Fitness Equipment Reviews

The Bowflex Revolution gym represents the most technologically advanced and feature packed gym Bowflex do. It’s their highest grade gym and also their best seller. With a choice of over 100 exercises available it replaces the local gym completely and brings it into the home.

Features

• Sturdy and built to last with a user capacity of 300 lbs
• Workout the whole body: upper, lower, core and abs plus get a cardio workout too
• Patented resistance technology provides consistent resistance through the entire range of motion for maximum results
• Quality durable materials and construction with the longest warranty

Bowflex Revolution Home Gym review

Bowflex have used their SpiraFlex technology in this gym which allows the resistance to be provided in a smooth way and predictable way with no loss. So the 200 lbs resistance level really is 200 lbs and it feels like it too. Even at high levels of resistance the safety is there as there are no heavy weights to move around between exercises or drop while exercising.

The massive number of exercises is possible because the arms of the gym rotate to 10 different fixed positions. So you can have them at their upright position for resistance from above which is good for pulldowns using the back or triceps. Rotate the arms slightly and you can do great fly exercises and crossovers. Both shoulder and bench presses are available as well as squats and dead lifts when the arms are at the bottom. Every exercise you can do at your local gym can be performed and more.

The gym also comes with a workout DVD and an instructional manual. This is great because it goes through all the exercises that the gym can do so if you find you want a part of your body to improve you’ll find it there. Or perhaps you want to attack a muscle from a different angle well the solution could be there.

Plus there’s a rowing machine built in for some calorie burning or more ideally some warm up or cool down exercises. If there’s anyone else in the home who wants some calorie burning then this gym is also good for them. So confident are Bowflex about this gym that they guarantee results. If after 6 weeks of using the gym you’re not completely satisfied then you can return it for a refund.

Once you are satisfied, the gym is designed to give years of trouble free performance. There’s even a 10 year warranty for piece of mind and protection. Not many items of fitness equipment can offer a warranty that long but Bowflex do due to the high quality materials and construction. Overall this is an impressive gym with impressive features that can more than satisfy any fitness and body need.

Specifications

Model: Bowflex Revolution

Warranty

Bowflex only make sturdy, long lasting gyms and they stand by this with a long warranty:

• 10 years machine limited warranty
• 10 years on weight stacks

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The Bowflex Revolution gyms are advanced total body workout gyms for the home. The Revolution XP is a vertical design which takes up very little space and can still let you perform over 90 exercises. This way you can sculpt and define different muscle groups from a variety of angles. The Revolution XP has other features:

Features

• Sturdy and built to last with a user capacity of 300 lbs
• Squat harness included allows the valuable core squat exercise to be performed (dead lifts too)
• Patented resistance technology provides consistent resistance through the entire range of motion
• Quality durable materials and construction with the longest warranty

Bowflex Revolution XP Home Gym review

The technology used in the Bowflex Revolution gyms is SpiraFlex, this is able to deliver resistance just like free weights but through a pulley system in a smooth predictable way. As you exercise there is no decrease or difference in resistance through the entire range of motion. This is effective exercising which gives the maximum results.

The large number of exercises is achievable as the arms of the gym can rotate to 10 different positions around the central axis. This means you can get a whole body workout because the angle of resistance can be adjusted to so many locations. So you get seated rows as well as back exercises. You also get fly and crossover exercises to better target certain areas of the body.

The standard resistance supplied is 200 lbs which will be enough for most however should you be able to chest press a lot or squat a heavy amount then the resistance is easily upgradeable to 280 lbs. The gym really does replace your local gym so you workout in the convenience of your own home plus it folds to take up an even smaller space when not in use.

Now the gym and it’s construction. It’s built using the highest standards of materials and components and is backed by one of the longest warranties you’ll find on fitness equipment. The warranty is 10 years which shows how confident Bowflex are about the life of their gyms. Overall we think the Bowflex Revolution is a good buy but be sure to include the lat attachment to make it the only gym you’ll ever need.

