Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Xmark Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell

Xmark Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell Review



Xmark Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell Feature

  • Smooth grip handles
  • Lift from 5 to 25 lbs. with each dumbbell
  • Comes complete with storage trays
The XMark Adjustable Dumbbell combines multiple sets of dumbbells into one. This space saving adjustable dumbbell comes with its own storage tray, rendering conventional barbells an inconvenient waste of space. Effortlessly switch from one weight setting to another by simply moving the adjustment knob. The superior quality and ease of use makes the XMark Adjustable Dumbbell a great addition to every home gym.


Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Nautilus T514 Treadmill

Nautilus T514 Treadmill Review



Nautilus T514 Treadmill Feature

  • Powerful treadmill for the home with 2.75 HP motor, 12 MPH maximum speed, and 12% incline
  • Cushioned walking/running surface area 20 x 55-Inch, softrak suspension deck reduces impact to joints
  • 19 Workout programs, including 6 time/distance courses, calorie goal, 2 custom programs, and pre-set 5k and 10k courses
  • 4 Polar heart rate programs, with telemetry, grip and chest belt included, folding convenience with soft-drop technology
  • 350-Pound maximum user weight, 10-year warranty on motor, 10 years on frame, 1 year on electronics, 2 years on parts
Ideal for toning up, managing your weight, and improving your cardiovascular health, Nautilus T514 treadmill is designed to help you move from the place you are to the place you want to be. It features a 2.75 HP continuous duty motor, integrated heart rate programming, a dual screen console, and optimally cushioned running surface. It offers a speed range of 0.5 to 12 miles per hour, allowing the pace that suits your need best for varying workout levels, and a spacious 20 x 55-inch walking/running surface. Nineteen workout programs allow you to further personalize your exercise regimen, including several hill, heart rate control, and custom user-specific programs.

Features and Specifications:



    The T514 features a backlit LCD monitor to track your key metrics while exercising.
  • Powerful 2.75 horsepower continuous duty motor
  • Softrak suspension deck with cushioned surface area (20 x 55 inches) reduces the impact running and walking may have to your joints
  • Four Polar heart rate programs, with telemetry, grip and chest belt (included)
  • Conveniently situated remote speed and incline controls, right at your fingertips
  • 19 workout programs, including 6 time/distance courses, calorie goal, 2 custom programs, and pre-set 5k and 10k courses.
  • Unique fan design integrates convenience and comfort
  • SoftDrop folding technology for easy and safe storage
  • 12 percent maximum incline
  • 12 MPH maximum speed
  • Water bottle holder
  • Magazine rack
  • Transport wheels
  • Integrated fan
  • Folding frame
  • Switchable from miles to kilometers (KM)
  • Maximum user weight: 350 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
10 years on the motor, 10 years on the frame, 1 year on electronics, 2 years on parts, 6 months on labor, 3 months on foam/rubber grips/belt





Compare These Treadmills


Bowflex Series 3
Schwinn 840
Nautilus T514
Bowflex Series 7
Schwinn 860
Nautilus T516
Motor1.75 horsepower2.5 horsepower2.75 horsepower3.0 horsepower3.0 horsepower3.2 horsepower
Programs62019152026
Deck Size20 x 54 inches20 x 55 inches20 x 55 inches20 x 60 inches20 x 58 inches20 x 58 inches
Display4-Window LED2 Backlit LCD Windows2 Backlit LCD Windows3 Backlit LCD Windows2 Backlit LCD Windows2 Backlit LCD Windows
Heart Rate MonitorGripGrip and telemetricGrip and telemetricGrip and telemetricGrip and telemetricGrip and telemetric
Speed0.5 to 10 mph0.5 to 10 mph0.5 to 12 mph0.5 to 11 mph0.5 to 12 mph0.5 to 15 mph
Incline0-12%0-10%0-12%0-12%0-12%0-15%
Dimensions77 x 35 x 55.25 inches74 x 32 x 54 inches74 x 32 x 54 inches83 x 35 x 55.25 inches78 x 34 x 54 inches78 x 34 x 54 inches
Folded Dimensions39 x 35 x 60 inches39 x 32 x 60 inches39 x 32 x 60 inches40.87 x 35 x 65.5 inches41 x 34 x 65.5 inches41 x 34 x 65.5 inches
Maximum Weight Capacity275 pounds300 pounds350 pounds300 pounds300 pounds350 pounds
Product Weight298 pounds285 pounds350 pounds298 pounds345 pounds345 pounds
Frame and Motor Warranty15 years, 10 years5 years, 10 years10 years, 10 years15 years, 10 years10 years, 10 years15 years, 15 years

About Treadmills
Walking is still considered one of the most beneficial cardiovascular exercises for people of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. As a fundamental form of aerobic training, walking has numerous physical benefits for the heart, lungs, and circulatory system, while also increasing muscle tone and burning fat calories. Treadmills provide a convenient way to regularly exercise in all weather conditions in the comfort and safety of your own home.

