For thin and weak molding, which one is better? I'm trying to decide between Iron Gym TUBWB, Maximum Fitness Gear version, and the standard Iron Gym Pull Up Bar?
1821897
I would recommend the IRON GYM XTREME it's a bit larger and with the Extra Hand Grips it holds you out from the Door Frame a bit more resulting in more grip by the Iron Gym on the door frame contact points. It's selling for $25 at WalMart wth 97 cent shipping right now. It feels so solid you won't worry about falling.
808360
Well if you're like me and you attend school and work and most likely don't have much time to visit a gym, then I think the Bowflex home-gym will sufficeI like that it uses a resistance mechanism as opposed to just dead weight lifting.Keep in mind you'll need a partner to assemble the machine.Hope that helps man.
2016008
I would definitely go with the pull through... It's more efficient, less hassle, rods can bend and warp really a pain... Pull throughs often boast extremely fast cleaning( 1swipe and done ) which is true, but I always do a couple passes to be on the safe side.
1667636
This one has no "pull up bar," and only 4 cables, but on quick look, the Reformer Plus is much more compact at about half the length, lighter weight, less sturdy, and closer to the floor. The Pro XP 556 is elevated, takes up a TON of space and is a very heavy-duty piece of equipment. So it depends what you're looking for -- if you are shorter, and want something compact and easy to store away, don't get the 556. If you are taller or just want a higher quality piece that can stay out and take up a lot of space, the 556 is a good product for you. Also, I don't see the rebounder being very useful with something as short as the Reformer Plus 5 Cord. For rebounding, even the 556 feels a little short (and I'm only 5'3", btw).
971245
I had a Total Gym 1000 a few years ago. It folded up but it was a bit of a job (I'm 6', 205 & fairly strong.) This product seems slightly heavier than the current Total Gyms in this price range, but is half the cost. If you can afford the price difference maybe you should go with what you know. When you get used to either and in decent shape I bet either will be a snap. I think I'm going to try the Weider.
272596
Personally, I would suggest getting a cheapy one from a sporting goods store to start with. Use it for a couple weeks and then get the trainer. I wouldn't waste my money on an extremely easy CoC gripper when you can progress so quickly.
2253527
I don't know. I didn't check on any of the details for the chin-up bar being how I'm substituting it with resistance bands. Sorry.
1787457
I'm very interested in this set as I used to lift weights years ago but I may not be as dedicated as I once was so I can't see springing for an Olympic bar that will cost just about half of what the entire setup cost. To those who checked out Gold's Gym website and viewed the pdf manual, it clearly says that you have a choice of making the squat rack fit shorter and Olympic bars. I just wanted to be as sure as possible before I made this purchase. I just may go ahead and get this but order the 7' standard bar.Thanks for all your input with my questions.
682681
I highly recommend using a pull up bar (you can get one from Wal-Mart or Dick's) but if you don't want to use one just be sure you have a couple different strength resistance bands and some hand weights.
808357
Hi Ryan ....I personally prefer the bowflex...ten years we stored one of our kids bowflex so I started using it.....three years later he took it...I really missed it as it toned muscles and strengthened them....since then we've had the total gym and have done crossfit.....went back to the bowflex and am very happy we did.....the combination of the power rods (210lbs) gives me all the resistance I need for muscle strength and toning .....I also like the idea that I can exercise on my time....I would recommend this for building muscles and toning...HAPPY EXERCISING!
1240361
I think you could actually make some, I have been thinking about it myself. I was on the total gym website and I like the new handles they have as well. I also like the foot bar they have which is taller than the thing that comes with the total body works. I showed it to my husband and he is going to make me a similar one, seems pretty simple if you can weld or bend metal tubing. It would be nice if they offer accessories like that, but I think for now it would be pretty easy to make your own.
533707
I had the doorway pull up bar first for several months. Since having the power tower I would not go back to using the doorway bar. The pull ups feel more natural. To me anyways I love it. Its sturdy but keep in mind it all depends how clean your pull ups are. If your kipping (jerking your body) then it will wiggle around on you.
61617
I've never thought about that. I think the biggest thing for you to look at is the weight capacity of the resistance bands amd the elasticity of them. This pullup assist are fairly flexible and the individual bands are designed to work together for beter leverage and support. However, if you feel you are able to use resistance bands w/o injury or breakage then save you money and go with what you own. I would use a lower resistance level so you rely more on your own body and adjust the straps' lengths as you get better.
1081387
No the bar is built into the Smith machine, and is about 20 pounds lighter than the standard Olympic bar. You should adjust your routine for the 20lb difference
1372825
I'd call them (Powerhooks). They have gym grade Powerhooks too for a few bucks more. I know they have done contests w/ 150+ lb dumbbells.
1508667
No. I have both the smooth and threaded barfells, so I needed both types. My curl barbell is short and smooth. I like because it is so simple to change the plates. But I don't trust pinch and slip on collars for my standard size barbell, which I use for squats and bench presses. Hope this helps.
592956
You'd have to call them and ask. I've thought of it myself when I bought it, and it has holes for a second one, at least mine does. I was going to see if they'd send a new chin up bar if I claimed the one I had was warped, but after I got it I didn't find it necessary, and the one that's there I occasionally bang my head on when racking and unracking a squat, so it'd be an issue every time you got into the rack even for average height. The overall structure of the unit is pretty good without an extra chin up bar. I've had 500lbs racked without problem, and I've also done dips with my 330lb body on it by placing two barbells across the safety pins with no complaints, I've also turned the existing chin bar there into an adjustable lat/ab/tricept pull down cable machine by attaching pulleys to it. No complaints whatsoever. As long as you dont do plank pullup side twists with the bar, which would be hard to do with the rack, it will hold.