Comments on: Bowflex Revolution http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/ Gadgets, gear and computer hardware. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 02:21:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.3 By: George Grauvickel http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-946232 George Grauvickel Fri, 07 Nov 2008 15:16:00 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-946232 If you're a professional body builder or your aspire to be, this machine is not for you. If, on the other hand, you want to stay in shape and add definition to your physic than this machine is highly recommended. I too used to work out with free weights from the time that I was a teenager but due to increased joint pain, I purchased a Bowflex. Although I agree with some of the negative aspects of the machine that have been mentioned, all-in-all the Bowflex isn't bad;I have no more joint pain. If you’re a professional body builder or your aspire to be, this machine is not for you. If, on the other hand, you want to stay in shape and add definition to your physic than this machine is highly recommended. I too used to work out with free weights from the time that I was a teenager but due to increased joint pain, I purchased a Bowflex. Although I agree with some of the negative aspects of the machine that have been mentioned, all-in-all the Bowflex isn’t bad;I have no more joint pain.

]]> By: Mark http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-935148 Mark Fri, 03 Oct 2008 01:22:49 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-935148 I purchased a bowfles ultimate in 2004. The sales person told me that I could trade the machine in for $1000 towards a new machine in the future. I recently tried to do so and get this newer machine and I was told Bow Flex does nor do that any more. And they claim the sales person did not tell me this. Well he certainly did. Has anyone else had an experiance like this. Was anyone else told they could trade up and get $1000 from the sales personel at Bow Flex? Let me know at mark@haydead.com Thanks. I purchased a bowfles ultimate in 2004. The sales person told me that I could trade the machine in for $1000 towards a new machine in the future.
I recently tried to do so and get this newer machine and I was told Bow Flex does nor do that any more. And they claim the sales person did not tell me this.
Well he certainly did.
Has anyone else had an experiance like this. Was anyone else told they could trade up and get $1000 from the sales personel at Bow Flex? Let me know at mark@haydead.com

Thanks.

]]> By: Greg http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-898368 Greg Sun, 14 Sep 2008 19:14:55 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-898368 I am interested in anyone who has used the power rod version vs. the revolution. If buying a new machine, which would you purchase. I have had the power rod version and after 10 years gave it to my brother who loves it. Now I am interested in a newer power rod version or the revolution. Thanks I am interested in anyone who has used the power rod version vs. the revolution. If buying a new machine, which would you purchase. I have had the power rod version and after 10 years gave it to my brother who loves it. Now I am interested in a newer power rod version or the revolution. Thanks

]]> By: bj buck http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-877661 bj buck Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:14:10 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-877661 hi mi 15 i just bought a bowflex revolution and bowflex 1090dumbells im pretty fit should i do 3days a week bowflex revolution and 3 days a week free weights i mean i want to get big an tone P.S it hasnt arrived yet so i can say how i like it . THANKS hi mi 15 i just bought a bowflex revolution and bowflex 1090dumbells im pretty fit should i do 3days a week bowflex revolution and 3 days a week free weights i mean i want to get big an tone
P.S it hasnt arrived yet so i can say how i like it .
THANKS