From beginners just starting an exercise regimen to advanced athletes looking to maintain their fitness level, anyone interested in getting and staying in shape can benefit greatly from regular use of a treadmill. Treadmills allow you to determine the pace, distance, and complexity of the workout based on your needs, all while watching television, talking on the telephone, or reading a magazine. Much easier on sensitive joints like the knees and hips, treadmill walking and running surfaces are typically long, padded platforms that allow ample room for a long stride and comfortable, low-impact walk or jog without the harsh contact of a concrete surface.

While many different types, styles, and price ranges of treadmills exist, many of them offer unique features like a fold-up design for easy storage, an electronic display monitor showing speed, distance, workout time, incline level, and burned calories, and EKG grip pulses to monitor the heart rate while exercising. Regardless of the simple to complex features you may choose, treadmills offer an array of aerobic exercise opportunities that will provide long-lasting beneficial cardiovascular results without a commute to the gym or a jog in the rain.


Friday, February 24, 2012

Iron Gym Total Upper Body Workout Bar

Iron Gym Total Upper Body Workout Bar Review



Iron Gym Total Upper Body Workout Bar Feature

  • Ideal for pull-ups, push-ups, chin-ups, dips, crunches, and more
  • Three grip positions, narrow, wide, and neutral
  • Uses leverage to hold against the doorway so there are no screws and no damage to door. Installs in seconds.
Strengthen your back, biceps, and other upper body muscles in the comfort of your living room or dorm with the Iron Gym workout bar. Designed to fit conveniently in most doorway frames or sit on the floor for pushups, dips, and sit-ups, the Iron Gym is an ideal choice for people who want to get fit without buying expensive, space-intensive weight sets. When installed in the doorway, the device lets you perform pull-ups and chin-ups, with three grip positions--narrow, neutral, and wide--for working the inner and outer back. Once you're done with your back workout, you can quickly move the Iron Gym to the floor, where you can perform pushups while facing down, tricep dips while facing the other way, or sit-ups using the Iron Gym for foot stability.

The Iron Gym--whose durable steel frame installs quickly without tools or fasteners--holds up to 300 pounds and is designed to fit residential doorways 24 to 32 inches wide, with doorway trim or molding up to 3.5 inches wide.

Iron Gym is the multi function training bar that combines every exercise you need to build a powerful upper body. Its the ultimate body sculpting and strength building tool that helps shape the upper body and tones your midsection. The durable steel construction holds up to 300 lbs. It is designed to fit residential doorways 24" to 32" wide with doorway trim or molding up to 3 ½ inches wide.


Thursday, February 23, 2012

Bowflex BodyTower

Bowflex BodyTower Review



Bowflex BodyTower Feature

  • Over 20 exercises, 3X more than most towers, allowing you to target your entire body
  • Heavy duty steel tubing with wide base for stability
  • Includes handgrips, sling straps, cushioned back pad and workout placard
  • EZ-Adjust horizontal bars increase workout variety and intensity
The Bowflex® BodyTower™ meets every one of your exercise variety and intensity needs. Handgrips, sling straps, a cushioned back pad, a workout placard, and online demonstrations make it easier to perform the 20+ possible exercises. Heavy-duty steel tubing allows superior stability in this uniquely compact and effectively designed tower.


PowerBlock Elite 90 Adjustable 5 to 90-Pounds per Dumbbell Set

PowerBlock Elite 90 Adjustable 5 to 90-Pounds per Dumbbell Set Review



PowerBlock Elite 90 Adjustable 5 to 90-Pounds per Dumbbell Set Feature

  • Pair of adjustable dumbbell weights for efficient, cost-effective strength training
  • Adjusts from 5 to 90 pounds in 5-pound increments
  • Selector pin lets you change weights easily, just like with weight stack at the gym
  • More compact and balanced than traditional dumbbells
  • Offers maximum weight of 90 pounds per hand; limited 10-year warranty
The only dumbbell system that can expand to meet your strength needs, PowerBlock dumbbells are the most versatile and effective exercise tool ever developed for strength training. PowerBlocks work intuitively. Rather than requiring you to buy a room full of dumbbells, PowerBlocks act just like a weight stack at the gym, with a handle that fits inside the first weight, which fits inside the second, which fits inside the third, etc. When you want to change weights, you simply move the weight selector pin into the appropriate slot and you're set. As you lift the core, all the weights above the selector pin are lifted at the same time, turning your 5-pound dumbbell into a 10-pound dumbbell, or your 10-pound dumbbell into a 20-pound dumbbell. Not only is the system remarkably easy to use, but it's also cost- and space-efficient, as a single pair of dumbbells can do the work of dozens.

