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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

14 Pcs of **Professional Resistance Band Set- for Men And Women- Door Anchor,ankle Straps .Yellow 8 Lb.blue 15 Lb.red 25 Lb.green 30 Lb.black 35 Lb. 226lbs of Extreme Resistance *Quality for Life Guarantee *30 Day Money Back Review

14 Pcs of **Professional Resistance Band Set- for Men And Women- Door Anchor,ankle Straps .Yellow 8 Lb.blue 15 Lb.red 25 Lb.green 30 Lb.black 35 Lb. 226lbs of Extreme Resistance *Quality for Life Guarantee *30 Day Money Back
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I bought these to start interval trianing. I did a lot of reasearch on which ones to buy since there are a ton out there. This set was priced better than most others and also included the round and "figure 8" bands that other sets did not have. VERY high quality. I am a big guy (6'0" 285'bs.) and used to power lift and this set is way more than enough for me. In fact, I primarily use the black and red bands combined and that is it. Oh, it is awesome that you can combine them for more and more resistance. You can't do that with a lot of other sets. Compact and easy to store out of the way.

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WELCOME. Are you ready for summer beach..Turning a Classic into Something New This 5 Resistance Band Exercise Kit is made of professional quality 100% natural rubber latex. EASY D RING CHANGE BANDS. you can do your entire workout with this band set. Its easy and small, you can workout any time and in any place. Features: high quality 5 color coded resistance band Best Quality Resistance bands for serious workout (made by 323gym®)Professional Resistance Band x 5 (5 different color)Resistance band is 48 in`.YELLOW 8 LB.BLUE 15 LB.RED 25 LB.GREEN 30 LB.BLACK 35 LB. Resistance band is 48" in length Each color coded tube has 2 metal clips at the ends so you can attach it to the foam handles Use these bands for ChaLEAN, Yoga and other programs. Quality and comforable foam handles with cushioned, free rotating and strong nylon straps and metal D-ring (not the cheap plastic D-ring) new revolution for body weight training Includes: Professional Resistance Band x 5 (5 different color) . O AND 8 Circular band yellow 8 lbs,soft foam handles x 2 . Door Anchor x 2. Ankle strap x 2 . Travel bag . User manual.*quality for Life Guarantee> bands only, bands and lb With proper use. *30 Day Money Back> item have to be new and in original package.

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Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Go Fit Ultimate Pro Gym Review

Go Fit Ultimate Pro Gym
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A note about operation of the ankle straps: you have to open them up and turn them so the scratchy Velcro is on the outside away from your skin...place the ring where you want it, wrap the remaining strap around your leg and then thread the strap through the ring and pull snug before securing the Velcro.

This way it will stay on no matter what weight you use. I promise...I use A LOT of weight for leg training.

I have been involved in health and fitness for over 20 years as a Body Builder, Body Sculptor, Trainer, Therapist, Coach and many other positions in the field. I am currently the Director of Personal Success Now.

I bought this to check it out - to determine if it was a good option for some of my clients who do not want to go to the gym. I also travel and wanted some way to ensure I would have the ability to work out anywhere.

Finally, no more work outs with a towel for resistance!!

This little gym in a bag is great. It comes in a small bag and is very light. It comes with a poster or book demonstrating possible workouts and it comes with a DVD (or CD) that describes and demonstrates workout possibilities. You can play this CD as a "trainer" or view the exercises singly.

The DVD has in a very good core performance, functional workout and some excellent information on nutrition. (The CD features Trainer and Fitness Model Linda Leene, and describes and demonstrates workout possibilities. You can play this CD as a "trainer" or view the exercises singly)

You get the aforementioned ankle straps, handles, and a door anchor. You also get a 5, 10, and 15 pound cable. The weight range is 5 to 30 pounds in 5-pound increments by combining the cables. The handles are comfortable and the cables hook and unhook very easily.

The possible weight/cable combinations look like this:
5 / 10 / 15 / 20=15+5 / 25=15+10 / 30=15+10+5

Additional cables are only $4 from the company...note: if you need more weight, you only need to get another heavy cable...because you can create any combination up to 45 pounds in 5 pound increments with only the 1 additional cable.

Combinations from 35 to 45 pounds look like this:
35=15+15+5 / 40=15+15+10 / 45=15+15+10+5

Every time you need more weight, you only need another 15-pound cable.

