What are the upper handles used for - does not feel very comfortable for a curl of any kind?
1989613
It is not for curls. It is used for machine row (seated row variation) for the back and biceps. The pad is placed flat so it is out of the way for the movement
1989614
So it really is a goofy design but one good use ive found for them was a seated row.
1989615
Youtube video titled 2011 Official Powertec Workbench Machine Accessories Promo shows a brief glimpse of the row exercise
1724027
You are right - no instructions were sent and I even checked with my hairdresser and she could not help. I only used it as a curling brush and it barely was hot enough to curl. I consider it a loss. Sorry I can't help.
649951
You are not doing anything wrong:) It's because that is how the hair is setting. The heat molds the hair into the curl shape, unfortunately, the clip will also mold the hair....try putting the "long" side of the clip on the top of the curler instead of the short side.
1722902
It is effective for some lifts. However it restricts movement and slips up my forearm with deep elbow flexion moves.
856377
I also had trouble initially, this is what worked for me... Hold the spring handles between thumb and index finger, the spring itself will work in different configurations; you can roll it almost completely without a curve, I'll call this "straight" it will curve down at the handles where you are gripping them, and using light pressure against the skin roll slowly up twisting the handle with your thumbs in an upward motion while your index finger rolls the handle down. I did not find it necessary to roll back and forth while in contact with your skin, you will, however, find yourself rolling back a little just to reposition your fingers on the handle as you move up the face. I suggest you start with short upwards moves so you can feel the extraction of the hair and this will tell you if you are manipulating the tool accurately. The hair on the face can grow in many directions, so sometimes the spring in a straight form is better and other times a U curve will be more effective, the U curve can be varied to access the area you are working on. Puffing out the cheeks can help as can puffing out the lip area. Don't give up, it DOES work. After you get the hang of it you will find that you can vary the pressure and still pull out unwanted hair.
671188
There is no adjustment for that exercise, but if you slide your arm down you surely can do finger curls. I just tried it. Happy exercising, and thanks for the suggestion, my fingers and grip love you for it!
270364
I personally use the large handles to slowly pull myself up to level, then you sit up from there. I would recommend finding a similar unit to try out before you buy to make sure it's right for you.
1027446
It's circumference, I found it difficult to use there is no grip to hold your hair when curling.
1545969
You can do wrist curls without the blocks getting in the way. Also, with something like tricep extensions, you just hold the out side of the block instead of by the inner handle. There have only been a couple of things that have been a little awkward for me, but I just adjust the way I'm holding them a little bit and they work just fine.
2262958
You have to push them forward towards your head as much as possible. I have also had to use a wide u metal clip from another set plus the roller clip to hold the roller at my crown. I love that the rollers give long soft curl but a better clip securing the roller would be an improvement.
1272771
All I can say is the hair can be curled, probably not as tight. I bought this for braiding and installing extensions not for curling
1690251
If you mean the black bars that look like hooks, I use them to place my elbows when I am grabbing the red foam part of the product. This allows me to get the crunch squeeze by rolling towards my feet. Basically, I use them as forearm rests. I think it is just a matter of whether you grab the red foam in a narrow grip, lifting your arms up, or whether you lean your arms on the curved portion. Probably just a matter of what feels comfortable?
491159
using a curl bar on a bench press creates less stress on the wrist, especially if u r using a preacher curl bench
1937990
Sorry...I don't know. I do know that my hair is very hard to curl, but the Ogilvie permanent has worked for many years.
376500
I don't find them uncomfortable to hold. Some of the handle edges may rub you roughly if you rub your hand or fingers at precisely the right angle. It is extremely difficult to do unless you are actively trying to hurt yourself.
533879
I haven't try to curl. Just to straight my hair. But I think is not possible because is wide, maybe if you have long hair. Mine is short.
961789
I mostly use this to straighten my hair, however you can kinda bump the ends of your hair to curl it under a bit. The curling irons work better for curls in my opinion.