This Elite 90 set adjusts from 5 to 90 pounds in 5-pound increments, in effect doing the job of 28 pairs of traditional dumbbells. In essence, you'll be storing 2,565 pounds of free weights while taking up the space of just one dumbbell air (each 90-pound dumbbell is only 16 inches in length). And if that's not enough for your workouts, you can expand the set to 130 pounds per hand using the 8-11 Elite Big Block kit. Boasting black powder-coated weight plates in a traditional square shape, the free weights are ideal whether you're trying to build muscle mass, firm and tone your physique, or get rid of unwanted body fat. The Elite 90 dumbbells measure 16 by 6 by 6 inches (W x H x D) each and carry a 10-year limited warranty.

The Elite 90 Set equals/replaces 28 pair of dumbbells or 2565 lbs of free weights in the space of one pair.


Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Body Vision PT600 Power Tower

Body Vision PT600 Power Tower Review



Body Vision PT600 Power Tower Feature

  • Multi-station workout tower for working upper and lower body
  • Chin-up and pull-up station with multiple grip positions
  • Dip station for triceps; leg raise station for quads and lower abs
  • Slip-resistant foot grips double as push-up bars; height-adjustable
  • Padded back and arm cushions; sturdy base sets up almost anywhere
Do away with portable pull-up bars and treat yourself to long-lasting fitness with the Body Vision PT600 Power Tower. The PT600 offers a variety of workout stations for your upper and lower body. The chin-up and pull-up station, for example, uses your body weight to work your back and biceps, with multiple grip positions adding variety to the mix. The tower also offers a dip station that targets your triceps, along with a leg raise station that works your quads and lower abdominals. Finally, the PT600's slip-resistant foot grips double as push-up bars, so you can better isolate your pecs through deep push-ups. Other details include traction-ready grips; a height-adjustable frame; padded cushions to protect your arm and back during workouts; and a steady, sturdy base that sets up virtually anywhere, from tiled dens to the concrete floor of the garage.

Create the fit profile you want and work toward better overall health when you add this versatile exercise equipment to your home gym. The Power Tower offers a variety of workout options for your upper and lower body: a chin-up and pull-up station with changeable grip positions, a dip station, a leg raise station, and slip-resistant foot grips that can be also be used as push-up bars. The tower features traction-ready handle grips, is height adjustable to suit almost any user, and is constructed with a steady, sturdy base for safe, secure placement. Thick cushions provide firm support and protection to your arms and back during your workout.


Monday, February 20, 2012

Bowflex EZ Pro Strapless Heart Rate Monitor WR30M

Bowflex EZ Pro Strapless Heart Rate Monitor WR30M Review



Bowflex EZ Pro Strapless Heart Rate Monitor WR30M Feature

  • Quick Touch Technology
  • Strapless
  • CHR Display, Time of day, Calendar, Alarm, 24 countdown Timer
  • 100 Hour Stopwatch
  • Water Resistant
The EZ Pro Strapless Heart Rate Monitor features Quick Touch Technology for fast and easy accurate heart rate. NO CHEST STRAP REQUIRED!


Sunday, February 19, 2012

Bowflex Xtreme SE Home Gym [Discontinued]

Bowflex Xtreme SE Home Gym [Discontinued] Review



Bowflex Xtreme SE Home Gym [Discontinued] Feature

  • All-in-one home gym offering more than 65 gym-quality muscle exercises
  • Lat tower with angled lat bar, ab crunch shoulder harness, and leg extension/curl attachment
  • Three-position lower pulley/squat station for building glutes, hamstrings, and quads
  • Ergonomic adjustable seat with polyurethane cushion; 210 pounds of resistance
  • Measures 49 x 81 x 62 inches (W x H x D); 7-year limited warranty
Whether you're tired of investing in a monthly gym membership or you just like the convenience of working out in the home, the Bowflex Xtreme SE home gym is a must-have for serious workout enthusiasts. The Xtreme SE lets you perform more than 65 gym-quality exercises, including exercises for the chest, shoulder, back, arms, abdominals, and legs--in short, everything you need to improve strength, tone, or bulk up. Resistance derives from the 210 pounds of Power Rod units, which feel as good or better than free weights but without the latter's inertia or risk of joint pain. If that's not enough resistance, you can also upgrade the Xtreme SE to 310 or 410 pounds.

