Should I buy a Bowflex PR1000?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

I released an Upgrade Kit to fix many of the problems I mentioned in this video. What it does best is add a ton of RESISTANCE! Check out this video to learn more about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZfYiGmIetJlo9E

[@peterpeter5666]

you dont lose weight biking easily . you lose more weight lifting weights!

[@rybodelerium]

Recently got the blaze, just wanna say I appreciate your videos. There's a severe lack of good bowflex vids.

[@eric58400]

Thanks so much! The lack of content out there is exactly why I started this channel.

[@rortines]

This is a really thorough video of your Bowflex. Thank you for the review. You did an excellent job presenting. This is a great value for a home gym. You pretty much get everything considering all the exercises you can do along with the build quality at $500. There are not many quality home gyms that can compete with Bowflex at this price point. Weider 2980 and 6900 come under $300/400 respectively. Marcy's home gyms seem to be where the quality is if you opt for real weights. That only comes in around $500 also, more on other models. Other makes and models that compare to Marcy would be in the $750 range. My point is that Bowflex's price at $500 can compete with other home gyms costing more. My only real concern is how it feels vs. real weights. Do you find the quiet resistance of the Bowflex satisfying or is this an acquired 'taste' vs. the 'clanking' noise and consistent feel of real weights during your range of motion?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Hi Ron, thanks for your comment! I think the clanging or rattle of the weights is really satisfying when counting reps. These days almost all my workouts on the Bowflex are HIIT (to a timer). As soon as I made that switch, I didn't miss the noise or rhythm of free weights. I don't know if I've ever used those exact Weider gyms, but I haven't loved similar machines. In my experience the resistance could be jerky and the limited bench settings/pulleys made for too few exercises.

[@ryansmith1543]

I'm looking at replacing my free weights with a home gym. I'm in my 50's and home gyms seem to be safer than free weights. I do not have anyone to spot me while I do bench presses and that can be dangerous. I can't push myself hard enough because of that danger. I'm looking at Bowflex and a system with weights. This video is pushing me towards the Bowflex.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Glad to hear it. If you regularly do sets of bench press with 155lbs or more and just want to replicate that experience on the PR1000, you're going to be disappointed. Full resistance on the PR1000 is going to be something like 125-130lbs. For me, the lack of resistance only becomes a problem for chest workouts. (For reference, my 1-rep max was ~210lb.) I think that I found a really good solution to that though by incorporating a Yoga Ball (kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWfZhnh_ndKrkLc). Note that I do plan to re-record that workout sometime. The audio quality isn't great. If you're still on the fence, check out my lift library & workout vids. If the workouts aren't your style, the lift library will give you an idea of all the lifts you can do on the Bowflex. I have vids coming out tomorrow for back and abs to accompany the chest, biceps, and triceps vids that are already there. Good luck and you should circle back and post with whatever you end up deciding! Thanks for the comment!

[@ryansmith1543]

@@BowflexWorkouts I'm only up to 127lbs on bench presses, but I could do more. I am just worried about not having a spotter and running into trouble with the weight. I will probably get the Bowflex Blaze. Should be very adequate for me. I'm moving next year and won't buy until after I move. I'll be watching your videos too.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@@ryansmith1543 Awesome!

[@normanbuchholtz697]

I ended buying the extreme 2. I am also 50 years old now and find the Bowflex provides the perfect workout for me. It is incredibly smooth in the movement and easier on the joints. The resistance is not necessarily to be considered as a unit of pounds. I am also not sure if the rods are proportionally in their resistance, i.e. a 20 rod is not really the same resistance as two 10 rods, neither is it 40% of a 50 rod. The Bowflex Extreme allows a full body workout in about 20 to 25 min. because it does not require pulley or cable rerouting during the workout compare to the other Bowflex models. I consider it partly cardio or circuit training since you can really move from one exercise to the next without a break. My 2 cents. Good Luck!

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Norman, glad to hear it and check out the rest of the channel for circuit workouts! Agree on not all the power rods being proportional. Between that and their weight being overstated, it's a little weird when comparing to free weights or other machines. But that doesn't have to get in the way of a good workout! Thanks for the comment.

