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Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells Review

November 6th, 2012 No comments

If you’re looking at the Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells for the first time you’re probably thinking how weird they look.  The proof of the pudding as they say and the bottom line is they work!

Each dumbbell adjusts from the minimum weight of 5lbs all the way up to 52-1/2 lbs. That means you can do a quick change from one exercise to the next all with a simple turn of the dial.

If you have limited storage space the SelectTech 552’s are ideal – they take up only a small amount of room and reduce dangerous clutter to a minimum.

No rack required – why have 30 dumbbells when you only need 2? Ingenious.

One of the big advantages of the SelectTechs is that with P90X you can select smaller weight increments and make those changes. With the SelectTechs, you can start with 17.5lbs, go up to 20lbs, then 22.5lbs, and finally to 25lbs.

With triceps exercises these smaller increments are really useful. With P90X exercises you have less than 30 seconds to set up for the next exercise and with the SelectTech 552’s system it takes less than 10 seconds!

Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells

Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells Features:

  • 15 different weight settings
  • Perfect for incremental P90X triceps exercises
  • Adjust each dumbbell from 5lbs up to 52-1/2lbs
  • 8 x 2-1/2lb adjustments raise the weight from 5 to 25lbs so they’re safe and easy for beginners
  • Move from one exercise to the next with the flip of a dial
  • Reduce hazardous clutter and storage space
  • Comes with a Bowflex 5-year warranty on weight plates and a 2-year warranty on parts
  • Comfortable to use

Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells User ReviewsBowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells review

All I can say is Wow! These are such a great idea. Turn the dial to select the weight you want and the SelectTech locks in the plates needed.  Adjust the weight up or down by replacing them in the base plate and turning the dial again. It’s so simple.

Everything’s designed to be safe, compact and easy.

I stow the two under my bench when I’m done – no more picking up 30 different dumbbells and having to stack them on a rack out of the way.  A brilliant idea that everyone that’s seen mine love.

Bottom Line:

For safety and their compactness the Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells are a fantastic idea – and they’re comfortable, durable and easy to use.

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Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 5.1

December 9th, 2011 No comments

Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 5.1 Review

We’ve all seen the fancy workout machines that have hit the market in recent years. Each one is supposed to be better than the last and the truth is, all of them do a pretty good job. But you know what? Free weights are still great for home use. In fact, there are studies that suggest that these “old fashioned” weights are still the best way to add muscle mass and build strength. But of course to use them, you need a solid bench, and that’s where the Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 5.1 comes in.

The Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 5.1 is easy to adjust.

That little bit of information is about as important as any if you plan on investing in a work bench. These are not oneBowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 5.1 size fits all. And you want to hit your muscles from a variety of angles. Adding a decline or incline is a great way to accomplish this. Want a little incline? The Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 5.1 can be adjusted up to 90 degrees. Just as important is the fact that it can go drop 17 degrees if you want decline exercises. Best of all, the adjustments are quick. Look you don’t want to spend longer than you have to working out and since it only takes a few seconds to make a change, you don’t have a whole lot of downtime. Your workout sessions will be fast paced.

When you’re lifting you don’t need fancy equipment. You just need a bench that’s stable (obviously) and easy to work with. That’s exactly what you’ll get with the Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 5.1. This is a rock solid piece of equipment that’s easy to assemble. Use it with a power cage and it’s the perfect support for your bench pressing needs. But this can also be used by itself as a support for dozens of seated or lying down resistance exercised.

Details and features of the Bowflex SelectTechAdjustable Bench Series 5.1

You get just what you want with this one. You get a bench that will give you stable support that’s needed when you are doing bench presses, chest flies or seated exercises. The stability is enhanced by the tough, heavy duty commercial quality steel. It also comes with a leg support brace. The extra stability it provides helps provide added balance, especially when you are doing decline exercised. And let’s not forget that 6 different incline and decline positions, ranging from 17 degrees on the decline to 90 degrees when inclined. And as an added bonus, the bench is easy to move thanks to built in wheels. No more ripping up the carpet or scratching the hardwood or tile floors.

What do customers say?

There’s about 80 reviews posted on Amazon and this bench averages 4.3 stars (out of 5) which is a very high score. And if you look closely at the few complaints, they are about damage during shipping. Don’t blame that on the bench. But the good news is that the frame comes with a 30 year warranty, so if you are one of those rare cases when this happens, you’re protected. Although the odds of it happening are slim.

Here’s the bottom line. If you want a sturdy and easily adjustable weight bench from a reputable and trusted fitness manufacturer, you can go wrong with the Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Bench Series 5.1.

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