Showing posts with label weight training. Show all posts
Showing posts with label weight training. Show all posts

Friday, June 15, 2012

Amber Sporting Goods Tricep Pressdown Bar Review

Amber Sporting Goods Tricep Pressdown Bar
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Gym quality but rough on the hands. Have to put a wrap or tape around it. Works well though.

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Each bar is designed to emphasize on a specific muscle group. Bars in this category range from lat bars(shoulders and upper arms) to multi-purpose v shape bar(upper body) to double D handles(back muscles).

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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Gut Buster Origional Pull Up Exerciser 10301 Review

Gut Buster Origional Pull Up Exerciser 10301
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This is great product that first came to my attention in the mid-1980's. I used to have one but lost it somewhere during a move. I recommend it because it helps ease the back tension for sit-ups while helping pull your upper body forward. The down side is that I've never been able to use it effectively for pulling the lower body toward my chest. It can be done, but that procedure is awkward, as you will immediately notice if you use this product. I use a different approach for that. There is no magic bullet for exercise and health. We all just have to keep at it and use whatever safe and fairly useful products we can find.
Gut Buster is one of them. Thanks Julian in San Francisco.

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Comfortable grips and paddles.Chrome plated music wire springwith patent safety wire.

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Saturday, March 31, 2012

Barbell Pad Review

Barbell Pad
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Save your money. This barbell pad is too loose on the barbell, spins in circles on the barbell while in use (the material is too smooth) and the pad is inadequate as protection from any weight over 90lbs. The neoprene pad itself is low quality. Two thumbs down.

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PL-BPR Barbell Pad adds comfort to the heaviest loads by letting the weight bar rest gently against the upper back. Thick durable pad has adjustable closure to fit most bars and is covered by nylon for easy cleaning. Features: -Professional line band. -Fit most bars. -15.75'' in length.

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Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Sunny Health & Fitness Ankle and Wrist Weight, 5 Lbs. x 2 Review

Sunny Health and Fitness Ankle and Wrist Weight, 5 Lbs. x 2
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I bought a pair of the 2.5 lb. ankle weights after doing some
research and comparison shopping. I like this particular
product because they are easy to get on and off, and are
very well-made. Nice blue color. Previously I had the kind
that had small weights that could be added or subtracted - I
didn't like them very well. These new ones are just perfect
and resemble the ones I have used at the Physical Therapy
clinic.

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Features:5 pound ankle and wrist weights.Made of soft, comfortable fabric.One size fits most.Comes in pair.

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Friday, March 16, 2012

Sunny Health & Fitness Forearm Trainer Review

Sunny Health and Fitness Forearm Trainer
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I was familiar with this product several years ago when it was marketed by Nordik Trak. I believe this product to be a cheaper version of the original. I am a certified hand therapist and I wanted this product for my office. It would be perfect as a wrist-strengthening device - excellent in fact. BUT, the mechanism that adjusts the resistance ( it is a red twisting type adjustment) broke with the first attempted adjustment. Now I am stuck with a device that I cannot adjust!
I tried to get it replaced, but I had discarded the 'original package' and the company will not replace it.
Disappointed in Norwalk Connecticut, Lisa Maggiore, OTR/L, CHT

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051 Features: -Forearm trainer. -Material: Plastic. -5 levels of tension. -4 different size adjustments for different lengths. -Soft resting spot for a wonderful feel.

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Monday, February 27, 2012

Cap Barbell Fitness FID Bench Review

Cap Barbell Fitness FID Bench
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This is a surprisingly sturdy, lightweight bench to use for dumbbell exercises. Not only is it affordable, but it is easier to put together than the average treadmill. The manual's instructions for putting the bench together are clear and easy to follow, and it offers good advice on how to get started coming up with an exercise routine. The bench's backrest is adjustable (a hard-to-find but important feature), so you can do the full range of dumbbell exercises.
Customers should know before buying that the bench is designed to support a maximum user weight of 250 lbs with a combined dumbbell weight of 100 lbs. So, although you cannot use this bench for lifting massive weights, it is ideal for people who are just starting out or who are focusing on fitness instead of extreme bodybuilding.
(Update: November 28, 2010)
Well, it has been a little over a year since I have been using this bench. I started out using 5-pound dumbbells with it at least 5 days a week. Now I am able to use 25-pound dumbbells on the same routine. Not once have I had the slightest bit of trouble with the bench. Durable? I would have to say so. My original 4-star rating still stands.

