Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

The Bowflex Series 3 Treadmill is an affordable alternative to the highly regarded Series 7, considered one of the best home treadmills for the price by Consumer Reports and many other respected authorities.
Bowflex folding treadmills are robust and reliable and you can’t go wrong with any of the three available models — the Series 3, [...]

This is our first look at the Bowflex Revolution series. The FT is the most affordable Revolution model but does not include a bench unless purchased separately.
This may be perceived as a positive or a negative, depending on your needs. Some believe a built-in bench on a home gym just gets in the way. One [...]

The Bowflex PR3000 is similar to the popular PR1000 model but accommodates more exercises and adds the ability to upgrade weight resistance from 210 to 310 pounds. Like the PR1000 it uses Power Rod technology (see video below) as opposed to the SpriaFlex mechanics featured in higher end Bowflex gyms.
In general, these systems offer many [...]

With the wide array of adjustable dumbbells on the market choosing the best set for your needs can be a confusing process. Each of the major manufacturer’s offerings has unique features, pros and cons.
The Ironmaster Quick Lock Adjustable Dumbbells are 100% metal providing a more gym quality look and feel than other popular adjustable dumbbells. [...]

This review continues our recent trend of spotlighting exercise machines from trusted manufacturers that give the highest return on investment, without extra components that you may not want or need. This mid-range system offers great value for the dollar, plus added versatility not usually seen in home gyms in this price range.
The Bowflex PR1000 creatively [...]

We’ve covered Bowflex SelectTech Dumbbells extensively in the past but wanted to briefly make readers aware of the New 2009 Model. In addition to an updated design Bowflex has greatly increased the strength and durability of the dumbbells and added new aluminum alloy and polymeric safety tabs.
As with the previous version these dumbbells [...]

The Ultimate 2 is the best-selling and most complete Bowflex home gym available. It’s also the most expensive — but you get what you pay for. This is a total-body solution that delivers everything you could possibly imagine in a home fitness system.
One of the criticisms of Power Rod Resistance technology is the need to [...]

Bowflex is one of the best-known fitness brands, producing a wide array of strength and cardiovascular exercise equipment featuring innovative, space saving technology. Owned by Nautilus Inc., who also manufactures equipment for Schwinn Exercise, Stairmaster and Pearl Izumi, Bowflex has grown into an industry juggernaut with millions of new satisfied home users each year.
This article [...]

If you’ve shied away from Bowflex home gyms because of the high priced club-quality models, the Bowflex Blaze may be worth a look. The Blaze is essentially the same as the discontinued Sport model with a few cosmetic upgrades. This stripped down base model is the most economical home gym Bowflex has to offer.
At under [...]

Why not get the most out of your SelectTech dumbbell routine? The Bowflex 5.1 Series adjustable exercise bench will add spice to your workouts and help you focus on isolating the correct muscles, while maintaining optimal form.
The Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 5.1 adds a vast range of variety to your lifting routine by adjusting [...]

The Bowflex Motivator II Home Gym offers over 50 gym-quality exercises using up to 210 pounds of smooth Power Rod resistance. This streamlined, lower end Bowflex home gym is sturdy, versatile and slides away into a corner when folded up. It’s an ideal option if you’re keeping an eye on your budget and/or have limited [...]

This book provides a very motivating and easy to read plan to get the most out of the very popular Bowflex home workout system. It details how to create a lean, muscular body using the bow-and-arrow principle of flexes, extensions, and strength exercises. It lays out a course of action that contains the best-possible routines [...]

Designed exclusively for the innovative Bowflex SelectTech 552 dumbbells, this stand features an ergonomic design and attractive ultra-sleek chrome finish. Click here to see our review of the dumbbells (sold separately).
Protect your back by never having to bend down to pick up heavy weights again. The V shape “step in” design allows you to maintain [...]

This treadmill is superior in every aspect to the earlier Bowflex Series 3 and Series 5 models and may be the best customer reviewed treadmill we’ve seen. It’s loaded with all the features you’ll need to get a great workout and track your results. This is one of the best online sellers, partly due [...]

This system very effectively combines a multitude of exercises into one efficient and easy to use single unit. It provides a great upper and lower body workout that feels as good as using free weights but without the inertia and risk of injury or joint pain. We also enjoyed the quiet workout with no clanging [...]

The Bowflex TC3000 Treadclimber stands out from the vast field of cardio equipment with its unique hybrid design and high quality construction. This machine can be used in three ways:  (1) just as a treadmill, (2) just as a stair stepper, or (3)  as a combination of both. It’s very easy to [...]

Click here for our new review of the 2009 model.
The unique design of the Bowflex SelectTech 552s will change your concept of dumbbells forever. You no longer need an assortment of different sized dumbbells cluttering your workout room.
The compact system combines fifteen sets of weights into one unit by incorporating a unique [...]