]]> By: oc_ny http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-796489 oc_ny Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:19:48 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-796489 Our lifestyle is quite busy at home, leaving very little time to travel and workout in a gym. After several years of a gym membership and only making it there about half of a year each year, sacrificing time with the family and pets, and the price of fuel, I finally had it and started researching options for working out at home. In the end, I set my sights on the Bowflex Ultimate 2, but after speaking with a Nautilus fitness consultant, I researched the Revolution and decided on it instead due to a more linear, consistent resistance it promised. I didn't like the high price tag ($2799 + $199 S&H + tax) despite having a 10-yr warranty. The consultant said they offer the 10-yr warranty mostly for customers who have multiple people working on the machine most days of the week; for average customers (1-3 people at home), this will outlast them. Despite some discounts and monthly payment plan, it came down to buying it used (local pick up), refurbished (Overstock), or new (Bowflex, eBay, etc.). With some unexpected expenses during this same time, I decided against buying it from Bowflex because of the total cost and wanted to save that money for other things (i.e. paying for the unexpected expenses). After a month of using the Revolution, I came to a couple of early conclusions (mind you, these are just my conclusions and don't represent anyone else's as some may be happier while some are more disappointed): Positive: + solid construction, very good engineering, great installation instructions + wide range of excercises and variations, so you'll never get bored with a routine + lots of resistance (*) even without the 80-lb plate upgrade + quite operation (good for night time workouts) + workout DVD is excellent + beautiful piece of equipment, not an eyesore, wife likes it Negative: - bench is wobbly when in flat position (i.e. try holding onto the bench while doing leg curls... it'll lift up a bit) - getting into a seated upper body workout position while facing away from the engine requires reaching behind and curling the handles to your torso, a huge potential for injury when loading up the plates (bad starting angle/position) - leg press is a complete disappointment (fully loaded 300-lb resistance plates which are supposed to double for the leg press does NOT feel like 600-lbs; I can only press 325 in the gym, and with the Revolution I can press all "600" lbs -- feels like less than 300 lbs honestly) - requires an extra 3-4 feet in length and width of the workout area to comfortably walk around, change plate configurations, do some workouts on the side of the bench (i.e. kneeling high-to-low trunk rotation) without hitting the walls or someone else - optional accessories like the mat and rack should be made standard equipment (you need a mat to protect your floor, and the rack keeps the attachments & plates off the floor), but of course this is about making money... and accessories are big money makers This machine is proving to be a worthwhile investment, especially if you can buy it from a local seller (check craigslist or eBay) for half the price. You won't be sorry, and once you see the quality of the machine, you'll feel better about not having the 10-yr warranty. As with any fitness equipment, it's better to be able to try it before you buy it, but in my opinion I would discourage one from doing the 6-week trail period from Bowflex because of 2 reasons: 1) if you work out correctly and religiously for 6 weeks, you WILL see results, so why even bother with the trial period... investment in a home gym is a commitment and a lifestyle; 2) once you assemble this thing, I challenge you to disassemble it, repackage and rebox each piece (assuming the boxes & styrofoam are still in decent shape), and eat the cost of shipping -- most people will say it's not worth the trouble or their time. Our lifestyle is quite busy at home, leaving very little time to travel and workout in a gym. After several years of a gym membership and only making it there about half of a year each year, sacrificing time with the family and pets, and the price of fuel, I finally had it and started researching options for working out at home. In the end, I set my sights on the Bowflex Ultimate 2, but after speaking with a Nautilus fitness consultant, I researched the Revolution and decided on it instead due to a more linear, consistent resistance it promised.

I didn’t like the high price tag ($2799 + $199 S&H + tax) despite having a 10-yr warranty. The consultant said they offer the 10-yr warranty mostly for customers who have multiple people working on the machine most days of the week; for average customers (1-3 people at home), this will outlast them. Despite some discounts and monthly payment plan, it came down to buying it used (local pick up), refurbished (Overstock), or new (Bowflex, eBay, etc.). With some unexpected expenses during this same time, I decided against buying it from Bowflex because of the total cost and wanted to save that money for other things (i.e. paying for the unexpected expenses).

After a month of using the Revolution, I came to a couple of early conclusions (mind you, these are just my conclusions and don’t represent anyone else’s as some may be happier while some are more disappointed):

Positive:
+ solid construction, very good engineering, great installation instructions
+ wide range of excercises and variations, so you’ll never get bored with a routine
+ lots of resistance (*) even without the 80-lb plate upgrade
+ quite operation (good for night time workouts)
+ workout DVD is excellent
+ beautiful piece of equipment, not an eyesore, wife likes it