The Xtreme SE is outfitted with a number of workout stations, including a lat tower with an angled lat bar for building back and shoulder muscles; an abdominal crunch shoulder harness; a three-position lower pulley/squat station for building your glutes, hamstrings, and quads; and a leg extension/curl attachment. And dedicated lifters will dig the adjustable cable and pulley system, which lets you change your resistance angle to target exercises more efficiently to certain muscle groups. Other details include five-way handgrip and ankle cuffs, an ergonomic adjustable seat with a polyurethane cushion, and a reinforced X-shaped base for maximum stability. The Xtreme SE measures 49 by 81 by 62 inches (W x H x D) and carries a seven-year limited warranty.

The Xtreme SE offers an ergonomic adjustable seat with a polyurethane cushion for added back support while exercising.
Key Features:
  • 210 pounds of Power Rod Resistance offers the benefits of free weights without the inertia or risk of joint pain; upgradeable up to 310 pounds / 140 kg or 410 pounds / 186 kg
  • Lat tower with Angled Lat Bar for building back and shoulder muscles quickly
  • Abdominal Crunch Shoulder Harness help build strong, defined abs
  • 3-Position Lower pulley/squat station to build your glutes, hamstrings, and quads
  • Leg extension/leg curl attachment will help develop strong, muscular legs.
  • Ergonomic adjustable seat with polyurethane cushion provides added back support for leg exercises and knee support for lat exercises
  • Compact size for smaller workout space; reinforced "X"-shaped base for maximum stability
  • Five-way hand-grip/ankle cuffs are designed to add flexibility and performance to any workout; functions include a regular grip, non-grip cuff, ankle cuff, foot cuff, and a shoulder cuff
  • Multiple cable/pulley positions are designed to change your angle of resistance and increase the effectiveness of many exercises
  • Owner's manual/fitness guide comes complete with detailed instructions for each exercise

Specifications:

  • Exercises Available: 60+
  • Standard Weight Resistance: 210 pounds / 95 kg
  • Attachments and Accessories: Leg Attachment, Lat Tower, Squat Station, Ab Crunch Accessory, Shoulder Harness
  • Adjustable Main Pulley System: Built-in (4-position adjustable pulleys)
  • Machine Height: 6' 11" (211 cm)
  • Machine Length: 5' 2" (158 cm)
  • Machine Width: 4' 1" (125 cm)

Manufacturer's Warranty
Bowflex machines are warranted to the original purchaser. Bowflex® home gyms limited warranties cover all defects in material or workmanship but do not cover commercial use or misuse by the consumer. The Power Rod units have a no-time-limit warranty. If you wear them out, Bowflex will replace them for free.

About Home Gyms
While offering the convenience of working out in the comfort and privacy of your own home, home gyms also allow you to focus on specific routines without having to wait in line or switch between a complex array of machines. In addition to improving strength, power, coordination, and muscular endurance, weight training can enhance weight reduction, enhance the immune and cardiovascular systems, and help prevent injuries. In general, home gym machines are compact units designed to strengthen and exercise many parts of the body. While no single home gym can provide a complete strength training solution, they are a convenient way to combine many exercises into a single unit. Some home gyms focus exclusively on upper-body workouts, while other, more advanced units focus on upper- and lower-body conditioning.

Enjoy all the benefits of gym-style vertical design and quality for serious workouts. All in a compact size that fits smaller workout spaces.


Saturday, February 18, 2012

Cap Barbell Rubber Dumbbell Set, 200-Pounds

Cap Barbell Rubber Dumbbell Set, 200-Pounds Review



Cap Barbell Rubber Dumbbell Set, 200-Pounds Feature

  • 10 to 30 lb prs
  • Includes 1 dumbbell rack
  • 30 Day warranty
CAP Barbell's 200 lb Coated Hex Dumbbell set is the ideal workout set for home use. The package includes a pair of 10 to 30 lb dumbbells in 5 lb increments for a total of 200 lbs. Also included with the set is a black 'A' frame dumbbell rack made of durable steel construction to keep your dumbbells organized. The hex shaped dumbbells are made of solid cast iron with a durable protective black plastic coating. The pvc coating means there is no rubber odor typically associated with rubber coated dumbbells. The handles are made of steel with ergonomic handgrips for comfort. 6 sided hexagon shape heads prevents the dumbbells from rolling. Warning: This product contains one or more phthalate chemicals known to the state of California to cause birth defects and other reproductive harm. Consumer may return the product for a full refund, including shipping cost for both receipt and return of the product within 15 days of his or her receipt.


