops.

Pricing and the Membership Model

ATG Equipment's pricing sits at the premium end of the home gym equipment market. The backward treadmill at $720, the Nordic bench at $525, and the Mobility Box at $510 represent significant investment — but each fills a specific, defined function that generic gym equipment does not replicate.

The ATG online coaching membership at $49.50 per month changes the pricing calculus meaningfully. The 20% member discount effectively pays for itself on any single major equipment purchase: a member buying the backward treadmill saves $144 versus the retail price, covering nearly three months of membership. For anyone planning to build an ATG home gym across multiple products, the membership discount is financially worth taking seriously before purchasing anything at full price.

The membership also provides access to ATG's full online coaching programme — daily coached sessions, form review seven days a week, and a community of athletes at all stages of the ATG journey. For buyers who are serious about the ATG methodology and not just buying individual tools, the membership is the intended way to engage with the whole system.

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ATG Equipment Review: What the Community Says

ATG Equipment's customer base is notably committed — these are not casual gym-goers who impulse-purchased a piece of equipment. They are people who have deliberately adopted a training methodology, often after years of joint pain and failed conventional approaches, and who have invested in the tools because the approach itself has produced results.

The Strongest Recurring Feedback

Real, sustained knee pain relief that outlasts short-term interventions. The most emotionally resonant reviews come from people who had exhausted conventional options — surgery, cortisone, physical therapy, rest — without lasting resolution. After consistent use of the ATG equipment and programming, these users describe changes they describe as transformative: walking downstairs without pain, returning to sports they had given up, experiencing the best athletic performance of their adult lives. The 38-year-old volleyball player with Grade 3 and Grade 4 chondral damage in both knees who describes regaining athleticism they had assumed was permanently lost is not an outlier in ATG's review base — it is a pattern.

Build quality that exceeds the price point expectations. Multiple buyers describe receiving products that feel materially better-built than they anticipated at the price. The Mobility Box in particular draws "built like a tank, not cheaply made" and "much better than advertised" comments. For products built in the United States and priced accordingly, these reactions reflect genuine manufacturing quality rather than marketing.

Shipping speed that exceeds expectations. Same or next business day dispatch on in-stock items, described in numerous reviews as arriving faster than expected. For bulky equipment, this is a genuine operational strength.

Customer service that resolves problems. When issues arise — a damaged product, a missing component, an international customs query — ATG's USA-based support team is described as accessible, responsive, and empowered to solve problems. The quality control response on the kids' shoes is a specific documented example of this.

A training ecosystem, not just individual tools. The combination of equipment, coaching, community, and progressive programming creates a context in which the equipment is used consistently and correctly — a meaningful differentiator from buying an equivalent piece of kit from a generic manufacturer with no programme behind it.

Honest Considerations

The backward treadmill has a body type threshold. Stability and noise feedback on the backward treadmill correlates clearly with user height and weight. Buyers above approximately 6'2" or 200+ pounds should research this specifically before purchasing, as the experience on the unit differs significantly from smaller users. This is the most important caveat in the catalogue for individual buyers.

Price is real and upfront. ATG Equipment is not inexpensive, and the brand does not pretend otherwise. Users who find individual products "a bit pricey" are not wrong — the Buddies, slantboard, and accessories carry a premium over comparable generic alternatives. The justification is American manufacturing, programme integration, and a customer service standard that generic alternatives do not match. Whether that justification holds for your budget is a personal calculation.

International buyers pay customs and duties separately. ATG ships internationally, but customs duties and taxes are not collected at checkout. International buyers should factor their country's import duty rates into the total cost before purchasing, particularly on the higher-ticket equipment items.

The 30-day refund policy applies to defective or damaged products. ATG's return window covers items that are defective or damaged, not change-of-mind returns. This is a stricter policy than some competitors. For products at this price point, understanding the returns window before purchasing is important.

Who ATG Equipment Is For

ATG programme followers who are already using Ben Patrick's training methodology and want to build a home gym with the tools the programme actually requires. For this buyer, the equipment is purpose-designed for the movements they are already doing or planning to do — the fit is exact.

People recovering from chronic knee, hip, or ankle pain who have exhausted conventional approaches and are willing to invest in a structured, equipment-supported rehabilitation methodology. The backward treadmill and Nordic bench in particular are clinically relevant for this group.

Coaches and physical therapists building a facility with equipment that supports progressive joint rehabilitation and athletic development. The Mobility Box, Nordic bench, and slantboard are all coaching tools with clinical applications, not just consumer fitness products.

Serious home gym builders who want American-made, durable equipment with a programme behind it, and who understand that the premium reflects manufacturing quality and a training ecosystem rather than brand markup alone.

Who Should Consider Alternatives

General fitness buyers who do not follow ATG programming and are simply looking for a slantboard, a Nordic bench, or a treadmill from a value-optimised source will find comparable products at lower prices from brands without the ATG premium. The equipment is genuinely good, but some of the price justification is tied to the programme context.

Taller or heavier users considering the backward treadmill should research extensively — reading reviews from users who share their build — before committing. The experience at the upper end of the size range is meaningfully different from the general user experience.

International buyers who are sensitive to total landed cost should calculate duties and taxes for their country before ordering any high-ticket items.

Pros & Cons

What works:

• Purpose-designed for ATG programming — every product has a specific, understood training application
• Most core equipment manufactured in the United States — genuine build quality
• 20% member discount across the entire catalogue for ATG coaching subscribers
• Backward treadmill: genuinely transformative for knee rehabilitation with consistent long-term results
• Nordic bench: eight-level angle progression makes the Nordic curl actually trainable for beginners
• Mobility Box: adjustable 2–24 inches with assistance poles; described as better built than expected
• Same or next business day shipping on in-stock products
• 100% USA-based customer service with no AI — knowledgeable, responsive, problem-solving
• Affiliate programme for coaches and content creators
• Kids' footwear available with a responsive quality control track record

Worth knowing:

• Backward treadmill has documented stability concerns for users above ~6'2" or ~200 pounds — research this if it applies to you
• Pricing is premium — membership discount changes the calculation meaningfully for multi-product purchases
• 30-day refund policy covers defective or damaged items only — not change-of-mind returns
• International orders: customs and duties are not included at checkout
• Some accessories (ATG Buddies, slantboard) carry a premium over comparable alternatives — member discount narrows the gap
• Rubber feet on the Mobility Box can come loose during relocation — a minor but noted issue

Final Verdict

ATG Equipment is a coherent, well-built product ecosystem for a specific and serious training methodology — not a general-purpose fitness store. The products are designed by a coaching team that uses them, manufactured to a standard that reflects their American-made origins, and backed by a customer service operation that genuinely engages with problems rather than routing them through automated systems.

The results that ATG equipment users describe — particularly around knee rehabilitation and restored athleticism — are among the most emotionally compelling customer feedback in the fitness equipment space. These are not people reviewing a slightly better yoga mat. These are people describing a return to physical capability they had assumed was permanently lost. That pattern of feedback, sustained across a large and independently engaged community, is the strongest indicator of a product line that actually does what it claims.

The honest parameters: you are paying a premium that is justified by manufacturing quality, programme integration, and support depth — not by brand hype alone. The backward treadmill requires size-specific research before purchasing. And the membership makes the entire catalogue financially more logical if you are committed to ATG programming long-term.

For anyone following ATG training or seriously considering it — the equipment is the right gear to support that programme, and atgequipment.com is the right place to get it.

Our rating: 9/10 — a genuinely high-quality, programme-specific equipment line with outstanding results feedback and American manufacturing standards; the backward treadmill's size limitation and the premium pricing require research before committing.

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