Negative:
- bench is wobbly when in flat position (i.e. try holding onto the bench while doing leg curls… it’ll lift up a bit)
- getting into a seated upper body workout position while facing away from the engine requires reaching behind and curling the handles to your torso, a huge potential for injury when loading up the plates (bad starting angle/position)
- leg press is a complete disappointment (fully loaded 300-lb resistance plates which are supposed to double for the leg press does NOT feel like 600-lbs; I can only press 325 in the gym, and with the Revolution I can press all “600″ lbs — feels like less than 300 lbs honestly)
- requires an extra 3-4 feet in length and width of the workout area to comfortably walk around, change plate configurations, do some workouts on the side of the bench (i.e. kneeling high-to-low trunk rotation) without hitting the walls or someone else
- optional accessories like the mat and rack should be made standard equipment (you need a mat to protect your floor, and the rack keeps the attachments & plates off the floor), but of course this is about making money… and accessories are big money makers

This machine is proving to be a worthwhile investment, especially if you can buy it from a local seller (check craigslist or eBay) for half the price. You won’t be sorry, and once you see the quality of the machine, you’ll feel better about not having the 10-yr warranty. As with any fitness equipment, it’s better to be able to try it before you buy it, but in my opinion I would discourage one from doing the 6-week trail period from Bowflex because of 2 reasons:
1) if you work out correctly and religiously for 6 weeks, you WILL see results, so why even bother with the trial period… investment in a home gym is a commitment and a lifestyle;
2) once you assemble this thing, I challenge you to disassemble it, repackage and rebox each piece (assuming the boxes & styrofoam are still in decent shape), and eat the cost of shipping — most people will say it’s not worth the trouble or their time.

]]> By: Andy H http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-759666 Andy H Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:33:50 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-759666 LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT! For me getting to the gym after getting home from a long day in a patrol car is tough. With the BF Revolution I can work out whenever I want, its quick and thorough! Im getting the same workout I got at the gym, without the travel time. Im 6'0" and I fit perfectly. My wife is 5'4" and she has no problems either. We bought our machine used from an online auction site which had local pickup. So for us the machine was priced at 50% the MSRP. You WILL NOT be disappointed in this machine. LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT! For me getting to the gym after getting home from a long day in a patrol car is tough. With the BF Revolution I can work out whenever I want, its quick and thorough! Im getting the same workout I got at the gym, without the travel time. Im 6′0″ and I fit perfectly. My wife is 5′4″ and she has no problems either. We bought our machine used from an online auction site which had local pickup. So for us the machine was priced at 50% the MSRP. You WILL NOT be disappointed in this machine.