[@Randy-ul5hy]

Great video. Question - can you purchase a lat pull down bar for the PR 1000 unit instead of using the separate handles?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Thanks and yes. It can be hard to find a Lat Bar that is compatible with it since almost every Lat Bar on the market uses a single, central clip though. It does make a big difference because the handles have a lot of slack in them and with the Bar resistance kicks in earlier in the rep. You can find one that I like here: bowflexworkouts.com/products/pulldown-row-bar I also just started selling an Upgrade Kit that I highly recommend for this machine. It is definitely the best way to upgrade the resistance, comes with a Lat Bar, and a bunch of other stuff to improve your Bowflex experience bowflexworkouts.com/products/flat-bench-upgrade-kit-with-lat-bar

[@kristiemiller3379]

Would this be a good buy for me? I do free weights but thinking of wanting to try something like this.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Check out the XCEED or XTREME. I have a video review on it linked in the description. It's more of a weightlifters machine, while the PR1000 is more general fitness imo Prices on both of those models are kind of high right now. Used is a very good option if you're in an area with them.

[@ebowalker571]

I have a Bowflex extreme 2E. You can get a good workout with it but it doesn't replace free weights. Free weight workouts are far superior.

[@dbtech4562]

I like that this Bowflex has a bench. Mine does so I use a TotalGym as a companion equipment with my Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE. Main disadvantage is it requires more floor space for both machines.

[@nicolapinna5140]

I just bought this one at good price on Amazon. Usually I do Free Weights, Kettlebells, Clubbells, Macebell, Indian Clubs, Animal Flow, Rope Flow, Calisthenics etc. Very thrilled to start with it

[@redstar199]

So how do you like it so far????

[@nicolapinna5140]

@@redstar199 it is very versatile and you can do a lot of exercises and the power rod system is very good

[@redstar199]

Im 75 pounds over the 300 weight limit, but i really want to lose weight

[@crystalgtz51]

Great video! Extremely informative, just what i needed! Thank you

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Awesome. Thank you!

[@LADHP]

I had no idea that I should unhook the rods! My bowflex came with a velcro wrap around my rods and I'm glad now I kept it. Just wrapped them back up. Thanks!

[@mitchkatz4918]

The strap will occasionally slide down the rods, I recall someone thought of pvc piping around the resistance holes to keep upright and easier to opperate.

[@WarDisciple1]

Makes sense that the weight does not feel correct. You are using pulleys.

[@mitchkatz4918]

it is a good machine and can increase your independence by reducing the need for spotter. I have trained with bowflex older model of power pro, I have tried squat attachment but felt that the resistance did not feel right and the cables limit the motion ie if taller person the max bend of the rod may be not a full finish of the exercise. I did max out the resistance and have a purvis bar which widens the lower pulley which adds greater ability to perform crossed pulley exercises- but note the resistance lessens as the rods bend differently then when in standard more arrow positioning. I did train biceps with BF(bowflex) and did go to gym to ascertain if my strength diminished any,suprisingly it hadn't but the resistance is definitely different than free weights. There is great amount of research on free weights as they have been around much longer than the home equipment of a BF but some research is available - "The Bowflex Body Plan: The Power is Yours - Build More Muscle, Lose More Fat" by Ellington Darden. I did have an injury not related to exercising and this equipment did help greatly. my Son utilizes this as well. And we find that the of the exercises does offer similar exercises as say you tube videos, or even in a traditional gym.

[@truman5838]

It looks like there's not much much resistance in the beginning of the motion. I was thinking about getting one but I think I'll pass. One of the best machines I've ever used was the Total Gym. It actually works and you never outgrow it. You can find used ones online for about $100. Folds up and slides under the bed or in your closet.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

"Not much much resistance in the beginning of the motion." That's accurate. Resistance increases throughout the rep. Sometimes that's good, sometimes that bad and it definitely takes some time to get used to that. I think that type of resistance works well for HIIT style routines, but usually not great for low rep style work. I owned a Total Gym way back, maybe 20 yrs ago. I felt like I outgrew it really fast since you could only do a fraction of your body weight. I always felt like they needed some bars or bands so you could add extra resistance. Fun machine to workout on though!

