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 I finally found the perfect workout machine. May 12, 2006
James R. Schwartz (Michigan City, IN United States)
143 out of 147 found this review helpful
I've been looking for quite a while for an "all-in-one" home gym, to replace several pieces of gym equipment that I've been using regularly for several years: a Weider 8510 pulley-type machine, a Roman crunch bench; a Body by Jake; and free weights.
I looked at the "Total Gym" machine (the one pushed by Christie Brinkley and Chuck Norris). I went to their website and requested their free video; a few days later, I got a phone call from them, telling me that if I bought it that very day, I could save $100. "I want the video", I said. I never got the video. That sent up "red flags" in my head for the Total Gym people. I resent being hustled.
Then I found this item, the Total Body Works 5000. I could not find a single negative review for it, anywhere.
I bought it. I love it. Even though I've been working out for years, I am impressed. It will help free up a lot of space in my basement!
My favorite home gym September 27, 2006
Reticuli (Las Vegas)
65 out of 66 found this review helpful
I'm on my second one, now. The newer versions have thicker board padding, better quality vinyl, and some improvements in the wielding. The corners of the board's vinyl will eventually start splitting still, but some black tape can solve this. It doesn't really alter its function if you just let it happen without taping. Every few years the gym needs to be replaced as parts wear, but at these prices you could actually buy a new one each year and still be saving money compared to the competition. Certain parts will not wear, and you can take them off the old one and keep as spares considering how expensive buying each one is from Weider. Some caution is necessary on the single-pole stand. Make sure the peg is always securely in before getting on the machine. Also never let pets or children get anywhere close to that end when you're using it. Finally, inspect the cable routinely for significant damage and replace it BEFORE the cable actually breaks. Never use it until failure. I do not work for this company, but am speaking from experience.
What can i say? February 24, 2006
Steve Doan (Seattle, WA)
102 out of 107 found this review helpful
My body is hurting. I've checked this and the total gym out before buying and i havve t o say save yourself a couple hundred dollars and get something that may not have the same name, but does absolutely the same thing. it comes with 4 things that you have to install and its easy, unless something is really wrong with you. You use your body weight as resistance along with the 4 resistance cables that are attached. You also get posters of workout moves that you can do. fold down, easy to get out of the way, Im happy with this buy and im sure you will be too.
Wow...this thing is Great! April 6, 2006
East Bound Traveler (Williamsburg, VA)
35 out of 35 found this review helpful
I am a fairly large guy at 6'2" 218 lbs and this thing really works me out! I am use to working out with free weights so I was skeptical that it would do enough for me. But I was severely wrong. Of course it still lacks on the benching aspect (which was to be expected), it makes up for it with the other chest exercises that can be done. It is a really well constructed piece of equipment. It is sturdy enough to handle someone like me and larger. Overall it is a great machine and it allows me to get a great workout at home. And for the money, you can't beat it!
Excellent! March 29, 2006
M. Lamarca
32 out of 32 found this review helpful
I was a bit skeptical regarding the effectiveness of this machine. I doubted it's capacity to work the whole body, using only 2 cables and a foot plate. Well, I was WRONG!!!! This machine is great. My husband was doubtful, and hinted that I was wasting our money. Well, even he admits that it is a great machine, and capable of replacing MANY machines, and a gym membership (my goal). He has been working out consistenly for over 20 years, and admits that this machine is all that the company claims. Cheap too. I paid 129.00 at sports authority (shipping included), and it arrived 3 days after I ordered it!!!!! It truly lives up to the promise (with your discipline and consistency). Highly recommended.
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