The weights discussed above represent the resistance for each hand. So, doing curls with the heavy cable is like curling 15 pounds in each hand.

I highly recommend this as an at-home and on the go training tool!

For safety - Always check your cables for wear before working out. Always make sure the door anchor is secure in the door and the door is closed and LOCKED before training with the door anchor. Always warm up before your workout. Always warm down and do flexibility movements after your workout.

There are down-loadable sheets for "tone and shape" and for "muscle and strength" 12-week workouts.
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Eat right for you. Take your vitamin. Get enough sleep. Drink your water. Avoid artificial- colors, flavors, and preservatives in your diet. Laugh often...and live well!

One final note to update this review - in 5 months of using the ProGym, I have lost 10 pounds of fat and gained over 20 pounds of muscle.

Wishing you Personal Success Now!

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The GoFit Ultimate Pro Gym is the go anywhere, train anytime home gym that comes complete with its own personal trainer on DVD. Whether you are building size and strength, or increasing muscle definition, the key to the Pro Gym is the ability to add or subtract resistance. You can obtain 7 levels of resistance by creating different combinations of the tube strengths. Regardless of your fitness level, the GoFit Ultimate Pro Gym will help you attain a healthier you!The Pro Gym contains two handles, three resistance tubes, two ankle straps, one door anchor, a workout manual, and a Core Performance workout on DVD led by Mark Verstegen at his world renowned Athletes' Performance Institute. A nylon carry bag is included for storage or travel.Resistances are as follows: * Red = 5 lb * Blue = 10 lb * Green = 15 lb

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Monday, December 20, 2010

Bodylastics Terrell Owens Super Strong Man Heavy Duty Resistance Bands System with User Book & DVD Review

Bodylastics Terrell Owens Super Strong Man Heavy Duty Resistance Bands System with User Book & DVD
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I recently purchased this TO Bodylastics exercise bands after a friend introduced me to them.I was kind of skeptical about it at first but thought the idea was really great since I don't have the room for all the large gym machines and this is very portable.I bought the TERRELL OWENS SUPER STRONG MAN SET because it came with the additional set of handles and door stopper which can be used for 2 people at once.I'm trying to get my wife to exercise with me.I also ordered the TO SET because I wanted the orange bands which does not come in the other set.When the set arrived I followed the DVD workout routine and got a great workout and sweat. Almost felt like I played racquetball for an hour straight.I found out that I will be using the lower resistance bands the most as the tension on the orange and even the black band is very intense for normal workouts like curls or triceps.I rather go lighter and work the muscle a few minutes until it starts to burn rather than going very heavy and short. I'll save the orange and black bands and use it for bench pressing while lying on my flat bench.These bands and all items included are very well made.The included bag is rather small to hold all the items so I just keep the whole kitstored in the box that it came in and it works just fine.I like the way the bands can easily clip on to the handle using the mountain climbing style clips.They even have markings etched onto clips to show the band pounds tension. It would be nice if Bodylastics come up with various exercise routines in a iphone app.Other than that there are many exercise apps on itunes which you can download and track your progress with exercises programs you create yourself.I would recommend Bodylastics to anyone who wants a great and intense work out in the privacy of their own home without spending on expensive space taking gym equipment.It's like a portable bow-flex and you can carry it around with you wherever you go or travel.If you are thinking of only working out by yourself, I feel the smaller set will be fine and will provide you with all the bands you will ever need. Get the TO set if you want the extra handles and extra door stop.Awesome product and I give it 5 Stars *****

Update...I just got really hurt the other day when the bands snapped back into the back of my neck while doing the laying down triceps exercise.The door anchor piece with attached bands and aluminum clips came flying back at me at about 100 mph hitting the back of my neck when the bedroom door somehow opened.I got hit really hard by the bands aluminum clips to the back of my neck with so much force that it left a bruise and almost broke the skin. I noticed that the screw in metal door latch piece that is in on the door frame came with the inside piece having a little angle to it and it prevented the door knob spring latch from entering all the way.I noticed that the metal door plate had the inside angled on all my other doors as well.The door knob brand was Falcon.I ended up removing the screwed in plate and bent the inside piece until it was completely flat so that the door knob spring latch can enter into it completely.I also attach a beach towel to the top part of the bands when it is attached to the door.I have a huge welt on the back of my neck and it's a good thing I was not facing the bands when this happened as it could have easily detached my retina if I was doing an exercise facing the door.I still love this Bodylastic set but take more precaution when using it. My neck still hurts badly from the hit of the bands powerful force.