]]> By: Nick http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-669125 Nick Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:24:29 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-669125 Wow! Some of these people must not know how to workout or they're possibly using the Bowflex Revolution incorrectly. I have had the BF Revolution for well over a year now and I LOVE IT! I am 47-years old and I have tried everything under the sun. Most machines are shaky, and/or, you can't get a smooth consistent range of motion. I am just over 6-feet tall and the bowflex allows me a full range of motion on all exercises including the wonderful leg press. There is an adjustment on the bar under the seating area to change the distance the seat will travel during the leg press. Once I adjusted it, which only takes a second or two, the range of motion was perfect. My wife and I use the machine together and I change it back for her between sets. Very easy to do...no problems! The Bowflex is the smoothest operating exercise machine I have ever used except for the Nautalis equipment I've used at the gym. This is very, very sturdy and is probably why the machine costs so much. I've purchased other equipment at much cheaper prices but "You get what you pay for!" High quality is going to cost more than something flimsy. The number of exercises is really limited only to your imagination. If you've ever had an injury and needed rehab, this machine is fantastic. If I ran a physical therapy clinic I would definitely use this machine. You can hit muscles from just about any angle you wish or need to. If you are looking for variation in an exercise to ensure you work the entire muscle you can easily accomplish that with the Bowflex Revolution. My brother has the Bowflex with the power bars or whatever they're called. This is way, way better. He wishes he had the Revolution now after trying mine. I truely cannot say enough good things about the Bowflex Revolution, and the company. I also received my 5-boxes with a few holes. (No damage to the machine though). I was missing a bag with straps and called the company. They sent the strapps to me by way of over-night delivery. I got the straps the next day! Very good customer service. I'm impressed. I wish other companies made their stuff (cameras, tv's, xbox...), as well as the Bowflex and I wish their customer service was as good too! I'd buy it again with no reservations. Oh yeah, I'm also glad I got the one with the sliding seat. The smaller one doesn't seem to have a leg press and I think you need to wear a harness and do deep knee bend like a squat. That would not be good for my back or knees. Good luck... Wow! Some of these people must not know how to workout or they’re possibly using the Bowflex Revolution incorrectly. I have had the BF Revolution for well over a year now and I LOVE IT! I am 47-years old and I have tried everything under the sun. Most machines are shaky, and/or, you can’t get a smooth consistent range of motion. I am just over 6-feet tall and the bowflex allows me a full range of motion on all exercises including the wonderful leg press. There is an adjustment on the bar under the seating area to change the distance the seat will travel during the leg press. Once I adjusted it, which only takes a second or two, the range of motion was perfect. My wife and I use the machine together and I change it back for her between sets. Very easy to do…no problems! The Bowflex is the smoothest operating exercise machine I have ever used except for the Nautalis equipment I’ve used at the gym. This is very, very sturdy and is probably why the machine costs so much. I’ve purchased other equipment at much cheaper prices but “You get what you pay for!” High quality is going to cost more than something flimsy. The number of exercises is really limited only to your imagination. If you’ve ever had an injury and needed rehab, this machine is fantastic. If I ran a physical therapy clinic I would definitely use this machine. You can hit muscles from just about any angle you wish or need to. If you are looking for variation in an exercise to ensure you work the entire muscle you can easily accomplish that with the Bowflex Revolution. My brother has the Bowflex with the power bars or whatever they’re called. This is way, way better. He wishes he had the Revolution now after trying mine. I truely cannot say enough good things about the Bowflex Revolution, and the company. I also received my 5-boxes with a few holes. (No damage to the machine though). I was missing a bag with straps and called the company. They sent the strapps to me by way of over-night delivery. I got the straps the next day! Very good customer service. I’m impressed. I wish other companies made their stuff (cameras, tv’s, xbox…), as well as the Bowflex and I wish their customer service was as good too! I’d buy it again with no reservations. Oh yeah, I’m also glad I got the one with the sliding seat. The smaller one doesn’t seem to have a leg press and I think you need to wear a harness and do deep knee bend like a squat. That would not be good for my back or knees. Good luck…

]]> By: Stephen http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-657723 Stephen Tue, 15 Apr 2008 17:34:04 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-657723 I have used the BowFlex revolution with about 80lbs on both sides, equaling a total "bench" weight of 160. In order to get to the correct position you can try to curl the weight like they do in the DVD video, or you can try to get into position prior, by attempting a chest fly first. I have found attempting a chest fly to get my arms into position helps out more than trying to curl 125 lbs ;). If you really are into free weights though BowFlex has an interesting free weight system that you should really look into. Check it out on their home page. I have used the BowFlex revolution with about 80lbs on both sides, equaling a total “bench” weight of 160. In order to get to the correct position you can try to curl the weight like they do in the DVD video, or you can try to get into position prior, by attempting a chest fly first. I have found attempting a chest fly to get my arms into position helps out more than trying to curl 125 lbs ;). If you really are into free weights though BowFlex has an interesting free weight system that you should really look into. Check it out on their home page.

]]> By: Bowflexbuff http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-622787 Bowflexbuff Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:46:01 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-622787 I just got myself into home-based business and am looking for home gym equipment. Thanks for the review, I'm 6'2" so I'm not sure if this is Bowflex Revolution is still gonna be good for me. I just got myself into home-based business and am looking for home gym equipment. Thanks for the review, I’m 6′2″ so I’m not sure if this is Bowflex Revolution is still gonna be good for me.

