Showing posts with label weight bench. Show all posts
Showing posts with label weight bench. Show all posts

2/22/2011

Cap Barbell Fitness FID Bench Review

Cap Barbell Fitness FID BenchThis is a surprisingly sturdy, lightweight bench to use for dumbbell exercises. Not only is it affordable, but it is easier to put together than the average treadmill. The manual's instructions for putting the bench together are clear and easy to follow, and it offers good advice on how to get started coming up with an exercise routine. The bench's backrest is adjustable (a hard-to-find but important feature), so you can do the full range of dumbbell exercises.

Customers should know before buying that the bench is designed to support a maximum user weight of 250 lbs with a combined dumbbell weight of 100 lbs. So, although you cannot use this bench for lifting massive weights, it is ideal for people who are just starting out or who are focusing on fitness instead of extreme bodybuilding.

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Product Description:
Get the most out of your home dumbbell set with this Cap Barbell fitness bench. Offering four adjustable positions--upright, flat, incline, and decline--the bench supports a variety of upper body exercises, including dumbbell presses, chest flies, shoulder presses, bicep curls, and more. The bench also includes such extras a dumbbell holder that allows easy access to your dumbbells while workout out, foam-covered handgrips that provide added comfort while doing leg raises, and foam shin supports. The fitness bench offers a weight capacity of 250 pounds.


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12/13/2010

BodyCraft F320 Flat/Incline/Decline System Bench Review

BodyCraft F320 Flat/Incline/Decline System BenchJust as the description indicates, this bench can be used in any configuration inside a power rack or smith machine. Conventional flat-incline-decline benches have to straddle the back lower bar of the rack to be able to lift off the rear supports. That's not an option if you have a lat attachment. Because the front of the Bodycraft bench slides backwards, there are no such clearance issues even at full incline.

Quality is excellent in my opinion, far superior to my Marcy (Impex) AB4050 FID bench and at least as good as the Bowflex 5.1.

Only negatives to note:

Full incline isn't as inclined as other benches I've seen, probably only +80 degrees, not a problem for some (If you want to be fully upright what do you need the bench for) but if you insist on this feature, you should know it's not available.

Assembly instructions differ slightly from actual product. The assembly is still obvious and foolproof, and the engineering on what you actually have is superior to what is shown. Must have been redesigned with making a correction to the manual.

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Product Description:
The only bench designed to fit any Smith machine or rack system, the BodyCraft F320 keeps your feet securely in contact with the ground--one of the key factors in proper benching technique. The bench boasts 12-gauge steel tube construction that's tough and long-lasting, with an 18-inch height in flat position that makes dumbbells easy to reach. More significantly, the bench offers eight total positions, including flat, decline, incline, and vertical, making it easy to work out your chest, shoulders biceps, back, triceps, and more. And thanks to the 2-inch-thick, high-density-foam seat and seat back--which are covered in black vinyl--you'll work out in comfort and style. Designed to work at all angles within the confines of any Smith machine or rack system, the F320 accepts several other workout attachments, including the F610 arm curl and F611 leg extension/curl. The bench measures 51 by 18 by 21 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 69 pounds.


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11/15/2010

Body Solid GDIB46L Olympic Bench with Leg Developer Review

Body Solid GDIB46L Olympic Bench with Leg DeveloperThis bench is a disappointment.The post for adding weight to the leg station is 1", not the 2" as shown.I negotiated a $50 discount with Amazon to fix that.Also, one of the barbell standards is bent slightly which causes the adjustable post within to bind.I'm going to have to fix that too, by bending the post to match.I expect new products to work out of the box.Save yourself the trouble and avoid this product.

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Product Description:
Enjoy a total body workout on the most versatile and complete combo bench available with the Body Solid PowerCenter. Combining a flat bench, incline bench, decline bench, 90-degree shoulder press bench, and seated leg developer all in one, the PowerCenter is a must for both casual and hardcore workout enthusiasts. The PowerCenter is distinguished by a set of multi-position, telescoping uprights, which safely hold the bar for bench exercises, and a six-position adjustable DuraFirm seat back, which is extra-thick, ultra-comfortable, and will never bottom out.
The PowerCenter's 12-gauge, high-tensile-strength welded steel mainframe, meanwhile, is built to last. And thanks to the six-roller leg extension/leg curl station, you can strengthen, tone, and develop your knee, thigh, hamstring, and glute muscles. Other details include thick, oversized foam rollers that provide complete comfort through heavy lower body routines and support for such optional accessories as a preacher curl station for optimum biceps development and a lat pulldown/low pulley station for accelerated back and deltoid development. The PowerCenter Bench measures 46 by 43 by 77 inches (W x H x D) and carries a lifetime warranty.