[@suhlshooter]

Can this be used without the bench? I’m in a wheelchair and it would be better for me if it could. Thanks.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

No, but the XTREME SE2 (nautilus.atkw.net/mgyE3Z) could potentially be used with a wheelchair. I have a video on the similar XCEED model that you can see here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZbck5WniJuLsMU I mention the XTREME SE2 for 2 reasons. (1) The XCEED has a platform that'd prevent you from backing in, the XTREME does not. (2) The SE2 has weight live on all pulleys, while the XCEED would require you do rack up one if you were to switch pulley position. A very important part of all Bowflexes is that you need to unhook all the resistance after your workout is complete (otherwise the rods wear out very quickly). I think adding or removing rods would be difficult from a wheelchair. I'm also not sure if the elastic band-like resistance would pair well with a wheelchair, it depends on the stability level you have when the wheels are locked. If I were in your shoes, look to get a cable tower + adjustable dumbbells. I haven't tested any of these below, but have read good stuff about all of them. Cable Tower (Costco Link) - www.costco.com/inspire-fitness-ftx-functional-trainer-with-bench-and-1-year-centr-app-subscription-included.product.100486673.html Same Cable Tower (Amazon Link) - amzn.to/44PHLSO Dumbbells (up to 25lbs) - amzn.to/3DqwNav Dumbbells (up to 52lbs) - amzn.to/3O9rRvS *the bowflex & amazon links are affiliate links. They don't cost you anything, but I get a small commission on them. One last thing on the cable tower. I think the steady resistance offered is important and you don't have to worry about removing the rods after completing a workout.

[@chojthoj08]

When u say not enough resistance. Why don't you add on more of the smaller bars to it?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Cause they don't provide a significant amount of resistance. Below are a couple links to other videos about upgrading this machine's resistance. Let me know if you have any other questions on it. This machine is on sale for prime day amzn.to/3Q6zzsJ How to add another set of 50lb Power Rods to the PR1000 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZobUaq2cgdyiitU Inexpensive Resistance Upgrade for the PR1000 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIenaKCCgdN7fLM

[@tecunumantonatiu4484]

More than 20 years

[@kalvinreeves527]

Yeah but what if it breaks and snaps you in the face

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Yeah, that doesn't happen. You're more likely to drop a weight on yourself.

[@5thhorseman982]

I accredit the rods not being worn to well... 😂 also you wouldnt be able to curl 80 or 90lbs lol. Post a free weight video.

[@terrythe2dmaniac71]

Very interesting, I do have multiple types of resistance bands, always felt an amazing pump with those however I never saw any growth with them, a great approach for conditioning and rehabilitation but not muscle growth.

[@Dbo61999]

You were great! Answered all my questions, professional, to the point, addressed issues I didn’t even know to lookout for and as someone trying to get into weight lifting, didn’t make me feel like an idiot. You did have earned a like and a new subscriber. Thanks for the great work

[@jake2287]

Can you do cable kickbacks with the 1000 or do you recommend the Blaze? I'm looking at these two mostly for leg work (leg extensions, presses, cable kick backs, etc.) It seems like the placement of the pullys on the Blaze is more suited for cable kickbacks, but the blaze is also more expensive right now. I'm a female, 135 pounds, so my resistance needs are much less than my Husbands, but he would definitely use this too. Thoughts?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

I would recommend the Bowflex XCEED for y'all. I've found the XCEED to have the best options for legs since there are more pulley positions and sometimes can limit your options. I don't have a review video for the XCEED just yet, but I have a bunch of follow-along routines for it. I think this first one would be more up your alley. In it I do cable kickbacks and other stuff for hips and glutes (I know my cable kickback form isn't great, it's still a new exercise to me). kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2Glpod9eLKcjbc kzbin.info/www/bejne/haWufmCQmsqpqdE In the second video, I do more Squats and Leg Extensions. There are no Leg Presses on this machine, but they're not great on the PR1000 or Blaze. I do have a workaround for that in this video though: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3iblGSAgLOmhNU Below is an affiliate link to the XCEED and right now it's $800. For most of the year, it's be selling at ~$680 on Amazon, so if there's not a huge rush, I'd wait for bit. Normally Bowflexes go on sale around the Black Friday/Cyber Monday. On Prime Day about a month ago it was $600. If you do buy new, please use the affiliate links here or in the description. I get a small referral fee and helps cover the cost of running the channel. Buying used is a reasonable option too. I see XTREMEs sell on Facebook Marketplace for ~$250 all the time. For the most part, they're good as new EXCEPT you might need to buy another set of Power Rods for them....and while I'm linking you to videos, here's one more: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4S1ZZ-ifdmLh7c Let me know what you decide! If you're holding off for a sale, sub to the channel and I'll post links to any good sales as they come up.