It would be a good idea if the company writes in the manual or mention on their website of what type of door knob hinges to look out for or how to adjust if you have this type.It could do serious damage to you and you won't want to find out the hard way like I did.I would advise to always lock your door knob also when doing any of the exercises using the door attachment.If someone opens the door form the outside while stretching the bands on the other side, the bandscould easily take out your eye as well.Be careful and check your door latch type before using.

Other than that...I would highly recommend the Bodylastic Set as i use it everyday in my daily exercise.But now with way more caution and a huge beach towel is attached if used with the door anchor. The towel is slow down the flying back bands with aluminum latches in case the door ever opens again while exercising.I'm going to create something better like a pillow attachment with velcro straps later for added safety in the future.

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Build strength, tone your muscles, and improve your overall fitness level with the Bodylastics Terrell Owens Super Strong Man resistance bands system. Setting the standard in the home gym category, the Super Strong Man system includes everything you need to work your arms, legs, back, chest, shoulders, and abs. The system is built around seven continuous-dipped elastic bands that create more than 94 resistance levels and up to 127 pounds of resistance per side. This versatility means that both grandparents and NFL offensive lineman alike will be able to enjoy a terrific home workout. The bands start at 5 pounds (yellow), with the resistance levels moving progressively upward to 7 pounds (green), 13 pounds (red), 19 pounds (blue), 23 pounds (black), and 30 pounds (two orange). The set also comes with such accessories as four extra-wide foam-covered handles, four heavy-duty ankle straps, and a door anchor that attaches to almost any kind of door. With the door anchor, users can perform more than 140 top gym exercises, or they can perform dozens of others while using the bands freestanding.
How effective is the Super Strong Man set? Back before the 2007 football season, Bodylastics sent a few prototypes to NFL receiver Terrell Owens. When he arrived at training camp, he showed them to the Dallas Cowboys' strength and conditioning coach. Not only did the coach order 10 sets on the spot, but he later ended up ordering enough sets for every player on the team. Ideal for all ages and fitness levels, the Super Strong Man set also comes with one 76-page user book, one copy of Terrell Owens Workout & Diet Guide, one fat-burning circuit-training DVD, and a storage/travel bag. The Super Strong Man resistance band set carries a lifetime warranty.


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Friday, November 12, 2010

Weider X-Factor Door Gym Review

Weider X-Factor Door Gym
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Well, let me start off by saying I bought this yesterday (Valentine's Day) returned it today because I couldn't find a door that would shut with the equipment installed.I'm disappointed because I think it would be a good exercise product & I was really looking forward to trying it out.I gave it 4 stars because of the price, quality & ease of installing/removing & storing it.I'd like to give it 3.5 stars though, b/c I couldn't find a place to use it in my apartment.Also, shop around.... I bought mine at a local Dick's store for $99.99 plus tax, didn't have to wait (or pay) for delivery.

Pros:
- Seemed well made for the price. (Didn't get to use it, so don't know about longevity, but nice out of the box)
- EXTREMELY easy to install.From the box to installed in 10 minutes. Very easy to put up, take down & store. (I easily moved it around to every door in my apartment trying to find a good place to use it)
- Small, light weight & portable.

Cons:
- The brackets that go over the door are wide so they'll fit over thick doors. They don't fit thin doors very well.
- Instructions, which you don't see until you buy it, recommend installing the X-Factor on the side of the door that closes against the door jamb (for example, most doors open into a room, so you would have to install it & exercise on the side of the door that's in the hallway).The reason is to increase the strength of the door as you pull against it during exercise. They don't come right out & say it, but this reduces the chance that your door could bust open & fling against you during your workout.Referring back to my example, if you're exercising inside the room, the only thing holding the door shut is the door latch.
- There MUST be at least 1/8" clearance between the top of the door & door frame (header). Same for the bottom of the door & the floor (sill).This is so the bracket can fit between the door & the frame/floor when you shut the door w/ the X-Factor installed.This is where I had problems and had to return it without any chance of using it.I found reviews on other websites (sorry, can't recall where), that a few people had the same problem but didn't give details, so I took my chances.One person said they trimmed the door shorter to fix the problem.I'm a renter, so that's not an option.Another point to be aware of, if your doors are hollow core, not solid wood, trimming them shorter may reduce their strength, and when you start pulling on them w/ the X-Factor you may end up damaging your door & hurting yourself.