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11/05/2010

Best Fitness BFPR10 Multi Press Rack Review

Best Fitness BFPR10 Multi Press RackBeen using for a couple of months and am quite happy with the product. Assembly was quick & fast. Noticed there were two stable positions (vertical bars slightly closer at the top or slightly wider at the bottom).

Best features:
* The safety bars (both squats and bench presses) are extremely useful when you don't have a spotter.
* Easily do both squats & bench presses on the same side by adjusting height.
* Compact footprint. You still need an 7 ft Olympic sized bar. A 6 ft bar will do if the separation between the joints is standard (I think it's 52.5" or so).
* Price! Couldn't find too many in this range that offers the safety bars as well.

Cons:
* The horizontal bar at the bottom is mounteda little high, so it can interfere with some benches. I have a folding bench and need to swap the front-back directions to get it to fit. Standard workout benches probably won't have this issue. So buy this first, and then the bench.
* Doesn't tell you how much weight you can safely use. I have a 300lb set, but am not using all of it right now.

Overall, very happy with the product, and would highly recommend to someone who is in need of a compact footprint for doing squats (as well as bench presses).

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Product Description:
The perfect partner for your Olympic bar, the Best Fitness BFPR10 multi-press rack lets you perform calf raises, lunges, dead lifts, upright rows, and a host of other power-building exercises. The rack is outfitted with a pair of seven-position angled uprights that let you determine the correct lifting position for each exercise, along with 4-inch liftoffs and 7-inch safeties that make it comfortable and predictable to rack the bar. The sturdy A-frame construction, meanwhile, offers a tough 10-bolt assembly that stands up to use and abuse. Best of all, the rack's reverse pitch accommodates your body's natural lifting path, so you can perform your exercises safely and efficiently. Other details include rubber surface pads and a durable powder-coated finish. Compatible with the Best Fitness BFFID10 adjustable bench, the rack measures 29.5 by 56.5 by 45 inches (W x H x D) and carries a three-year warranty.


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8/27/2010

Best Fitness BFFID10 FID Bench Review

Best Fitness BFFID10 FID BenchThis is a small bench and low to the ground. I am 5'10" 170lb and my son is 6'2" 222lb and we both use it easily, so the smallness is an asset for our limited area but the size does not limit any exercises.We use dumbbells a lot and this bench is perfect for those exercises.Easily adjusts in seconds and is sturdily built.We already have a bench that is attached to our weight machine and I thought this new bench would get limited use but its portability/movability and its ease of adjustment have made it our main bench.We also put the back at a high angle and use it for dumbbell preacher curls.Extremely happy we got it!

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Product Description:
Bring everyday strength training into your living room with the Best Fitness BFFID10 bench. Ideal for barbell and dumbbell exercises, the bench is functional, compact, portable, and durable. The bench offers five starting positions--from a 10-degree negative decline to a 70-degree positive incline--along with durable and comfortable 1.75-inch upholstered pads. Once you've chosen the proper position, you can use the bench for dumbbell presses, bicep curls, shoulder presses, ab crunches, and just about any other sitting exercise. No other piece of equipment offers as much exercise versatility as a combination flat, incline, and decline bench.
The Best Fitness bench is also cheaper in the long run than joining a health club, which can be an expensive, time-consuming routine. Now you can achieve measurable benefits for your overall health by committing to a regular fitness regimen in the comfort and convenience of your own home. Other details include a durable powder-coated finish, safety pins and bolts for easy adjustments, and compatibility with a preacher curl accessory. Fully assembled right out of the box, the BFFID10 measures 18 by 17 by 54.5 inches (W x H x D) and carries a three-year warranty.


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