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02-08-2006, 10:54 AM
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Fittness advise needed....
After about a year off I am looking to get back in to the weight lifting/training program again. The last equipment I had was a Gold's Gym bench with the 300lb cast iron weight set. That was good but seemed to just add bulk. I sold the system when i moved about a year ago.
Instead of the added bulk i think this time around i would like to drop weight and body fat first and then tone and gain back some mass. Joining the gym would probably be the best option, but is really out of the question right now. So I am basically looking into home systems. The platinum crossbow has a good look and concept to it, not to mention the price, but I have read up on some pretty bad reviews on it. Bad customer service, wiring problems, motors need replaced, etc. To me Bowflex seems to be the best thing on the market, just a bit more than I would like to spend. They do seem to have better warranty coverages though. I guess i was just wondering if anyone here has any input on bowflex( is it worth the $$$?) or knows of any other home gym systems out there. Thanks in advance. |
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02-08-2006, 10:56 AM
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You can get a bowflex cheaper if you feel like monitoring want ads or even ebay.
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02-08-2006, 11:00 AM
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Bowflex, or free weights. It doesn't matter.The exercises you do will determine bulk versus tone.
Increase your cardiovascular work, lower weight, and raise reps. FWIW, I've heard the Bowflex is a pretty effective home machine. |
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02-08-2006, 11:00 AM
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I don't have any experience with Bowflex because I go to the gym. My home equipment always turns into a laundry hanger and dust collector, so I have to go to the gym.
I have two friends that have the Bowflex systems and both love them. Nothing but praise from them. One of the guys got to using all the resistance for multiple reps and it broke. Bowflex sent him a new system and $5,000 for his injurys and have used him for Beta testing. |
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02-08-2006, 11:07 AM
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Haven't used the crossbow personally, but a friend bought one from another friend recently. He sold it a few months later, complaining that there wasn't enough resistance even using all the rods.
What about cardio equipment? I've seen pretty decent elliptical machines on ebay for $50-100. |
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02-08-2006, 11:12 AM
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I've got a family member who I can get a ski machine and a exc. bike for free. Just depends on the space I have this spring when I move into a different home.
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02-08-2006, 11:00 AM
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Phil,
I've thought about that. Probably voids the warranty though.
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02-08-2006, 11:41 AM
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It looks like i can't spell fittness.  
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02-08-2006, 11:46 AM
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02-08-2006, 11:49 AM
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02-08-2006, 11:01 AM
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I have been happy with my Body Solid home gym set. if you want to lose weight though, make sure to do some cardio, I prefer Elliptical Machines myself, but only go with something you will use.
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02-08-2006, 11:10 AM
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If you know you'll like a home gym and use it, then go for it. You can get started at increasing core strength and toning with a much smaller investment, though. Just get:
*A few sets of dumbbells *Inflatable Exercise Ball *Tennis shoes (for running) *Medicine Ball (optional) There's an absolute ton of stuff you can do with these few things and a few other things (benches) that you probably have sitting around your house.
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