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Adjustable Kettle Bell (PowerBell) | Weider 40-Pound SpaceSaver with Workout DVD

Editor — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 23:29:47 +0000

Adjustable dumbbells have become extremely popular in recent years as an alternative to storing an entire set of weights. Weider has now employed this space-saving technology into a kettle bell.

The Weider SpaceSaver Kettle Bell (also known as a Powerbell) can be quickly adjusted from 10 to 40 pounds, providing a wide range of cardio and strength exercises while occupying the space of just one kettle bell.

While kettle bells are traditionally round, this version is cylindrical to facilitate the adjustment mechanism. This design is attractive and functional but can make the bell a bit unwieldy during certain exercises.

Oversized, powder-coated handles provide a secure and comfortable grip, making it easy to transition from hand to hand.

Kettle Bells are good for bicep curls, tricep extensions, shoulder raises, and many other upper body exercises.

The package includes the PowerBell Workout DVD that guides you through a functional workout engaging every muscle in your body. Also included is a fitness journal that helps track your workout progress.

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Weider Fitness Weight Adjustable 40-Pound Dumbbell Set | Chrome Plated Bowflex SelectTech Altnerative

Editor — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 22:25:10 +0000

The Weider Chrome Dumbbells are an affordable alternative to the high profile adjustable models offered by Bowflex and PowerBlock. This is an excellent space-saving option when compared to a set of individual fixed weight dumbbells. Weight is gradually increased in 3 or 5 pound increments by adding additional plates.

The EZ Spin-Lock collars make adjustment fairly quick and easy. But this shouldn’t be confused with the one-step adjustment mechanisms (dial up and selector pin) used with the higher priced options. With these dumbbells you must still manually add, subtract and store the individual plates. The set comes with four 3-pound plates and four 5-pound plates for a variety of configurations, maxing out at 40 lbs (20 lbs on each dumbbell).

The chromed solid steel look and feel are very appealing and the grooved (knurled) handle texture provides a secure and safe grip.

These dumbbells are good for toning (not bulking up) biceps, triceps, chest, shoulders and back and are a good investment in a fit body.

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Weider 200 Workout Power Tower | 4-Station Body Weight Fitness Training

Editor — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:02:04 +0000

The Weider 200 Power Tower incorporates four versatile muscle toning workout stations into one rugged unit. It features a padded vertical knee raise station, a dip station, a multi-grip pull-up station and a push-up station.

This is an excellent piece of equipment for comprehensive upper body training using your body’s own weight only. Without the need for additional weights you can thoroughly work the arms, chest, shoulders, back and abs.

The frame is very stable with only a small measure of shifting or shaking during a routine. While many comparably priced units support user weights of only 200-250 lbs, the Power Tower has a 300 lb rating.

The design and positioning of the stations is very efficient. The pull-up bar is on the opposite side of the dip and leg raise stations, allowing ample room for even angled or kipping pull-ups. The black and silver powder coated tubular steel finish is attractive and elegant.

The Weider 200 Power Tower is large (84″ x 41″ x 57″) and should be assembled where you plan to use it, ideally in a room used as a dedicated gym. Instructions are straightforward and assembly takes about an hour.

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Weider Pro 3750 Strength Trainer | Entire Body Workout in One Compact Home Gym

Editor — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 21:13:52 +0000

Tone virtually any muscle group with this one powerful and surprisingly inexpensive machine. The Weider Pro 3750 Strength Trainer gives you two full-body workout stations and 212 lbs. of resistance from the dual DuraStack weights system.

Chisel your chest with the butterfly arms and chest press. Exercise your lats, back and arms with the lat bar and high pulley. Perform hip and rowing exercises with the low pulley. Build six-pack abs with the ab developer. Get a balanced lower-body workout with the leg press station and leg developer.

Weider Pro 3750 Strength Trainer Product Details

Dual DuraStack Weights – Two heavy-duty, vinyl weight stacks combine to offer 212 lbs. of resistance
Chest Press – Develop and strengthen the muscles in your chest and arms
Butterfly Arms – Sturdy pads offer comfort and support
Leg Press Station and Leg Developer – Build a powerful lower body
Abdominal Developer – Build six-pack abs
High Pulley with Lat Bar – Fine-tune your lats and back
Low Pulley – Perform a variety rowing and hip workouts
Footprint: Just 78h x 64w x 70d

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Total Body Works 5000 | Affordable Body Weight Resistance Gym

Editor — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 21:16:27 +0000

At about half the price of the Total Gym 1700 Club, this body weight resistance system effectively delivers what it promises. Online customer reviews are almost unanimously favorable. It doesn’t have Chuck Norris or Christie Brinkley behind it — or the Total Gym name — but it essentially does the same thing.

The Total Body Works 5000 allows you to perform over 100 body shaping exercises using an innovative mechanism that uses the body weight for natural resistance. It includes additional bands that add up to 50 lbs of extra resistance beyond the users own body weight. This system effectively works your arms, shoulders, back, abs, hip, thighs, and calves. The cable and pulley system allows for greater versatility and a greater range of motion for varying exercises, helping increase your strength and flexibility.

Total Body Works 5000 Product Details

Body Weight Resistance System
Over 100 Body-Shaping Exercises
4 Additional Resistance Bands add up to 50 lbs.
7 Position Adjustable Incline
Space Saving Design
Workout Guide Included

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Weider Max Ultra Home Gym System | Crossbow/Crossbar Pully System with Rowing Seat

Editor — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 23:22:59 +0000

Weider touts this system as better than free weights. This may not be true for bodybuilders or pro athletes, but for the casual home user this is an very effective and versatile home system.

The Weider Max adjustable pulley system gives you free range of motion for upper-body training and muscle building. The balanced leg developer helps you maintain proper form while building powerful, toned legs. The rowing and leg extensions on the low pulley provide cardiovascular and strength-building benefits.

The Weider Max Ultra is an advanced resistance system and an excellent long-term solution for healthy weight loss and a fit body.

Compare Weider home gyms with comparably priced Bowflex home gyms.

Weider Max Ultra Home Gym System Product Details

240 lbs CRS Compound Resistance System
Six Resistance Bars
High and Low Pulleys
Quick-Change Resistance
Padded Leg Developer
Multi-Position Padded Bench
Rowing Seat
Multiple Straps
Full Range of Motion
Space Saving Design