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Get the most out of your home dumbbell set with this Cap Barbell fitness bench. Offering four adjustable positions--upright, flat, incline, and decline--the bench supports a variety of upper body exercises, including dumbbell presses, chest flies, shoulder presses, bicep curls, and more. The bench also includes such extras a dumbbell holder that allows easy access to your dumbbells while workout out, foam-covered handgrips that provide added comfort while doing leg raises, and foam shin supports. The fitness bench offers a weight capacity of 250 pounds.


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Sunday, February 26, 2012

Polar FT80 Heart Rate Monitor Review

Polar FT80 Heart Rate Monitor
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Sadly I must report quite a bit of disappointment with this product:
1) The screen is so poorly contrasted it's nearly impossible to read except in the best of light and the backlight only makes it tolerable -- and only for 5 seconds in a row.
2) I've unfortunately fallen victim to a problem that has affected hundreds of people as represented on the Polar forums -- the inability (over time, randomly) to synch to the web service. This bug is a software/synch. issue between the watch, windows software and the web service. It prevents the upload of your training results and if you're using the STAR program means you don't get the adaptive training routine downloaded to your watch. Further, it means you don't have access to the snazzy zone/interval graphs.
3) The feature set is misleading as it comes to being able to use certain functions; the realtime graph and rest interval display is really only available in the strength training routines and not for general aerobic activity as defined by the training program you choose on the web service.
4) There's no basic interval timer.
5) The buttons are difficult to operate and the bottom button requires more force than the top to push.
If you're a runner or cyclist, this is probably a fine watch, but the FT60 looks like a much better unit that you can actually *see*
Some of these might seem like minor issues, but I am basically left with a watch that does less than my $80 Mio Drive watch that doesn't require a chest strap for the pulse reading.
I'm very disappointed with this purchase.
Be very, very sure what sort of activity you wish to monitor for this price...and the screen absolutely sucks.
I can't see how this would be released as a saleable product. That picture to the right is NOT an accurate representation of the display...

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You don't want a clunky, awkward-looking heart rate monitor, and you also don't want to do the same darn workout every day. Feast your eyes (and your cross-training soul) on the Polar FT 80 Heart Rate Monitor. Polar made this fitness watch with sleek, eye-pleasing style. This monitor also helps with your running, weight-lifting, and cross-training workouts. The FT 80 gives feedback on how long to rest between your lifting sets, shows calories burned, and provides an alarm to let you know when you're above or below your target zones. Store up to 100 exercise files, and use the included Polar FlowLink to connect to the polar personal trainer site for workout reviews and suggestions.Product Features
Housing Material: plastic
Altimeter: no
Altimeter Max Height:
Route Elevation Profile:
Barometer: no
Heart Rate Monitor: yes
Target Heart Rate Zone:
Training Program:
Fitness Test:
Chronograph: yes, stop watch
Odometer:
Thermometer: no
Digital Compass: no
Declination Type:
Adjustable Declination: no
Low Battery Indicator: yes
Computer Compatible: , included Polar FlowLink
Water-Resistant: yes, up to 50m
Backlight: yes
Alarms: 1 time with snooze, HR-based target zone audible and visual alarm
Alarm Type:
Battery Type: user replaceable
Battery Life:
Face Size: medium
Strap Material: rubber
Date Indicator:
Weekday Indicator:
Weight:
Recommended Use: training, cross-training, running, weight lifting, cardio
Manufacturer Warranty: 2 years


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Sunday, February 12, 2012

Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym (Refurbished) Review

Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym (Refurbished)
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I have seen those Bowflex infomercials for 20 years now and was the first to say "Yeah right". I believed there was no way it can be as easy as they say it was. I couldn't be MORE wrong. I've owned the Bowflex for 1 month now and cannot believe how easy, fun and fast results have happened. Its simply AMAZING! I love it!