]]> By: Wish http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-619728 Wish Fri, 21 Mar 2008 02:57:28 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-619728 Well I have had mine for almost a year. I was getting out of shape and there is no gym close enough to me to take the time to drive there. Before I started getting outta shape I was a hard core workout head. I've tried many machines and of course free weights. Overall, the Revolution is the best all round machine I have ever used. When you first try it you soon discover that some of the workouts feel odd or not even worth doing. Like some guy complained about the preacher curl feeling weird. I felt the same when I first tried it. Almost gave up on that workout till I changed the setting around (hight of the preacher bench vs hight of the adjustable bar) till it felt good. That is the whole thing... there are many adjustments so it takes some time to figure it out. Some workouts just don't feel good no matter what I do but I don't mind cause there are so many other workouts that hit the muscle that one not working for my size doesn't bother me. (I am six foot) I am a mechanic by trade and I know a well made machine when I see one. For the most part I am very impressed at the quality of this machine. (more then I can say for the cars we all drive) They put a ten year warranty on this cause they designed it to last that long. My friend, who works out like a mad man, wishes he hadn't already bought all his free weights cause he thinks this is better and it takes up less room. You just need to use a bit of imagination and keep trying different things to unlock this beast. I still find new workouts to do. A great machine that NASA should feel great about inventing. It works great in space and great on earth. (but who cares about space hehe) I can write more but I think you get my point. PS I also made a bunch of custom parts that you can attach to the machine... maby I should sell them to bowflex ;-) It's great to work at a place that you can do metal work in. Well I have had mine for almost a year. I was getting out of shape and there is no gym close enough to me to take the time to drive there. Before I started getting outta shape I was a hard core workout head. I’ve tried many machines and of course free weights. Overall, the Revolution is the best all round machine I have ever used. When you first try it you soon discover that some of the workouts feel odd or not even worth doing. Like some guy complained about the preacher curl feeling weird. I felt the same when I first tried it. Almost gave up on that workout till I changed the setting around (hight of the preacher bench vs hight of the adjustable bar) till it felt good. That is the whole thing… there are many adjustments so it takes some time to figure it out. Some workouts just don’t feel good no matter what I do but I don’t mind cause there are so many other workouts that hit the muscle that one not working for my size doesn’t bother me. (I am six foot) I am a mechanic by trade and I know a well made machine when I see one. For the most part I am very impressed at the quality of this machine. (more then I can say for the cars we all drive) They put a ten year warranty on this cause they designed it to last that long. My friend, who works out like a mad man, wishes he hadn’t already bought all his free weights cause he thinks this is better and it takes up less room. You just need to use a bit of imagination and keep trying different things to unlock this beast. I still find new workouts to do. A great machine that NASA should feel great about inventing. It works great in space and great on earth. (but who cares about space hehe) I can write more but I think you get my point.

PS I also made a bunch of custom parts that you can attach to the machine… maby I should sell them to bowflex ;-) It’s great to work at a place that you can do metal work in.

]]> By: Chuck http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-616309 Chuck Sat, 15 Mar 2008 23:02:09 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-616309 After many years with free weights at home and in the gym, I need to replace my system at home and I am considering the Revolution. However, the method for getting in position for the bench press bothers me. It seems to be injury prone. Bowflex shows a clip wherein one must reach back one arm at a time to grip the handles. You are to curl and pull in to set yourself before the lift. If you are using very light weight, okay, but if you are pushing 250 and up how is it one can curl and pull in that amount without injury before the lift even starts? After many years with free weights at home and in the gym, I need to replace my system at home and I am considering the Revolution. However, the method for getting in position for the bench press bothers me. It seems to be injury prone. Bowflex shows a clip wherein one must reach back one arm at a time to grip the handles. You are to curl and pull in to set yourself before the lift. If you are using very light weight, okay, but if you are pushing 250 and up how is it one can curl and pull in that amount without injury before the lift even starts?