Friday, February 17, 2012

Performance Fitness Systems TB560 5 to 60-Pound Adjustable Dumbbells with Stand

Performance Fitness Systems TB560 5 to 60-Pound Adjustable Dumbbells with Stand Review



Performance Fitness Systems TB560 5 to 60-Pound Adjustable Dumbbells with Stand Feature

  • Each Turbo Bell features an Easy Slide feature and adjusts to 23 different weight settings
  • Adjust from 5 pounds to 60 pounds in 2.5-pound increments
  • Forged steel weight plates for durability
  • Sturdy steel stand allows for easy storage
  • Set includes two Turbo Bells, a stand, a complete exercise program and instructions
Enjoy an efficient strength training workout with the TB560 Adjustable Dumbbell and Stand Set from Performance Fitness. Each Turbo Bell features an Easy Slide feature and adjusts to 23 different weight settings: as light as 5 pounds to as heavy as 60 pounds. The Turbo Bells support more than 50 exercises, including curls, bench presses, flies, tricep extensions, shoulder presses, and plenty more. You'll also be able to keep your dumbbells secure and out of the way with the included steel stand.


Each Turbo Bell can be as light as 5 pounds or as heavy as 60 pounds.

Key Features:

  • Compact, adjustable dumbbells with solid and durable steel stand
  • Turbo Bells offer 23 different weight settings
  • Adjusts with just a flick of the wrist by 2.5-pound increments
  • Each Turbo Bell can be as light as 5 pounds or as heavy as 60 pounds
  • Easy-to-adjust weight levers allow the user quickly change weight settings
  • Weight plates conveniently rest in individual slots for easy adjustment
  • Durable cast iron weight plates
  • Comes with a complete exercise program and usage instructions
  • Designed and tested under the guidance of exercise physiologists and certified personal trainers

The TB560 Turbo Bells are compact, adjustable dumbbells with a solid steel durable stand. These dumbbells offer 23 different weight setting from 5 lbs to 60 lbs. The TB560 Turbo Bells are easy to adjust and the weight plates are conveniently stored in the storage tray. The weight plates are forged steel for long lasting durability. The set comes with a complete exercise program and instructions.


Body Solid EXM1500S Single Stack Home Gym

Body Solid EXM1500S Single Stack Home Gym Review



Body Solid EXM1500S Single Stack Home Gym Feature

  • Includes lat bar, low row bar, utility strap, and workout poster
  • Exercises include chest press, high and low pulley, leg extension and curl, and ab crunch
  • Gym is centered on a 160-Pound weight stack, adjustable in ten-Pound increments
  • Measures 36 x 83 x 49-Inch (width x height x depth), 160-Pound weight stack
  • Includes limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty
The Body-Solid EXM1500S was recently named the "#1 Best Buy" in the home gym category by the leading consumer reporting magazine. The gym is centered on a 160-pound weight stack, adjustable in ten-pound increments with the simple insertion of a pin, and boasts all of the features, stations, and exercises you need for a total toning, weight loss, and strength training program in the comfort of your own home.

Features

  • Lat Pull-down/High Pulley Station: Perform lat pull-downs, triceps press-downs, cable crossovers, and many more high pulley exercises. Adjustable hold-down pads stabilize your body for lifts beyond your body weight, helping you increase strength and endurance of your back muscles.
  • Ab Crunch/Mid Pulley Station: Develop stronger abs and toned triceps quickly at this strength training station. biomechanically engineered for smooth, comfortable, full range of motion crunching movement. Specifically designed for firming, flattening, and isolating the entire abdominal area.
  • Leg Extension/Leg Curl Station: Leg developer lets you build muscular legs and stronger knee joints. biomechanically accurate pivot point ensures ergonomically correct body positioning for natural and complete hamstring and quadriceps development.
  • 160-pound Alloy Weight Stack: Advanced alloy weight stack plates are machine-drilled to exact specifications and employ nylon bushings for smooth, quiet operation.
  • Chest Press Station: biomechanically designed for maximum chest concentration and rapid muscle development. Comfortable, multi-position handgrips focus on distinct areas of the chest and triceps. Adjustable seat height ensures an ideal range of motion.
  • Seated Row/Low Pulley Station: Essential for well-developed backs, seated row exercises build depth in the middle back and train the hard-to-reach lower lats. Low pulley swivels smoothly and fully to provide accurate resistance for cable curls, upright rows, shrugs, leg abduction, leg adduction, and more.