[@jake2287]

@@BowflexWorkouts Interesting, thanks! The XCEED wasn't on my radar, but I will definitely look into it. Out of curiosity, have you worked on the Revolution yet? That ones seems to be the latest and greatest (and of course, most expensive), but it looks like it can do a lot. Our drawbacks are ceiling height. The unit would be going into our basement with the dreaded drop ceilings. I'd have to measure all of these, but I think it'll be a matter of inches for some of them. We have a number of select tech items and love Bowflex.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@@jake2287 I have a revolution, but haven't gotten to work out on it much (only so many hours in the day, etc). I plan to do some videos for it next year. It does provide very good resistance--much more like a traditional cable machine in that the weight is constant for the entire rep. (power rods increase in resistance the further you bend) The machine itself is huge though! Heavy too! Very high quality, just bulky and lots of attachments. That's part of the reason I haven't gotten to use it much. I currently own 4 Bowflexes (PR1000, Blaze, XCEED, and revo) and have half of a two-car garage for it all and that's my "studio" for recording too. Anyways, the Revo has a great Leg Press! Possibly the best of any Home Gym that I know of. I can't say I've tested anything else in the $1K+ price bracket though, but I research a lot of other machines. If you do buy the Revo new, please reach out first. Those are expensive machines and referrals on those score me a real nice commission and don't cost you a penny.

[@jake2287]

@@BowflexWorkouts Looks like I have a lot of research to do! In your opinion, what is the best overall machine?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@@jake2287 it depends. The Revo is probably best, but expensive. The XCEED is best for people with experience in the gym as it's like a cable tower with a bench stapled into it. Good value too. The PR1000 is best for people getting into resistance training and it can double as a row machine (I have another video on that). Lowest price. The Blaze is an expanded PR1000 that can do extra stuff. Personally, if I had to choose machine for just me to work out on, it'd be the XCEED. I think that's the machine for you too, since it seems like you know your way around a gym too.

[@Rdfelic]

Almost looks like a Weirder crossbow

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Yeah, I think weider copied the Bowflex design. Either way, the 2 machines are very similar

[@MichelLinschoten]

Your weight assessment seems flawed, you're literally leaning backwards as you curled. Your body already pulled most of the weight before you started to curl. You should stand straight seems logical

[@BowflexWorkouts]

You're right and I would fix that part of the video if I could. The max resistance the machine puts out is between 100-110lbs.

[@MichelLinschoten]

@@BowflexWorkouts fair enough ! Good review I think I I should save up for the more expensive one tho.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@@MichelLinschoten The XCEED or the Revolution? If you're into weight lifting--which I assume you are with the critique on the form--the XCEED would be a better fit than the PR1000. I just did a review on that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZbck5WniJuLsMU Right now that one is only $650 on Amazon & more upgradable.

[@billlyell8322]

Are the rods replaceable, and why cant you just re place the smallest rods with a bigger rod?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Unfortunately, that doesn't work because the slots in the rod box are different diameters (pic: sportsmith.com/holder-for-rod-pack-bowflex/product/34382/) I recently started selling an upgrade kit for this machine that is a way better way to upgrade this machine if you're interested. You can find it here: bowflexworkouts.com/products/flat-bench-upgrade-kit-with-lat-bar

[@billlyell8322]

@BowflexWorkouts that's a bummer, I have not seen one in person yet, but I was interested in getting one. I didn't know the diameters are different. Thank you for the info

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@billlyell8322 the upgrade kit I linked is so much better than another set of rods. If you do get a Bowflex, you should definitely get that instead.