Let me start with the quality. As I was putting it together I was shocked at how well its built. Very study, heavy duty. No cheesy parts.
Second, the DVD that came with it explained everything to me on how each exercise should be preformed safely and to get the best results.
Third, it tells you that you have to commit to a complete healthy life style. You can workout on it as much as you want but if you don't eat right, your NOT going to see the results your looking for.
So, I did just what they told me too.... 1 month, dropped 13 pounds. I can actually SEE the results too! Pants are not staying up, shirts are not as tight and I feel GREAT! Its SO easy if you commit and now that I am actually seeing and feeling the results I am excited to see what happens at the end of 2 months, 4 months, 6 months.
If you have joint problems like I do, this machine is awesome. I struggled with free weights. My joints would ache while working out. With the Bowflex... NOT ONE ISSIUE!
If you're tired of looking like a marshmallow and feeling like a piece of balsa wood, I strongly recommend the Bowflex. It WORKS! Worth every penny I spent on it.
If I had to say anything negative it would be this. It took me about 5 hours to put together but I was able to do it by myself. It wasn't that it was hard or confusing to put together, just took a little while. Still, I am PRO Bowflex. Love it, Love it, LOVE IT!

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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:



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Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Body Solid VKR30 Vertical Knee Raise Attachment for EXM3000LPS Gym Review

Body Solid VKR30 Vertical Knee Raise Attachment for EXM3000LPS Gym
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My whole family loves this attachement. Only regret we have is that we should have bought it at the same time we purchased the machine. Works great for my itty bitty teenager up to my hubby who weighs 225 pounds.

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Vertical Knee Raise Attachment. Specially contoured, oversized back pad, arm pads and handgrips add comfort to the grueling abdominal, shoulder and triceps workouts you can get from the combination Vertical Knee Raise Dip Station. Not recommended for the faint hearted, this is one option that builds champions. NOTE This station cannot be used with the MH30 Multi Hip Station. One or the other can be attached to the EXM3000LPS, not both. For use with EXM3000LPS Home Gym only.

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Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Amber Sporting Goods Flat Bench Review

Amber Sporting Goods Flat Bench
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This product had potential to be very good,especially for its low price and free shipping.Unfortunately, the product came in a large cardboard box and everything inside was loosely packaged.The frame had a few scratches,the nuts,washer and bolts,were all loose in the box. So,of course,It was missing nuts and washers. So,
I was unable to completely put it together securely. The frame is steel and sturdy, but the seat is hard as a rock and made very cheaply. It also was scunched in certain areas,from being crushed in the box, from poor handling in shipping.

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Use this bench to perform your arm, shoulder and chest exercises with dumbbells, or use the bench as support during back and ab exercises. Heavy-Duty Steel Construction. Assembly Required. Capacity: 400 lbs. Dimensions: 46"L x 16"W x 20"H

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Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Harbinger Pro Thumb Loop WristWraps? Review

Harbinger Pro Thumb Loop WristWraps?
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As a gym rat who has had several bicycling and weightlifting related injuries, I need additional wrist support when lifting heavier weight while benching, incline benching and curling. These wraps are an excellent complement to my Harbinger gloves for such heavy lifts. Compared to other heavy-duty wrist wraps, these are more elastic, longer and slightly thinner. This results in less bulk and tighter constriction of the blood flood to the wrists. So, between lifts, I find that I need to remove the wraps each time. However, the lower bulk makes generally makes the hassle tolerable. Is short, if you like a more flexible wrap for heavy lifting, the Harbinger Pro-Thumb loop wrist wraps are a good choice.

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The Harbinger? Pro Thumb Loop wrist wrap is designed for serious heavy lifters who need the maximum in support. The elastic thumb loop secures the wrap on your hand, and the VELCRO? brand closure provides a snug fit.

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Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Schiek Sports Ultimate Wrist Supports Review

Schiek Sports Ultimate Wrist Supports
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These are awesome wrist supports I like them better then the Grizzly brand.Very supportive use them all the time in the gym.

