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Smith Machine Review

07:47, Posted by Maxwell T Rasnick, No Comment

Smith Machine
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It took about a week to receive it. Easy to put together...just needed to see the pictures because there weren't any instructions in the box. Not as good as the linear bearing models but very close. Sticks a little bit on the hooks..... so I used some wd40 on it and no problems. You also need to spray some lemon funiture spray on the bars to have it go up and down freely. It has an olympic and a 1" standard weight sleeves. I have only standard weights. It took about an hour to put together. The bar weighs 57 pounds so you may need to order an adapter to counter balance from New york Barbell if you can't lift the bar plus the weight you will be using. You do need some weights or sand bags to stable the smith machine so it will not slide forward towards the wall or lift up when doing feet forward squats while not standing on top of the black floor plate. A very stable and sturdy smith machine if you do what I suggest. A good investment for the amount of money it is advertised.

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Lifetime warrantee. White power coated. Provision to add crossover attachment.

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300LB Standard Olympic Weight Set Review

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300LB Standard Olympic Weight Set
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This is an average weight set with around the same quality as a Sports Authority weight set. Since the Sports authority weight set costs much less (around $125-200), I suggest you buy from them or any other local store. As for a quality barbell, if you are lifting any serious weights (250 lbs +), you are better of buying a good barbell separately. Be prepare to spend at least $150. Anything less and the quality isn't going to be there.

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Choose from our 300, 400 or 500 lb. Olympic Weight sets which we offer in wide variety of plate styles. 300 LB. SET INCLUDES: (1) 7' chrome olympic bar (2) 45 lb. plates (2) 35 lb. plates (2) 25 lb. plates (2) 10 lb. plates (4) 5 lb. plates (2) 2.5 lb. plates (2) olympic spring collars

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Suunto Core Wrist-Top Computer Watch with Altimeter Barometer Compass and Depth Measurement Light Green Review

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Suunto Core Wrist-Top Computer Watch with Altimeter Barometer Compass and Depth Measurement Light Green
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I bought a core and returned it after 4 months.The battery went dead and then I could not replace it even though it supposed to be easy using a nickel.

Loved the style and feature set but the quality just was not there

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Ascending a mountain peakMaking a boardroom speechEither Or There s never a need to remove your Suunto CoreThe Suunto Core epitomizes the latest advances in the Suunto aestheticcoming in a stunning array of colors and configurations from basic yellow on black to lustrous steel on steel

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Motus USA M-RACING NRG Indoor Cycling Bike Review

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Motus USA M-RACING NRG Indoor Cycling Bike
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This NRG is simply BADASS!!!! Probably the coolest thing I've bought in
a long time,and I'm always buying things:)I got it yesterday(thanks for
expediting it) set it up in 30 minutes, andwas riding for 40 minutes.The
design is so brilliant along with the quality and attention to detail,
that it feels like I custom ordered it to fit me! Futhermore, thanks
again for the personal consultation which was as great as the bike!
If you are even considering the competitors trainers simply save yourself the time
because you just WONT find a better design,ride quality,style, attention to detail and absolute value.
MOTUS USA is a force to be reckoned with in the fitness industry.So to the competition i say...GOOD LUCK,
because you'regonna needs lots of it.
Peter in St.louis

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Body Solid 11-Gauge Pro Power Rack Model GPR378 Review

08:29, Posted by Maxwell T Rasnick, No Comment

Body Solid 11-Gauge Pro Power Rack Model GPR378
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A while back I told a physical therapist I knew that I was getting a Body Solid power rack to replace my old cage; which I had built from wood about ten years ago.He shook his head and said "you should have gone with Tuff Stuff".
I got the cage in and assembled it a couple weeks ago, and now I see what he meant.It's ok, but for the price, I would have expected a lot more.

On the plus side, the cage itself is simple, yet solid design. It looks and feels like it will take a lot of abuse.The cage was easy to assemble, even though the instructions were pretty sparse.

Now for the downside; I also got the lat attachment, which is of a much flimsier design.There is a significant amount of friction; more than the cheapo MPEX lat pulldown that it was supposed to replace.The directions for assembling the lat attachment did not match the apparatus; which turned a two-hour task into 8 hours of frustration.I managed to get it together, but ended up with three bolts left over.

Bodysolid makes the claim on their website that the cage will fit any brand of bench.That is true if you only plan to use the cage for bench presses and squats.I'm still trying to find a way to comfortably and safely perform incline presses and shoulder presses with my York adjustable incline bench.If they would have made the cage just a foot deeper, that would have solved numerous headaches.Clearance for the cage is at about 6'2"; so if you are any taller, you'll be ducking down a lot.The folks at Bodysolid were less then helpful on these issues.

Both the liftoffs and safety bars are held in place by cotter pins; whenever you want to change the bars around, you have to pull out the pin, and then remember to put it back in.I can easily see those pins getting lost pretty quickly.

This cage also does not support any attachments for doing dips; which the competitors do.

There is, however, one advantage (which I do not think Bodysolid meant to do, and once they catch wind of it they'll probably figure out a way to eliminate it.)The holes perfectly fit one-inch steel pipes; which are purchasable at most hardware store.Using some of these and a bunch of screw-on caps, I was able to fashion some extra lift-offs so that I don't have to keep moving the lift-offs around.I'm also working on turning some of the unused holes on the cage into olympic weight holders; using a similar setup.

