I want to buy a bench that I can do sit ups on as well. Is this the bench for me?
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Jordan J. - Yes you can do sit-ups on this bench once you TOTALLY assemble it. Upon receipt of this "bench" I was surprised and disappointed to find it was a KIT which required total assembly with over fifty (50) pieces of hardware.
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If you are short, yes. It is very short and wobbles because of the weak connections to the base. This bench is not good for what it was made for. If there is anything a workout bench should be it's sturdy.
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I bought one and find it great for sit ups. I like the way the back is adjustable in various positions.
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Yes you can! We love it and it's very functional. A little annoying tightening the bolts when putting it together, make sure not to strip the bolts! Otherwise a great product!
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Theoretically you could, as their are hamstring pads where you could latch onto and set the bench at a decline. Now, is that the bench's actual purpose? No, but you make use of what you have.
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I thought I'd read all the reviews, but now I have the bench, and it does not in fact decline. I don't think I'm allowed to link to other sites from the forums (for good reason), so I'll say that the website of the company is bodysolid dot com. You can find the product there, and the blurb information is different. Under "features," it only lists incline and flat.Amazon is clearly using the wrong product information. This is a very good bench, especially for the price, but it's pretty bad to advertise a feature it doesn't have. .
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Sure. Nice quality and look. I have enjoyed my bench for over a year now and it's being used every day for our shoes.
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the bench is well made but I think its a bit small. I never noticed that 250lb limit. If I had I think I would have bought something else. I am 175 and rising so I will most likely have that same issue. Buy something else, something you know won't let you down.
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I've been really happy with it but you will still need a non horrible bench.
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Honestly I didn't like the commercial bench I found on Amazon. I went to eBay and found a used flat/incline bench by cybex. Pretty stout bench. Then I found a nice used decline bench by precor on a fitness website that sells equipment from gyms that discard old equipment. Also in nice condition. Both worth great for what I need. This squat rack is ok and works. But if I had to do it all over again I would look for a small used one from a gym that is selling off its professional equipment. My two cents
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Yes but it's too awkward to use for that, in my opinion. We bought the Valor Fitness DF-1 for sit ups and decline bench pressing.
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I think it's versatile. It is wider than a bench so if you are looking for a standard bench storage you might not like it. It would be a great solution tho if you want to sit in comfort. I think Home Decorators catalog has some great shoe benches also.
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Ps. It is strong. I do upside down sit UPS. I need to wear sneakers when I hang , which adds to comfort. All in all a great purchase. Downsides... It is very heavy , and I need to open and close mine, due to vspace. Also it is not an immediate cure for my back. Bit the best choice
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I don't think it's cheap at all. When I was looking I didn't know what it was going to be like so I just went w my gut and got it. I am 350 and I sit on it with tons of crap inside and on top of it and it can support the weight. The only thing that you might not like is that the bench does NOT fully open. It opens 75% of the way. I don't mind it but I am sure someone else might. I hope this has helped!-Jay
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That's not accurate. I'm not a body builder by any stretch. I do however bench 225 in all 3 positions and this thing is sturdy. It can take a decent amount if weight. I have the leg and preacher attachment and they are nice as well. It's a really good bench for the price
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You CAN do ab exercises but I do mine on a decline bench. Everyone has their own taste/way of doing abs. I would say a 180 sit up would be for advanced builders. If you do use it for situps, do the situps FIRST before you allow yourself to decompress.
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I don't have that issue as I hang my legs over the side. I'm not sure how you like to sit on the bench but if you lose the pads then it may be uncomfortable for other benching positions. Im sure tho if you stick with this brand then you will enjoy the equipment.
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yes! I bought mine for exercises. i do a sitting exercise that uses my arms for movement, but you could do what you describe as well.
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I think so. It is a very solid and stable surface to work on. I use it as my everyday office desk top, not as a work bench, but I feel confident that this will work for you.
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I would say no unless your table is extremely low. The intent of this bench is storage.