Specifications

Model: Bowflex Revolution XP

Warranty

Bowflex gyms all have long warranties and the Revolution XP is no exception:

• 10 years machine limited warranty
• 10 years on weight stacks

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The Bowflex Ultimate 2 is the most advanced and feature packed Power Rod home gym that Bowflex do. It combines all the previous models features and designs and more. It has the most amount of exercises available, the highest resistance and even a cardio workout with the included rowing machine. Plus there’s more:

Features

• Sturdy and built to last with a user capacity of 300 lbs
• Over 95 gym quality exercises working muscles from multiple angles for maximum results
• Highest possible resistance of 310 lbs upgradeable to 410 lbs
• Quality durable materials and construction with the longest warranty

Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gym review

The Ultimate 2 uses Bowflex Power Rod technology to deliver resistance during your workouts. These react exactly the same as weights do so the maximum 310 lbs resistance feels like 310 lbs. The technology does this by delivering tension which is a lot safer than a heavy weight that can easily be dropped on the floor or body part. The results you can obtain with this gym are the same if not better than other gym.

The 95+ exercises available is enormous and what’s great is these exercises are easily accessible especially with the no cable change pulley system allowing you to easily transfer between exercises with no hassle. 95 exercises also means you can target muscles very closely from different directions so you can concentrate on a particular area of the body that needs improving. Whether it’s a resisted crunch for the abs or a part of the chest that could use a decline fly, you can do it here.

Should you need any further ideas to help achieve the body you’re after there’s a DVD, workout poster and trainers manual included. All of these combined shows every exercise the gym can do so if there’s any way of targeting a muscle group in a particular way then this will tell you. You may even find exercises you hadn’t thought of that you could use in your routine. It’s a vital little tool to help you get the most from your gym.

As you can see by the specifications all the attachments you need are included with the Ultimate 2 as it’s the most advanced Power Rod gym that Bowflex do. Unlike the others there is an aerobic rowing machine built in so if you need a quick warm down or someone else in the home fancies an aerobic workout then that option is here for you.

Bowflex are so confident about this gym they guarantee you’ll see workout/fitness results within 6 weeks. If you’re not happy then return it for a refund. We also like that their confident about the build quality too because they offer a lifetime warranty on the Power Rods and 12 years on other parts. We like the Bowflex Ultimate 2 and we’re confident you will too. It’s one of their best sellers and for good reason.

Specifications

Model: Bowflex Ultimate 2

Warranty

This Bowflex gym has one of the longest warranties for fitness equipment:

• Lifetime on Power Rods
• 12 years on parts

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The Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE takes all the features from the Xtreme SE and improves on them. You get the same great floor space saving design with a vertical gym. You also get the no cable change addition which means you can easily and quickly transfer between exercises. The Xtreme 2 SE has more:

Features

• Sturdy and built to last with a user capacity of 300 lbs
• The squat station is adjustable to 4 positions and the lat station 2 giving you complete control over a variety of exercises
• Over 70+ available exercises including ab crunch shoulder harness for resisted ab exercises
• Quality durable materials and construction with a long warranty

Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym review

All Bowflex gyms use the Power Rod technology instead of weights to deliver you resistance. These rods are just as effective as other weights and are a lot safer in many ways as the resistance is delivered through a cable rather than lifting a heavy weight off the floor. The maximum resistance is 210 lbs which can be upgraded to 310 or 410 lbs.

Even though the design is upright there are a massive range of exercises you can do. The whole body gets a workout with each major and minor muscle groups getting several exercises each so you can target them in different ways and from different angles. You may prefer going for the major exercises or target core muscle groups, it’s totally up to you because it can all be done with this gym.

What’s great with a cable system is that while you can do all the exercises you could with another gym you can do more because you get to do fly and crossover exercises. For example the chest fly is a great exercise that really defines and sculpts the chest. The shoulders and back can also do fly movements and that has a big impact on the muscles you’re working.

With this gym unlike the lesser Bowflex models comes a no cable change pulley system. This is essential for any circuit training or you want you’re workouts to have an aerobic feel. This is because with this system you can go from one exercise to another immediately as nothing needs to be changed in the machine. This keeps your heart rate high and is a great variation on your workout.

A nice addition to this gym is that there is no guessing as to the range of exercises or how they can be best performed as it comes with a detailed owners/fitness manual that has detailed instructions for every exercise. You may discover ways of working a particular muscle group you hadn’t thought of or forgotten about. Overall the Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE is a great home gym, it’s space saving, works the entire body and has plenty of resistance. You can’t go wrong in our opinion.

