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Powerline BSG10X Home Gym with Leg Press |
  You dont need an engineering degree to put the BSG10X together. The gym comes 90% pre-assembled in one box. All of the high impact resistant nylon pulleys and 2200lb tensile strength steel cables have been hung and strung by the factory. No confusing diagrams to follow during this assembly. Its a simple 9 bolt process. You can be working out in as little as 30 minutes. The compact frame, less than 4 foot wide and 6½ foot tall let you install this gym anywhere. Engineered to be compact and easily assembled the BSG10X does not compromise your workouts. A stable platform and multiple seat adjustments let the BSG10X accommodate many users of all sizes. A 160lb. adjustable weight stack, high, mid and low pulleys, 8 position adjustable press arm and leg developer station the BSG10X enables the user to perform over 40 exercises, safely and biomechanically correct. Included with the BSG10X is a 48″ lat bar a low row bar and an abdominal-harness. Just click on the tech spec tab to see the many features built into this incredible new Powerline gym. The BSG10X also comes back by the Powerline Exclusive 10 Year Warranty! You cant afford not to make this a part of your own home workout center! Please be aware of the following freight delivery requirements: |
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Best Fitness BFMG20 Sportsmans Gym |
 Product is OK after some adjustments. The rating is not for product which would get a three star rating but for combo product and service from seller. Unit is made more for a smaller person – range of movement for exercises is limited but still ok. However, the unit was shipped with wrong weights and a lat bar that does not fit with the hardware sent. I received proper weights after threatening through Amazon but I have not received the lat bar….over two months. Time to threaten again |
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Marcy Diamond Elite Smith System with Linear Bearings |
 This exercise system is a great machine. I give the construction and quality an A plus. It took about 7 hrs to assemble, but well worth the effort! The price is an excellent value. No other place I surfed on the e-net had it cheaper than Amazon! There are so different exercisers to perform, I don’t think I’ll even use some of them. My wife and 13 yrs.old son uses this system and they love it too! I purchased the weights at Wal—t and got started! |
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Weider Total Body Works 50000 Gym |
 Pros: very nicely priced (especially at Weider site) in comparison with other machines of this type; well built; and came pretty much put together already. Cons: This machine has no adjustment for shorter users – in other words, neither the length of the platform nor the cords can be adjusted. The lower frame has only one position available, which means that if you are under 5′10″ or so and try to do the basic cardio exercise which involves sqautting and pulling on the cords, you probably won’t be able to reach the cords behind you – - they’re just too far away. Even if you grab them, when you finish the motion, your feet are no longer on the foot pad. You can get around this by doing the squats separately, or by leaving the bench only partially extended (which is not recommended by the manufacturer, as it leaves the bench unsecured). Other negatives: The unit does not come with any exercise program, whether on DVD, tape or just written – - just a chart of various exercises. It’s left up to the user to develop a regimen. Also, the round plastic covers at the bottom of the frame are not wheels, which means moving this thing involves actually dragging or lifting it (and it’s pretty heavy). |
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Body Solid EXM1500S Single Stack Home Gym |
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I bought this over a year ago, and while was expensive ($1000), it has completely paid for itself versus a YMCA membership, which I didn’t use often. Very impressive quality, feels very safe and luxurious – if you want a home gym that will last a lifetime, this is the one. Treat yourself. |
Top 5 Home Gym Equipment
Published on March 10, 2010
Shopping for Cheap Treadmills
Published on March 8, 2010
Cheap treadmills are great to have at home due to their ease of use. In poor weather, having a treadmill at home is a lifesaver. Combine treadmill exercises with abs and strength training, and you’re on the way to getting in shape and staying that way.
Using a cheap treadmill is wonderful for people who are on a budget. If you’re on a very tight budget, older used treadmills would be wise investments compared to the newer, more expensive treadmills. Used treadmills can have their fair share of problems, however. You should always have any used treadmill properly inspected by an authorized service person before using it for your workout.
You can purchase these treadmills at larger department stores (as well as at well-known exercise equipment stores), but it is best if you wait until they are on sale either online or in a trusted store. Doing your research prior to going to the store will give you a better idea about which treadmills will suit your needs; the last thing you want to do is buy the first one you come across in the store. Often, you can get that same treadmill for much cheaper elsewhere.
When you do have the chance to check out some cheap treadmills, take the time to test them out in person; you want to be comfortable while working out. Make sure to test your chosen treadmill brand, particularly when you order it online; if you decide that it doesn’t suit your workout needs, returning these treadmills can be very difficult. The best way to do this is going to be to visit your local treadmill retailer. While you might not be able to get a full workout done on one of their floor model machines, you’ll at least be able to do a quick test to determine if it’s right for you.
Circuit Breaker Exercise Routines
Published on March 7, 2010
The Circuit Breaker is a gym exercise routine that works all of the body’s major muscle groups while providing a solid cardio workout. It is called a “gym” exercise routine because a long time ago, the Circuit Breaker workout can only be achievable with commercial gym equipments. Now with new technology in modern home gym equipment (like a Bowflex system), you can follow this elite exercise routine from the comfort of your own home.
The basis behind the Circuit Breaker is not lifting heavy weights, but the repetitious act of each individual exercise. Combining a full body workout with cardio is an optimum way to train the body in its entirety. Also if you are trying to find the quickest way to lose weight, you should definitely try working the Circuit Breaker into your weekly workout schedule. You can achieve good results by performing it just three days per week.
The major muscle groups that the Circuit Breaker workout focuses on include the chest, shoulders, back, legs and arms. The workout can begin with any muscle group and use many different exercises. The key is to select an exercise that is enjoyable to do. For the chest one of the many forms of bench pressing can be used along with traditional push ups. Shoulder exercises can include the military press or pull ups. For the back, a rowing exercise is always good. The legs can be worked out with a traditional squat technique or simple leg extensions or curls. Arm exercises may include bicep curls and triceps push-downs. The key is to perform the exercises slowly and deliberately, with good form and breathing techniques. There is no need to rush through it the workout. Doing any form of weight bearing exercise haphazardly can lead to serious injury or death.
Each individually selected exercise must include 12 repetitions. There are only one to three minutes of rest between each exercise. The rest interval is dependent upon the fitness level of the user. After each exercise has been completed, a six to ten minute rest usually works best. The entire circuit of exercises should be repeated three times. It is important to stretch thoroughly and warm up prior to beginning the Circuit Breaker routine.
Those who use the Circuit Breaker routine should consult their physicians first. This workout is not recommended for anyone with heart conditions or muscular-skeletal problems such as osteoporosis, and some forms of arthritis. All forms of exercise should be discontinued upon any feelings of acute pain, dizziness or nausea. This workout is not for everyone. Therefore, great care must be taken when engaging in weight training. It is imperative for those who are new to weight lifting, to be trained thoroughly on any exercise by a professional. That includes the proper safety practices that can prevent injuries.
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