Specifications

  • Measures 36-by-83-by-49 inches (W x H x D)
  • 160-pound weight stack
  • Exercises include chest press, high and low pulley, leg extension and curl, and ab crunch
  • Unit also includes lat bar, low row bar, utility strap, and workout poster

Lifetime Warranty
Body-Solid gym equipment includes a limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

About Body-Solid
Body-Solid, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high quality fitness equipment for the home and commercial markets. With over 20 years of experience, Body-Solid offers one of the widest arrays of products in the industry, including multi-station gyms, free weight machines, a complete line of cardiovascular products, weight plates, kettle bells, dumbbells, and fitness accessories. Body Solid EXM1500S Home Gym When the leading consumer reporting magazines were searching for the number 1 Best Buy in the home gym category, they found it in the EXM1500S. It has all the features you need for a complete toning, trimming and strength training program at home. In just 20 minutes a day, 3 times a week, you can trim down and firm up in your own home, on your own schedule. Forget the gym membership dues, long lines and that locker room smell. Using the EXM1500S will lead you to a healthier lifestyle, save you time and save you money. This gym is centered on a 160 Lb. weight stack, adjustable in 10 Lb. increments, stacked neatly without plates and bars scattered about. Simply insert a pin and begin. While sitting on the firm, oversized adjustable seat pad you can start by grabbing the multi grip press arm and work on your chest and shoulders, then wrap your legs over the comfortable foam rollers to rip through a set of thigh burning leg extensions. Now, take hold of the Ab Strap and crunch your way to a washboard stomach. Spin around and reach for the Lat Bar and work your shoulders and upper back. Using the Straight Bar on the multi purpose Low Pulley you can perform seated rows, biceps curls, wrist curls, upright rows, shrugs and more. Other exercises include triceps press down, standing leg curl, bent over row, inner and outer thigh, one arm cable curl and standing calf raise. The EXM1500S gives you more for your money than any other home gym on the market. Includes Lifetime Warranty on Everything. Forever. Period.


Thursday, February 16, 2012

Bowflex Selecttech 552 with Stand

Bowflex Selecttech 552 with Stand Review



Bowflex Selecttech 552 with Stand Feature

  • Each dumbbell adjusts from 5 to 52.5 pounds; adjusts in 2.5-pound increments up to the first 25 pounds
  • Combines 15 sets of weights into one, using a unique dial system
  • Eliminates the need for multiple dumbbells cluttering your workout space
  • Five-year warranty on weight plates, two-year warranty on parts
  • Stand included! 9 value
If you want to get a good strength workout at home, but don't have much space, the Bowflex 552 SelectTech Dumbbells are an ideal solution. Newly designed, the innovative pair of 552 SelectTech Dumbbells combines 15 sets of weights into one using a unique dial system. It's one of the most space-efficient and flexible strength-training options available with its unique and effective design. With just the turn of a dial, you can automatically change your resistance on each dumbbell from 5 pounds all the way up to 52.5 pounds of weight. It adjusts in 2.5-pound increments (up to 25 pounds), enabling you to gradually increase your strength without bulking up.


Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 3.1

Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 3.1 Review



Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 3.1 Feature

  • Transform any space into a personal free weight fitness center
  • Adjusts to four different positions for over 30 different exercises
  • Comes with a removable leg hold-down brace for added decline position support
  • Corrects posture and stabilizes positioning for a safe, muscle-building free-weight workout
  • 15-Year warranty on frame, one-year warranty on upholstery
Get more out of your workout using Bowflex SelectTech free weights with the 3.1 Series adjustable bench. It adjusts to four different positions for workout versatility--over 30 different exercises. It enables you to do more exercises to get the body you want and ensures proper posture so that you can maximize your results. It's the perfect way to transform your space into a personal fitness center.

This bench is also great for correcting posture and stabilizing your positioning for a safe, muscle-building free-weight workout. It's built-strong to last with heavy-duty commercial quality steel and durable upholstery. It comes standard with a removable leg hold-down brace for added decline position support. It wheels away for easy storage and measures 26 by 20 by 56 inches (W x H x L). Assembly is required.

Specifications:

  • Dimensions: 56" L x 26" W x 20" H (142.25 L x 66 W x 51 H cm)
  • Adjusts to four different positions
  • Corrects posture and stabilizes positioning for a safe, muscle-building free weight workout
  • Can be used with more than 30 exercises
  • Comes standard with a removable leg hold-down brace for added decline position support

About Utility Benches
Despite the competition from trendy new fitness inventions, free-weight lifting continues to be a popular option for home strength training. Free weights offer a special benefit in strength training because they promote quicker strength gains. Free weights also work a larger number of muscles than resistance machines, which tend to focus on isolated muscles.