So, before you buy this, check your doors to make sure there's enough clearance & that you can install it in a place where you'll enjoy working out & be able to watch the videos too (back to my example... I don't know anyone who has a t.v. & dvd player in their hall).

Also, Google around for other reviews.It seemed like there was a mix beginners & pros, and there was a variety of opinions.The pros felt it was a good "back-up", but wouldn't give up their pro equipment, and the beginners thought it was a good product to start with.

Not sure if this will add to your decision or not, or your opinion on my review... so here's a little about me:
I'm a 34 yr old female.I work in an office all day, and am very disgusted w/ how out of shape I've become from sitting on my butt for up to 70 hrs a week.I want something that will exercise my whole body and can be used in short or long time frames for a good work out.I also want something that doesn't take up a lot of space & is easy to move around as necessary, and, yah, doesn't cost a fortune either.I really thought I struck gold w/ X-Factor.Bummer... the search continues.

Good luck in the frustrating quest to find exercise equipment that's right for you!

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The Weider X-Factor is the total-body training system that attaches to any door. The unique design promotes explosive movements for a total-body workout. It's engineered to fit in any standard door with progressive resistance exceeding 210 lbs.

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Body By Jake Tower 200 Full-Body Exercise Gym Review

Body By Jake Tower 200 Full-Body Exercise Gym
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I bought this item with little knowledge of it.I had read mixed reviews of it on here but decided to go with my gut feeling and just get it.It's a pretty good product over all, installs easy to any door, and is fun to use.The workout instructions are somewhat vague, but the dvd certainly helps.For those of you that are always at the gym or are in incredible shape, this wont help you much.For those of you that are crunched for time or have little experience at the gym, this is a nice workout item that can get you into shape.I incorporate this in my martial arts, regualr gym, and cardio workouts and it fits nice.

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Got a door? Then you got a gym. The Body by Jake Tower 200 slides onto any door within seconds, giving you 200 pounds of explosive resistance to help you get bigger and stronger within 30 days. The Tower 200 is equipped with a pair of multi-tension power cords, which help you work your arms, chest, shoulders, back, abs, and legs. The cords support more than 200 exercises in all, including all the basics and a host of specialized, muscle-isolating routines. Users who are ready to get really crazy can try the "mother of all workouts"--Randy Couture's MMA-inspired 11-minute body shredding routine, which includes such moves as the Warrior, the Demon, and the Freak. Best of all, the Tower 200 is tough yet non-obtrusive, with a durable steel frame that's designed so it won't mess up your door. Built to fit on any door in the house, office, or dorm, the Tower 200 carries a limited lifetime warranty.


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Saturday, November 6, 2010

Altus Athletic Home Gym with DVD Review

Altus Athletic Home Gym with DVD
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I'm looking at it right now, hanging on the door. One cord gone all wobbly and crooked. The little rubber bands are sticking out of the yellow threads. They quietly snapped at some point. It was a good workout while it lasted. I haven't been able to find any replacement 'resistance bands' available on the 'net. The metal and plastic parts look quite durable. One reviewer complained about the mini-DVD. That reviewer might have tried to play it in his DVD player. I have a cheap player and it played the mini DVD just fine.

UPDATE: They replaced it via amazon for free. It's now on my door again, and hopefully it will last longer. This time I'm not using the little clip they provided: I'm not sure what it does, and I'm suspicious that it caused the damage to the cord.

UPDATE: One of the bands broke again, after only a couple uses. We returned it for a partial refund. They withheld a certain amount (miscellaneous charges). I went and got a Weider X-Factor instead, which uses tubing instead of bungee cords. I will review the X-Factor after I use it awhile.

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Unique home gym unit that attaches to most any size door. Adjustable bungee cords allow for a wide range of exercises for the upper and lower body. Instructional DVD with various exercises is included.

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