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Schiek Sports Ultimate Wrist Supports, One Size Fits All

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Friday, September 16, 2011

Body Solid GCAB360 CAM Series Ab / Back Machine Review

Body Solid GCAB360 CAM Series Ab / Back Machine
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Overall the experience was good. The Ab/Back Machine arrived within the shipping date window. Shipping was free, that was nice & Amazon's price was better then direct purchase from the company. Set up procedure could be challenging for some as a parts list and exploded view of how the parts were assembled was all that was provided. I'm mechanically inclined & did not have any problems & machine was set up in about 3 hours. I would have liked an operator's manual as I'm sure there are features that I have yet to master. Both myself and my 16 yr old son like the machine and use it serveal times a week. I also have a Body Solid leg press machine which I have owned for 15 years. Both the ab and the leg machine are good values.

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GCAB-360This unique dual-function machine allows you to exercise two major muscle groups (the stomach and back) for one great low price. The innovative plate-load design is based on health club single station machines. Features: -Ultra-thick DuraFirmupholstery provides maximum comfort -Positioned at a 30angle for precise biomechanical movement -2''x 4'' mainframe steel for exceptional Light Commercial quality -Easy-to-use pop-pin that allows adjustments to increase and control the user s range-of-motion -Adjustable lifting arm can be positioned for exercising both the abdominal and back muscles -Does not come with weight plates -Ideal for home and commercial use

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Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Marcy 100-Pound Stack Home Gym Review

Marcy 100-Pound Stack Home Gym
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I made an order today for a Marcy 100-Pound Single Stack Home Gym.
I receive the order confirmation almost immediately, which I was very happy about.
One problem. The picture in the order shows the correct Home GymThe confirmation order shows the March 100-Pound Stack Home Gym. An entirely different product.
You cannot cancel orders or change them prior to shipping? this makes absolutely no sense.Marcy 100-Pound Single Stack Home Gym is what I ordered....
Marcy 100-Pound Stack Home Gym is what was shipped....Buyer Beware.. Very similiar products.. Very different quality......
As you can hopefully see, totally different devices

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The Marcy MWM-1100 from Impex Fitness offers an all in one fitness system with a compact frame design. Perfect for those looking to stay toned and in shape all year long but don't want a gym which requires a large footprint. A 100 lb selectorized vinyl weight stack offers plenty of resistance for those looking to stay lean and in great shape. The key features include a dual function, independent motion press arm and vertical butterfly that requires no equipment adjustment when going from one exercise to the other. A high and low pulley cable system offers numerous exercises that work every major muscle group. A dual function leg developer allows you to strengthen all associated leg muscles. You'll find the detailed instructions offer easy assembly. Includes a lat bar, straight bar, ankle strap, single handle and link chain, is easy to assemble, and comes with a manufacturer's limited two year warranty.

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Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Sunny Health and Fitness Aerobic Step Bench - 039 Review

Sunny Health and Fitness Aerobic Step Bench - 039
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my daughter is 9 and wanted dumbbells they fit her hands great no too scratchy

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Sunny Health and Fitness Aerobic Step Bench

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Monday, June 6, 2011

Sunny Health & Fitness Power Twister Review

Sunny Health and Fitness Power Twister
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Isotonic and Isometric use for this. Strong enough resistance for the average bear, that's for sure. Old time equipment, but use it right, use it regularly and you should see results soon.

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Monday, April 25, 2011

TKO Sit-Up Board Review

TKO Sit-Up Board
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TKO sit-up board is poorly designed. Why?
1. Position for the knees creates undue stress on our lower back.
2. Stabilizer legs are not wide enough.
3. Pads are too small, and while we are at it, the pad rods are not wide enough
for men. I am 75" and 190 lbs.


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Perform sit-ups, crunches and other ab work with the TKO 6-Series Slant Board. This effective and durable unit features high tensile steel welded construction for rugged strength and resilience. The board is multi-height adjustable and includes large foam rollers for comfort. Anti-slip base caps ensure stability while the epoxy powder coat finish guarantees a long-lasting, hard-wearing exercise unit. The Slant Board conveniently folds for storage and is ideal for home or light commercial use.

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