Specially-designed adjustable pads, grips, and bars help limit and guide movements to minimize the possibility of muscle or joint damage. Plus, from a single utility bench, a vast number of exercises can be performed. Whether it is focusing on the abdomen, arms, chest, or any other muscle group, a utility bench can help you maximize your strength training goals while minimizing your risk of personal injury.

Manufacturer's Warranty
15-year warranty on frame, one-year warranty on upholstery

Transform your workout space. It adds workout variety. It ensures proper posture so that you can maximize your results. It also enables you to do more exercises to get the body you want. The Bowflex Adjustable Bench 3.1 Series is a must-have addition to any workout area. It will turn your space into the ultimate home gym.


Bowflex Xtreme 2 Home Gym

Bowflex Xtreme 2 Home Gym Review



Bowflex Xtreme 2 Home Gym Feature

  • Compact, easy-to-use home gym
  • Change exercises more quickly and easily without cable changes
  • 210 pounds of Power Rod resistance standard--optionally upgradeable up to 310 or 410 pounds
  • Lat tower features two adjustable positions with angled lat bar
  • Four-position adjustable lower pulleys with longer squat station
The Bowflex Xtreme 2 Home Gym allows you to work out at home with more than 70 different exercises to work a wide range of muscles. The Xtreme 2 lets you change exercises more quickly and easily with no cable changes needed between exercises. The Lat Tower adjusts to two positions and offers an angled lat bar, helping to build back and shoulder muscles quickly. The four-position adjustable lower pulleys provide a longer squat time, great for building up your glutes, hamstrings and quads.

The Xtreme 2 comes with 210 pounds of Bowflex Power Rod resistance, and it can be upgraded with optional add-ons for resistance up to 310 or 410 pounds. Other features include an adjustable, quick-release seat with polyurethane cushion, contoured, extra wide seat back for added stability and support during lat exercises, reinforced "X"-shaped base for maximum stability, triple function hand-grip/ankle cuffs, and multiple cable/pulley positions for custom workouts. It comes with a printed fitness guide and operating/installation instructions. It's backed by a 7-year limited warranty on materials and workmanship.

  • Height: 6 feet, 11 inches
  • Length: 4 feet, 8 inches
  • Width: 4 feet, 2 inches
  • Workout Area: 7 x 6 foot

About Home Gyms
While offering the convenience of working out in the comfort and privacy of your own home, home gyms also allow you to focus on specific routines without having to wait in line or switch between a complex array of machines. In addition to improving strength, power, coordination, and muscular endurance, weight training can enhance weight reduction, enhance the immune and cardiovascular systems, and help prevent injuries. In general, home gym machines are compact units designed to strengthen and exercise many parts of the body. While no single home gym can provide a complete strength training solution, they are a convenient way to combine many exercises into a single unit. Some home gyms focus exclusively on upper-body workouts, while other, more advanced units focus on upper- and lower-body conditioning.

We took the Xtreme and improved it. The Xtreme 2 includes a lat tower featuring 2 adjustable positions with angled lat bar to build back and shoulder muscles quickly with this integrated tower; 4 position adjustable lower pulleys with longer squat station to do squats and build your glutes, hamstrings and quads; and a leg extension/leg curl attachment to develop strong, muscular legs. Other features include: gym-style vertical workout position, adjustable quick-release seat with polyurethane cushion, contoured extra wide seat back for added stability and support during lat exercises, reinforced "X"-shaped base for maximum stability, compact size for smaller workout spaces, triple function hand-grip/ankle cuffs, and multiple cable/pulley positions for custom workouts. And, the Xtreme 2 lets you change exercises more quickly and easily with no cable changes needed between exercises and stations. These features let you perform over 75 exercises. Comes with owner's manual/fitness guide.


Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym

Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym Review



Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym Feature

  • Offers over 70 exercises for a total body workout
  • 210-Pounds of power rod resistance, or weight, upgradeable to 310 or 410-Pounds
  • Compact size for smaller workout spaces
  • Build back and shoulder muscles quickly with this integrated lat tower and angled lat bar
  • Workout area 8-Feet x 6-Feet and 5-Inch
Looking for a total body workout but you're on a budget? The refurbished Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE offers a compact total-body workout solution that allows you to perform over 70 exercises. It includes a Lat Tower that adjusts to two positions, leg extension for developing strong, muscular legs, an abdominal crunch shoulder harness to help you build strong, defined abs, and a 4-position lower pulley/squat station that helps in building your glutes, hamstrings, and quads. Other features include 210 pounds of Power Rod resistance, a no-change cable pulley system, an ergonomic adjustable seat with polyurethane cushion, and 5-way hand grip/ankle cuffs. This refurbished model of the Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE is backed by a full 6-month warranty.

