Saturday, October 31, 2009

Captains of Crush Hand Gripper - No. 1.5


... Excellent product - buy it! The quality is what you'd expect from a real american product. You can get it in many different strengths. ...
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Friday, October 30, 2009

GoFit 15-Pound Red Kettlebell with Vinyl Coating, Iron Core Training DVD and Exercise Booklet


... This kettle bell is great but it only comes with a tutorial dvd that is not a work out on it's own. You will need to buy a dvd to go along with this item. ...
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Thursday, October 29, 2009

FitForm Inversion Therapy Table by Teeter


... Very solid and fun! The stretch, is very gentle however. If you're an athlete with serious spasms, it won't do much. The effect is far less impressive than the various TV ads would have you believe. ...
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Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Fitness by Cathe 10-Pound X-Vest


... The first vest I received smelled like gasoline and was terrible. I emailed Altus and they sent me a new one in a heart beat. The new one is perfect, it doesn't smell. The design is perfect and doesn't affect you in odd ways because it fits properly. it is comfortable when walking, running, aerobics,(step, kick), it fits well with everything. Love it, and thank you Altus for sending me a nonsmelling vest!!! I am not sure how the amazon seller could not have possibly smelled this thing, but at least Altus cares about product safety, product reliability, and customer satisfaction. ...
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Bell Fitness 10-Pound Pair Ankle Weight and Wrist Weights


... I am happy with these weights. Use them on my wrists. I have large wrist and they still slide around a bit. Would only recomend them for use on wrists if you have large wrists. ...
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Monday, October 26, 2009

Harbinger Basic Hand Grip Strengthening Grip


... This is great if you are a starter or someone just wanting to rid of some stress. It broke in a couple of weeks after I easily did 100 full reps. By then I wanted something much harder. You dont need much muscle to close this thing. 5'-10", 180lbs. By the way my 115lb wife did 10 full reps. ...
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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Aeromat Balance Pod


... I have only used these a couple of times so far but it's fun. I purchased this as a balance workout for the times that I could not get to the gym for what ever reason. It's something I can do at home and with more than 2 of these, I'm not bored.

I think it is best to have more than a pair...Otherwise I think I may get bored pretty fast. ...
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Saturday, October 24, 2009

Neoprene Dumbbells


... Like the other reviews here have said, these are great weights. I work out at home so it was important to me that I find weights that wouldn't damage my floors, and these fit the bill very nicely because of the protective coating. The hexagonal shape keeps them from rolling away on me. And they're very affordable. I bought these because they were cheaper than similar dumbbells. (Note that they come in pairs.)

Five stars. Got no issues with these babies. I bought three different pairs but will buy more of the bigger sizes in time. ...
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Friday, October 23, 2009

Ab Lounge Ultra


... I think this is for those that cant do sit ups on the floor and are just getting started. I have been doing sit ups for years but its starting to hurt my back. But I don't think the ab lounge is as efficient. I wish they had cords you could by that had more of a resistance. Oh well...you live and you learn. ...
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Thursday, October 22, 2009

Cathe Friedrich's Hardcore Series: Kick Max DVD


... This workout is excellent but difficult. Definitely not for beginners. The segment aspect kept it interesting and manageable. I do it twice a week but alternate it with less extreme workouts. All in all a good dvd. ...
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009

GoFit GF-WFB Wrist & Forearm Blaster


... I've been using this for about 3 weeks and have nothing bad to say about it. The grips fel like they slip sometimes, but its not a big issue. Overall, I am very satisfied with my purchase. ...
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

The Original Walkvest Training System by Debbie Rocker


... This weight vest is very well made and evenly distributes the weight. When you actually wear it, it doesn't feel nearly as heavy as it does when you pick it up. It's a great fit and fairly discreet-looking. Like the previous poster, my one complaint is that it only comes with 4 lbs of weight and you have to buy extra weights if you want more. I find that annoying as you have to pay shipping each time you order more weights. Nevertheless, I feel that this vest is still well worth it! ...
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Monday, October 19, 2009

Body-Solid Kettlebells


... I just spent an hour going through the stock of a local fitness company. The Body Solid kettlebells are really well-finished - not quite as smooth as the picture makes it out to be, but close (!) and quite a bit smoother and better finished than the GoFit, Cap, Troy, Apollo, and Powermax bells I looked at recently. I found several that I could buy and never bother to touch up the handles, in fact. They're almost as smooth as most epoxy coated kettlebells.

The handles graduate in size somewhat, but are roughly 1 3/8" or 35 mm through most of the range (appx. 20 - 50 pounds), and a bit smaller below that and a bit larger above. Space inside the handle is a bit under 3", but measurements were hard to get very accurately with a tape measure. Suffice it to say that handle diameters are sufficiently beefy, and space is certainly mainline.

The paint on all the examples I saw, except one oddball, was shiny black. Body Solid describes it as enamel, though the dealer insisted it was powder coat. It scratches white, and some on the rack showed some scratches like this. I actually preferred the matte finish on the oddball, but the dealer insisted that all new ones are the shiny black.