]]> By: mark http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-579397 mark Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:43:48 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-579397 I bought a "Bowflex Revolution" about 6 months ago. I'm apprx. 5'8", free-weight trained, serious athlete. I like my machine....I don't LOVE it. It can be challenging, takes the place (and room!) of a lot of free weights and other machines. I have always enjoyed trying to create new exercise routines and techniques, and the "Revolution" is perfect for that. I will say the machine is quite obviously geared toward the bench press, leg press, and leg extension. Other exercises kinda feel like a compromise. Yes, it's an awful lot of money. Mine came in perfect shape, went together in less than an hour, and is quality throughout. I plan on keeping it a l-o-n-g time, so the cost is spread out (if that makes you feel better) I bought a “Bowflex Revolution” about 6 months ago. I’m apprx. 5′8″, free-weight trained, serious athlete. I like my machine….I don’t LOVE it. It can be challenging, takes the place (and room!) of a lot of free weights and other machines. I have always enjoyed trying to create new exercise routines and techniques, and the “Revolution” is perfect for that. I will say the machine is quite obviously geared toward the bench press, leg press, and leg extension. Other exercises kinda feel like a compromise.
Yes, it’s an awful lot of money. Mine came in perfect shape, went together in less than an hour, and is quality throughout. I plan on keeping it a l-o-n-g time, so the cost is spread out (if that makes you feel better)

]]> By: craig http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-535923 craig Sat, 08 Dec 2007 07:04:37 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-535923 I cant say enough about the revolution. Whats this rant ken is saying he thinks he is so smart pretty funny. This machine is just like every other single thing out there. Its not for everyone everyone has there own personal taste. This machine however should appeal for a lot of people.I don't see meat heads that want to look bulky liking this machine. I mean a smart person would realize most people most girls do not like bulky they like riped. This machine is so smooth every motion you do and you feel so safe to push it to. 100 percent happy i bought one This is going to transform my body in most definitely. I cant say enough about the revolution. Whats this rant ken is saying he thinks he is so smart pretty funny. This machine is just like every other single thing out there. Its not for everyone everyone has there own personal taste. This machine however should appeal for a lot of people.I don’t see meat heads that want to look bulky liking this machine. I mean a smart person would realize most people most girls do not like bulky they like riped. This machine is so smooth every motion you do and you feel so safe to push it to. 100 percent happy i bought one This is going to transform my body in most definitely.

]]> By: ken http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-533884 ken Wed, 05 Dec 2007 19:17:33 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-533884 The whole idea of not having a bar to lift/move resistance is that it forces you to utilize your so-called "stabilizer muscles" inorder to lift/move the resistance/"weight." You thus fatique muscles which you might not normally with bar set ups. Additionally, NOT having a bar does not allow you to isolate muscle groups, as the whole idea is to work your ENTIRE body to failure to see significant gains (isolation workouts won't cut it). This why most fitness experts currently propose whole body as opposed to limited body (lower body vs upper body) routines. Likewise, as stated, your muscles know absolutely nothing about the writing on a plate, and could care less. If the resistance is enough to fatigue the muscles, hypertrophy will occur (barring diet and genetic considerations). It's that simple. The whole idea of not having a bar to lift/move resistance is that it forces you to utilize your so-called “stabilizer muscles” inorder to lift/move the resistance/”weight.” You thus fatique muscles which you might not normally with bar set ups. Additionally, NOT having a bar does not allow you to isolate muscle groups, as the whole idea is to work your ENTIRE body to failure to see significant gains (isolation workouts won’t cut it). This why most fitness experts currently propose whole body as opposed to limited body (lower body vs upper body) routines.

Likewise, as stated, your muscles know absolutely nothing about the writing on a plate, and could care less. If the resistance is enough to fatigue the muscles, hypertrophy will occur (barring diet and genetic considerations). It’s that simple.

]]> By: craig http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-532882 craig Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:48:00 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-532882 I really dont think this Blake Robinson Knows what he is talking about. I really dont think this Blake Robinson Knows what he is talking about.