The Xtreme 2 SE utilizes Bowflex's patented Power Rods, which provide resistance, or weight, that feels as good as or better than free weights--but without the inertia or risk of joint pain usually associated with free weights. You can hook one, two, three, four or all of your Power Rod units to the cable pulley system and go from as little as 5 pounds all the way up to 210 pounds of resistance (can be upgraded to 410 pounds). They're precisely manufactured from a high-tech composite material under the highest quality control measures, then sheathed and tested 4 separate times to ensure quality and durability. The Power Rod units are so strong, you can flex them repeatedly but you won't be able to wear them out.

Specifications:

  • Number of exercises: 70+
  • Weight resistance: 210 pounds (can be upgraded to 410 pounds)
  • Leg attachment: Included
  • Lat tower attachment: Included
  • Aerobic rowing: No
  • Squat station: Included
  • Preacher curl attachment: No
  • Ab crunch accessory: Shoulder harness only
  • Adjustable main pulley system: Included (4-position adjustable pulleys)
  • No-change cable pulley system: Included
  • Dimensions: 83 x 58 x 49 inches (HxLxW)
  • Workout area: 8' x 6' 5"
  • Maximum user weight: 300 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
This model of the Bowflex Revolution XP Home Gym has been refurbished to factory standards and is backed by a full 6-month warranty.

Exercises
The Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE home gym allows you to perform over 70 gym-quality exercises including:

Arm Exercises
  • Triceps Pushdown w/ Hand Grips
  • Triceps Hammer Pushdown
  • Triceps Pushdown w/ Lat Pulldown Bar
  • Single Arm Pushdown
  • Triceps Extension
  • Cross Triceps Extension
  • Hammer Triceps Extension
  • "Rope" Pushdowns
  • Seated Biceps Curl
  • Standing Biceps Curl
  • Concentration Biceps Curl
  • Hammer Biceps Curl
  • Barbell Biceps Curl
  • Reverse Barbell Biceps Curl
  • Seated Hammer Biceps Curl
  • Reverse Curl
  • Triceps Kickback
  • Hammer Triceps Kickback
  • Arm Opposition Push-pull
  • Upper Body Opposition Push-pull
  • Wrist Extension
  • Wrist Curl
  • Resisted Dip
Shoulder Exercises
  • Crossover Rear Delt Rows
  • Crossover High Rear Delt Rows
  • Reverse Fly
  • Crossover Reverse Fly
  • Seated Shoulder Press
  • Front Shoulder Raise
  • Shoulder Extension
  • Shoulder Shrug
  • Scapular Protraction
  • Scapular Depression
  • Lateral Shoulder Raise
  • Seated Forearm Lateral Shoulder Raise
  • Shoulder Rotator Cuff (internal)
  • Shoulder Rotator Cuff (external)
  • Crossover Seated Rear Delt Rows
  • Scapular Retraction
Leg Exercises
  • Leg Extension
  • Squat
  • Calf Raise
  • Single Leg Calf Raise
  • Standing Hip Extension (knee bent)
  • Standing Hip Extension (knee extended)
  • Standing Hip Abduction
  • Standing Hip Adduction
  • Leg Kickback
  • Hip Flexion
  • Dead Lift
  • Stiff Leg Dead Lift
Back Exercises
  • Standing Low Back Extension
  • Bent Rear Delt Row
  • Crossover Bent Rear Delt Row
  • Seated Wide Lat Pulldowns
  • Narrow Pulldowns w/ Lat Pulldown Bar
  • Narrow Pulldowns w/ Hand Grips
  • Reverse Grip Pulldowns
  • Crossover Wide Pulldowns
  • Crossover Narrow Pulldowns
  • Pulldowns
  • Stiff Arm Pulldowns
  • Standing Shoulder Pullover w/ Hand Grips
  • Crossover Seated Lat Rows
  • Seated Lat Rows
  • Reverse Grip Pulldown with Lat Bar

Abdominal Exercises

  • Seated (resisted) Abdominal Crunch
  • Seated (resisted) Oblique Abdominal Crunch
  • Trunk Rotation

Chest Exercises

  • Bench Press
  • Chest Fly
  • Decline Bench Press
  • Incline Bench Press
  • Decline Chest Fly
  • Incline Chest Fly

The Xtreme 2 SE is the best selling Bowflex Home Gym. Offers over 70 exercises and includes an ab crunch shoulder harness! Bowflex home gyms have been recognized as one of the most dependable and trusted names in home fitness for over 20 years.