In summary; its not bad, but for the price, I expected something much better.

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Freedom of movement combined with adjustable racking and safety positions make the Power Rack a must-have for those who want to strength train without compromise.

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LifeSpan Fitness Pro3 Treadmill Review

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LifeSpan Fitness Pro3 Treadmill
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After searching both online and through local stores, I found this treadmill to be the only one in it's price range with a 22 inch wide (by 60 inches long) running surface, not to mention the 3 HP motor.I was also happy with the lifetime warranty on the motor and deck.

The only cons to this treadmill are that it doesn't fold up and it is extremely heavy.I have read, however, that treadmills that fold up tend to be less stable than those that do not so this may be an advantage.As far as the weight, this also adds to stability once you have it in place.

The manufacturer did not include an instruction manual, which was a mistake, but I was able to find it as well as their contact info online.Their customer service representative was both helpful and courteous.

The treadmill was fairly simple to assemble.It appears to be a well made machine and I am pleased with my purchase.

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Bring the gym into your home and get an efficient, high-caliber workout with the LifeSpan Fitness Pro3 treadmill. Featuring a generously-sized walking/running surface, the Pro3 offers a 22-inch wide, 60-inch long surface that accommodate any user size for a comfortable, focused workout. The Dura-Max drive system includes a powerful 3.0 horsepower DC motor. It has a heavy gauge robotically welded steel frame, 3-inch machine ground tapered rollers, 1.0-inch reversible deck, and 2.2mm thick running belt. And to keep things running cool, it includes an on-board cooling fan and ventilated hood. The Pro3 also includes target heart rate programming via the included chest strap heart rate monitor (as well as through use of the contact heart rate sensors built into the handlebars). It also offers a body mass analysis function that displays your basal metabolic rate and body fat percentage.
The exercise computer features the patent-pending Intelli-Key blue light buttons that simply and easily step you through console operations and a 16-character alpha numeric display. It also includes three additional LED display windows so that all readouts including speed, incline, time, distance, calories and heart rate can be viewed at the same time. It has five preset speed programs, five incline programs, 5K/10K programs, and two user customizable programs that enable you to set the speed and incline for each segment of your workout. It also includes handlebar speed and incline controls.
LED display windows include readouts for speed, incline, time, distance, calories, and heart rate while you're exercising.
Specifications:

    Running surface: 60 by 22 inches
    Motor: 3 horsepower continuous duty (DC)
    Rollers: 3.0-inch tapered front; 2.5-inch rear
    Belt: 2.2mm multi-ply
    Speed: 0.5 to 12 miles per hour
    Incline: 0 to 15 levels
    Maximum user weight: 350 pounds
    Dimensions: 74 by 36 inches (L x W)
    Weight: 286 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
Frame and motor - lifetime; parts - 5 years; labor - 1 year (for residential use)
About Treadmills
Walking is still considered one of the most beneficial cardiovascular exercises for people of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. As a fundamental form of aerobic training, walking has numerous physical benefits for the heart, lungs, and circulatory system, while also increasing muscle tone and burning fat calories. Treadmills provide a convenient way to regularly exercise in all weather conditions in the comfort and safety of your own home.
From beginners just starting an exercise regimen to advanced athletes looking to maintain their fitness level, anyone interested in getting and staying in shape can benefit greatly from regular use of a treadmill. Treadmills allow you to determine the pace, distance, and complexity of the workout based on your needs, all while watching television, talking on the telephone, or reading a magazine. Much easier on sensitive joints like the knees and hips, treadmill walking and running surfaces are typically long, padded platforms that allow ample room for a long stride and comfortable, low-impact walk or jog without the harsh contact of a concrete surface.
While many different types, styles, and price ranges of treadmills exist, many of them offer unique features like a fold-up design for easy storage, an electronic display monitor showing speed, distance, workout time, incline level, and burned calories, and EKG grip pulses to monitor the heart rate while exercising. Regardless of the simple to complex features you may choose, treadmills offer an array of aerobic exercise opportunities that will provide long-lasting beneficial cardiovascular results without a commute to the gym or a jog in the rain.


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First Degree Fitness WR-P Pacific Rower Review

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First Degree Fitness WR-P Pacific Rower
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Was easy to assemble and is easy to use. The sound of water makes me think I am on the lake and the resistance gets harder the more I push. I love this rower and it gives me a great workout. It takes a lot normally to make me sweat and make my muscles ache, and the Pacific Rower did it!

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Designed for the active 21st century lifestyle. Suitable for the entire family, with ingenious use of the unique physical properties of water. That's why it's called Wave Rower!Just as a wave can be anything from a gentle ripple to a raging ocean surf , so Wave Rower instantly adapts from a light warm-up to a fierce workout. That's because with water, the harder you work, the tougher it gets. Ask any rower!Developed in collaboration with professional rowers, Wave Rower delivers the feel, sight and sound of real on-water rowing. The multiple chamber, ribbed tank internals provide natural 'catch' and the most consistent resistance of any rowing ergometer.Designed for the modern home with funky styling that looks great in any room, Wave Rower can be wheeled away and stored vertically after use.Absolutely the best total body aerobic workout you'll ever enjoy in the comfort of your own home.Warranty:Frame - 5 years; Tank & Seals - 2 years; Components - 1 yearMaximum User Weight: 300 lbs.

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