]]> By: craig http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-528070 craig Wed, 21 Nov 2007 19:41:13 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-528070 I think the bowflex power rod machines like ultimate 2 are really good if you understand how to use them. Today I'm going to a fitness store to test out the bowflex revolution so i will be back to say what i thought about it. I think the bowflex power rod machines like ultimate 2 are really good if you understand how to use them. Today I’m going to a fitness store to test out the bowflex revolution so i will be back to say what i thought about it.

]]> By: craig http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-528069 craig Wed, 21 Nov 2007 19:37:50 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-528069 “Since it’s really just resistance, you’re not getting a workout as specific as you would from free weights, He clearly does not know much about weight training. Resistance training is the best kinda training for your body. Its really safe as well and thats a bonus. “Since it’s really just resistance, you’re not getting a workout as specific as you would from free weights,

He clearly does not know much about weight training. Resistance training is the best kinda training for your body. Its really safe as well and thats a bonus.

]]> By: Danny http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-500164 Danny Sun, 28 Oct 2007 14:00:00 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-500164 Hey Joseph. Would that "stringy thingy" happen to be the internal resistance straps? (the yellow thingies). The little knobs at the bottom of the base unit on either side can be pulled out slightly and rotated to loosen or tighten those straps. There's plenty of slack to loosen it up. This in turn will loosen everything else up if its in a bind. I love this machine. I work out with both free weights and this unit. I switch off and on trying to keep my routine non-repetitive. While there are some drawbacks (as every other machine), it overall does exactly what its supposed to do. And for those who are complaining, 400 lbs. is not really 400 lbs., so what? I've yet to use any cable machine that was really the resistance it claims on the plates,power rods, etc. The point is simply push yourself hard. Yes, its hard to max out with what comes with the set, but I purchased the additional plates and now I get plenty of resistance. I never understood the idea of having to match what's marked on a plate to real plates. Who cares? Just add more until you fatigue. That's the whole point. Your muscles aren't going to complain that the writing on the plates are incorrect. Overall, I love this machine. Worth the buy. Hey Joseph. Would that “stringy thingy” happen to be the internal resistance straps? (the yellow thingies). The little knobs at the bottom of the base unit on either side can be pulled out slightly and rotated to loosen or tighten those straps. There’s plenty of slack to loosen it up. This in turn will loosen everything else up if its in a bind.

I love this machine. I work out with both free weights and this unit. I switch off and on trying to keep my routine non-repetitive. While there are some drawbacks (as every other machine), it overall does exactly what its supposed to do. And for those who are complaining, 400 lbs. is not really 400 lbs., so what? I’ve yet to use any cable machine that was really the resistance it claims on the plates,power rods, etc. The point is simply push yourself hard. Yes, its hard to max out with what comes with the set, but I purchased the additional plates and now I get plenty of resistance. I never understood the idea of having to match what’s marked on a plate to real plates. Who cares? Just add more until you fatigue. That’s the whole point. Your muscles aren’t going to complain that the writing on the plates are incorrect.

Overall, I love this machine. Worth the buy.

]]> By: Porfie http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-482342 Porfie Wed, 17 Oct 2007 04:10:23 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-482342 How long have I worked for bowflex hmmm lol. Thanks for the compliment I would not mind working for them though. I review a lot of stuff so sorry if I came across as a bowflex worker. I am just a customer who is pleased with the bowflex nothing more than that. You can check out my reviews to see what I say is true. http://www.amazon.com/gp/pdp/profile/AIRHRV3D8X4J1 How long have I worked for bowflex hmmm lol. Thanks for the compliment I would not mind working for them though. I review a lot of stuff so sorry if I came across as a bowflex worker. I am just a customer who is pleased with the bowflex nothing more than that. You can check out my reviews to see what I say is true.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/pdp/profile/AIRHRV3D8X4J1

]]> By: Mike http://www.crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-474279 Mike Tue, 09 Oct 2007 15:25:31 +0000 http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/19/bowflex-revolution/#comment-474279 Porfie - C'mon - how long have you worked for Bowflex? Porfie - C’mon - how long have you worked for Bowflex?

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