Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Incline Weight Bench - Which One is Best For You?

!±8± Incline Weight Bench - Which One is Best For You?

When it comes to weight benches, we basically have three choices - flat, adjustable and inclined. While the adjustable weight bench can go from full decline to 90-degree incline, the incline weight bench and its flat counterpart are non-adjustable. Still, you should consider the incline weight bench for its many benefits.

For one thing, you will have greater variability in your workout. Your body position and orientation changes so that your back muscles can be used to support exercises aimed at the development of the abdominal core, the lateral muscles and the upper arms. Many models even include a detachable preacher seat, which is valuable in performing arm exercises. For another thing, your modest gym space will even have an additional chair to sit on, which is another way of looking at an incline weight bench.

With that being said, the following products are the incline weight benches with the most positive reviews found in consumer sites. Well, of course, you can always choose another model but you can start your search with these weight benches.

Bowflex Adjustable Bench 5.1 Series

Bowflex is a respected name in the fitness industry with its line of cardiovascular and resistance training equipment. One of its best products is the 5.1 Series, which is admittedly not an incline bench per se but we just admire its solid construction. With its 6-position adjustable bench, you can easily transform a modest home gym space into a total body workout mini-gym without the mechanical moving parts.

You can then easily perform more than 30 exercises with this incline weight bench, which is just about the most number of exercises that your body needs, anyway. Don't be carried away by other weight benches promising almost a hundred exercises simply because our bodies can only take too many movements.

Your investment in this weight bench will be worth the price, thanks to its durable construction made from heavy-duty, high-grade commercial steel. When not in use, which is not very often, you can wheel the 5.1 weight bench to just about anywhere.

Weider Core 600

Yet another reputable manufacturer of weight benches is Weider with its Core 600 model. This is definitely a step up over the standard incline weight benches in the market almost to the point that it can be the mini-gym in your home. Of course, you need not worry about the cost of the initial purchase as well as the cost of maintenance for the mechanical parts are this incline weight bench is affordable and has no moving parts.

You will also enjoy the multi-position bench that allows for bicep, leg, core and abs workouts. Your barbells, be it of the standard or the Olympic variety can easily be accommodated, thanks to the adjustable bars. It also boasts of w walk-in squat station, a 6-roll leg developer, a detachable curl yoke, a rolled preacher pad and adjustable safety spotters. We did say that great value for money is possible with the Weider Core 600. Or any of the Weider products, for that matter.


Incline Weight Bench - Which One is Best For You?

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Friday, November 18, 2011

Bowflex Selecttech 552 Dumbbell Review - The Most Powerful Dumbbells on the Planet

!±8± Bowflex Selecttech 552 Dumbbell Review - The Most Powerful Dumbbells on the Planet

Are you considering a set of Bowflex Selecttech 552 dumbbells? If you've seen those fancy infomercials you're probably wondering whether they really work. As someone who's always had pipe cleaners for arms, I was intrigued enough to buy them. Since I had a 6-week money back guarantee if I wasn't 100% satisfied, I felt it was worth a shot!

So, if your looking for reviews on the Bowflex Selecttech 552s, look no further. I've laid out all the facts and my own opinion of these innovative and compact dumbbells.

How Are They Different? The hype behind the Bowflex Selecttech dumbbells is that you can adjust the weight with a twist of a dial. Gone are the days of switching plates or having to own 15 pairs of dumbbells. The weights adjust from 5 to 52.5 lbs per dumbbell with a twist of a dial.

How Do They Work? Alls you do is turn a dial on the dumbbells to the weight you desire until you hear a clicking sound. Yeah, it's not exactly rocket science. Once your plates are locked, just lift the dumbbells from the base, and boom, your ready to start pumping!

Asymmetrical Weight For Better Results. Regular dumbbells are thought of as symmetrical. Well, these puppies aren't exactly regular! With the Selecttech 552s, you can adjust one side of the dumbbell heavier than the other. This allows you to train your biceps in different ways than you could with symmetrical dumbbells.

My First Workout. My Selecttechs arrived from Bowflex within 2 weeks as promised. I've heard some reports about them being poorly constructed and the weights becoming loose. Well, if that were the case then Bowflex has corrected the issue because I found no signs of poor craftsmanship or instability.My first workout went better than expected. Switching weights was so fast and easy! Its great not having to waste time and diminishing the intensity of your workout by having to load on/off plates. After my first work out I knew I was hooked!

With the Selecctech 552s, I can perform exercise variations not possible with traditional free weights.

What I like About the Bowflex Selecttech 552s (benefits):

o Super easy to change your desired weight.

o Unrestrictive dumbbell handles allow you to perform all the exercises you can with regular dumbbells.

o You can stimulate new muscle growth and etch greater detail with offset weight selection.

o Takes up little space. Packs the equivalent of 15 sets of dumbbells.

o Very cool looking dumbbells.

Could Use Some Improvement:

o A little pricey.

o 52.5 lbs per dumbbell may not be enough for bodybuilders

So, Are They Worth It?

I've been using my Bowflex Selecttech 552s for about 4 months now and haven't looked back! The speed and versatility of these compact yet powerful dumbbells has made my workouts more productive and efficient. Not only that, my arms no longer look like pipe cleaners. I've added about an inch of overall mass and can a nice horseshoe developing along my triceps. If your looking for a great set of dumbbells that will challenge you with plenty of weight and not occupy youe whole living room with plates, then definitely check out the Bowflex Selecttech 552s!

*Update - Bowflex has just released the Selecctech 1090s. They offer up to 90 lbs of weight per dumbbell making them perfect for serious bodybuilders. Not sure which is right for you? That's ok.


Bowflex Selecttech 552 Dumbbell Review - The Most Powerful Dumbbells on the Planet

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