Specifications

Model: Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE

Warranty

Bowflex have a reputation for good build quality on their home gyms. This is backed by a long warranty:

• Lifetime on Power Rods
• 7 years on parts

Click here for the Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym at the best price we’ve seen!

The Bowflex Xtreme SE is a powerhouse of a gym in a great vertical design so space saving is a real feature. It’s designed so that you can workout all muscle groups with over 65 possible exercises. It’s a popular gym with many stand out features:

Features

• Sturdy and built to last with a user capacity of 300 lbs
• Squat station so core exercises like the squat and dead lift are available
• Multiple cable and pulley positions so you have many angles of resistance
• Quality durable materials and construction with a long warranty

Bowflex Xtreme SE Home Gym review

Bowflex gyms use their Power Rod technology to give you the resistance you need to workout. These are just the same as weights on a machine or free weights only you are pushing or pulling against the tension the rods create. This can give you up to 210 lbs on the standard machine which is upgradeable to 310 or 410 lbs.

From the sitting position you can work out nearly all the major muscle groups due to the innovative design. Obviously for the squat and the dead lift you will be standing and there is a platform at the front of the unit. With regards to the particular exercises and body parts the chest gets it’s press from the seated position. A fly can also be done here as well as an incline and decline press to target different parts of the chest.

The lat station means the back can be worked on and the low pulley gets you a seated row. The lat bar is angled so the back is exercised in a more natural more effective way. The high pulley means the triceps can have their pull downs and extensions and the mid range pulley gets the biceps a range of exercises.

The legs can be worked at from a variety of angles using extensions and curls and the squat is available with a dead lift for those core muscular workouts. The abdominals can have some resistance for maximum definition which can also target the obliques too. The gym comes with a 6 week results guarantee so if you don’t see results from your workouts you can get a refund.

For a thorough explanation of all the exercises this gym can do (65+) there is an owners manual to guide you. You may even find ways of working out a muscle group you hadn’t thought of. Overall this gym can do everything you’ll need it to and what’s great is it can do it in such a compact way you’ll save space. Overall the Bowflex Xtreme SE home gym is a great all over body exercise system.

Specifications

Model: Bowflex Xtreme SE

Warranty

Bowflex have one of the longest warranties for home gyms in the industry:

• Lifetime on Power Rods
• 7 years on parts

Click here for the Bowflex Xtreme SE Home Gym at the best price we’ve seen!

The Bowflex Classic is at a great priced gym for the home. The unit is capable of giving the whole body a workout good for toning or definition and there’s a cardio rowing station built in. With fitness results guaranteed within 6 weeks the Bowflex Classic is worthy of closer inspection:

Features

• Sturdy and built to last with a user capacity of 300 lbs
• 30+ exercises to workout the whole body
• Power rod technology for safe and effective resistance for all fitness levels
• Quality durable materials and construction for long lasting use and a long warranty

Bowflex Classic Home Gym review

Bowflex gyms use Power Rod technology to replace weights and provide the resistance for your workout. They’ve grown in popularity as people have found their ease of use and the pulley system is built in such a way that you get a great range of exercises from a compact machine. The resistance is easy and safe to adjust and is just as effective as weights.

Let’s look into the actual exercises and body parts this gym can work. The chest gets a horizontal press when the bench is flat for the ultimate gym exercise. Adjust the bench and you can get a decline and incline bench press to further define the chest area.

With the resistance coming at the same angle simply sit upright on the bench for a shoulder press, stand up for a front shoulder raise. The ability to cross over the resistance gives the side of the shoulders (deltoids) their workout and more.

The back can be worked on with a seated row, then you can reach up for a lat pulldown with your grip in various positions to target different areas of the back. From here you also get a tricep pulldown and you can do a tricep extension. The biceps get their resistance with a curl and even the abdominals can have a resisted crunch to get defined abs.

The legs both front and back along with the calfs can be worked on. As you can see the gym pretty much covers every part of the body. Combine this with a cardio rowing station and this gym covers all the bases where your personal fitness is concerned. The safety of the resistance means it’s good for the whole family. Overall a good home gym.

Specifications

Model: Bowflex Classic

Warranty

Bowflex build their gyms to the highest standards. This is backed by a generous warranty:

• Lifetime on Power Rods
• 5 years on parts

Click here for the Bowflex Classic Home Gym at the best price we’ve seen!

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