I like them, and they're well-priced. The only problem - for me - is that I prefer kettlebells in conventional kilo weights, as virtually every book, video, training regime, article, etc. that you read on kettlebells uses kilos (standards weights start with 4kg and go up in 4kg increments). Pound weight is a non-issue for the 35 pounder, as it's only 3 ounces different than a 16 kilo bell. The 55 pounder, however is 2.2 pounds heavier than a 24. Body Solid doesn't make bells above 75 pounds. All competition bells, should you develop that interest, are in standard kilogram weight progressions as well.


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Sunday, October 18, 2009

Lynx Portable Back Stretcher


... This is an excellent product. My chiropractor was doing disk decompression on a table--these treatments helped, but my hips hurt for several days after. I started using the Lynx (after talking to the chiropractor) and we discontinued the table treatments. The Lynx has really helped my back (along with other exercises and stretches). Easy to use and well made. I will use for years. ...
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Saturday, October 17, 2009

Perfect Pushup Power 10 Workout DVD


... Got the product in a timely mannor. Good quality information. Many exercises to do ...
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Thursday, October 15, 2009

Hausmann Wrist/Ankle Weights - .5 lbs to 20 lbs - Sold Individually


... The Hausmann wrist/ankkle weights are very well made with a good velcro strap. Do not get them through Isokinetics, Inc however, they are totaly incompetent. ...
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Standard Flat Plate 10 lb. (EA)


... These plates work well. They are heavy and have holes in the right places. If you enjoy moving heavy things around, these are the items to buy. ...
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Monday, October 12, 2009

Ab Lounge Sport


... This is a great workout and it has been very easy and comfortable to use. Set up and assembly was a little difficult and took about an hour and a half. It is way bigger than i thought, so i would definitely recommend you have quite a bit of space to store it. I was disappointed that this model did not fold up, i was counting on that for easy storage. instead its out all the time, luckily we had the space. ...
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Sunday, October 11, 2009

DynaFlex Docking Station with Blue Powerball 12075 Strengthening System


... Hi, the online seller is a good company and stands behind their products but this time their listing was for the Dynaflex gyroscope Ball AND the docking station. So I ordered 2 of the gyros and docking stations and when I got the box I only had the docking stations. A few days later I emailed the seller who soon noted it was misadvertised and he would refund my full payment. That was good of the company and I was happy but sure wanted a cople of those dynaflex gyro balls.

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Friday, October 9, 2009

Sport-Elec Shape & Tone System


... I am very much satisfied with my Sport Elec. I was skeptical a bit, but this belt really helps me to tone my body's muscles and feel good and relaxed. Also there is no need to buy new pads, as with other belts. But the best of all is that I can use it in my office, or even sitting in my car, getting the same result as after extensive gym workout. ...
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Thursday, October 8, 2009

Stamina Versa-Bell II 25-Pound Adjustable Dumbbell Pair


... These were purchased as a gift for my husband. He has been working with them for about 4 weeks now, and continues to comment on how much he likes them. I was concerned about the coments of other reviewers about the indicator being hard to read (we don't find it hard at all) and the necessity to move four dials to change the weight (would you want all the weight on one end?) and don't find any problems with either of these issues. These work great, are more reasonably priced than other comperable sets, and have a nice look and feel, which was important to my spouse. He gives them a whole-hearted stamp of approval. ...
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Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Cap Barbell 40 Pound Adjustable Black Dumbbell Set with Plastic Case


... The quality is what you expect. They are your basic set of dumbbells. The carrying case will likely get damaged in shipment. Mine had a dented corner and broken latch.

But the case would be the least of my worries. Like the other reviewer, mine came with an incredibly strong gasoline scent and the bars are covered in this oily slightly sticky... substance. It leaves your hands smelling of gas even after a couple washes. ...
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Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Heavy Grip Hand Grippers 6 Grip Set 100-350 lb. Resistance


... These hand grips are exactly as advertised; excellent quality, and excellent for improving hand strength.
Now for the word of caution: these hand grips exercise your hands well beyond anything you bought at Wal-mart. TAKE IT SLOW, and DON'T OVER-DO IT! I over-did it and my hands were sore for half a week! ...
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Monday, October 5, 2009

Savasa for Women Wrist Weight Pair with SPT Workout DVD


... For the women out there that have been using these weights, do you think the 3# weights will show results using them every other day? I am hoping that 15 mins each session will improve the muscle tone in my arms. I have hand held 3# weights I could add, but I've only been using Savasa's workout now for about 2.5 weeks. ...
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Sunday, October 4, 2009

Vinyl Dumbbell Pairs 1-15lbs.


... Great product. Exactly as stated. Shipped faster than I expected and even received a phone call to make sure it was received. Highly recommend for sports equipment ...
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Thursday, October 1, 2009

Bell Fitness 10-Pound Pair Adjustable Weight Ankle Weights


... These weights work fine for what I'm using them for, which is straight leg raises and other quad exercise as part of a home regimen for quad strengthening. I took off 1 star because the straps are just a little too big, and don't pull tightly enough around my ankle to keep the weights in place all the time.

The kind I use in the physical therapy center stay in place, but they also cost a lot more too.

These work fine for me at home, for a fraction of the cost and only with the added hassle of having to change the weights. But with this product, it's pretty easy to change the weights, so I consider this a good buy for me. ...
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