[@billlyell8322]

@BowflexWorkouts thanks ill definitely concider it for my new house

[@chappydon1]

Does this one have a row function?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

It does, but the out of the box row isn't very good. Check out this video for improving the row for cheap. Also, if you do purchase one, please use the links in the description. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2mWkn6Id76fmqc

[@tadafumi]

Any chance of the Blaze sliding or tipping if you are not sitting on it and you are pulling it’s max setting? Thanks

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Max setting with the stock 210lb of power rods, no. Maybe with the 410lb upgrade if you were doing something like a standing row from the top pulleys. All and all, it's a pretty sturdy & stable machine.

[@doctorshawn3461]

I am about 6'5, do you think that I am too tall for the pr1000? any insight would be helpful, thanks

[@BowflexWorkouts]

I think you should be fine. In a way, you might even be better off since the power rods will bend a bit further. Let me know if you have any other questions. And if you're planning to buy from Amazon, please use my links.

[@joedaddy415]

Do you recommend a bowflex for accessory movements, combined with free weights?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

I would recommend the Bowflex XCEED for that. Kind of as a cable tower. I have a separate review video of that machine linked in the description. Think that would be more up your alley

[@DrewAk49]

So this is good for cutting up...

[@borna430]

Thanks for the great video, Can I do bench press with PR1000?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

It's not a very satisfying Chest Press if you're used to doing 135+ Both the Blaze and the XCEED have better Chest exercises. I did a review of the XCEED here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZbck5WniJuLsMU & you can check out Bench Press on the Blaze here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHavc6yXpbOdhpo

[@theopeningset]

Do these machines move around or lift off the ground when you're doing exercises where you are not sitting on the bench? Like when you did curls and stood back further, does the resistance ever cause it to move like resistance bands would make something not firmly anchored move around?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

It can, but I've found that only happens through the top pulleys doing things like standing wood chop with a lot of weight on it. It's really uncommon and only happens on very few exercises.

[@mitchkatz4918]

Yes it can happen but a mat would help greatly to reduce this, mine is on a basement floor and it happens but positioning my foot on or near the base can greatly reduce any movement.

[@josephasinyo5116]

Thanks very much, Erick!

[@tecunumantonatiu4484]

It keeps your back safe and healthy!!

[@rickid.ramgoolie3758]

Hi. I am woefully unfit and would like to start getting healthier etc. Is this a good machine for an absolute first timer?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Definitely and I've got a whole playlist of Beginner workouts here: kzbin.info/aero/PL2v4RQMlW4AG2dDmimQKoZut7Kcph6zCO Not sure if you're in the market for buying new or used, but if new, they just went on sale today on Amazon. Back down to $500 after a couple months at $700. amzn.to/3EHlk87 (affiliate link that I earn a small commission on & doesn't cost you a thing) I also just put up a review of the Bowflex XCEED yesterday. It's a bit more of an advanced machine, but worth a look: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZbck5WniJuLsMU Let me know if you have any specific questions. Good on you for making the change to be healthier. You only get one body, take care of it!

[@rickid.ramgoolie3758]

@@BowflexWorkouts Thank you so much for your reply. and for the link. I am from Trinidad and Tobago and will have to buy one directly from a sports store. It'll cost around $550 USD. Thanks again!

[@BowflexWorkouts]

I hope you like the machine and come back for the workouts! Just be steady and consistent and you should make good progress. Lots of people burn out, I recommend setting goals like lift 3 times a week instead of lose X pounds. Make the goal about the process and the results will follow.

[@MoonishRamkissoon-w9e]

I will like to have one in that

[@ronfrancv286]

Thanks. Great video. I’ve decided not to go with bowflex

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Glad it helped!

[@rortines]

@@BowflexWorkouts After all the reviews, I kept going back to your review. I take what I said back. I bought the Bowflex Pr1000 and I'm happy with my decision. It feels different but 'good' different. I feel I have so much range of motion.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Awesome! If limited resistance is your cause for your deliberation, I'm working on a video about how to increase the PR1000's resistance. It won't be ready for a couple months still. You can email me at [e-mail] if you want an early look though. Glad to hear my review helped you out!

[@rortines]

@@BowflexWorkouts looking forward to it. I felt the maximum 210 lbs felt more like 105 but doing more reps makes up for that, maybe 2-5 more reps. That's fine.

[@danielhuynh1482]

I’m fortunate to pick up the Blaze for $130

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Great deal!

[@josephasinyo5116]

Great video. Thank you

[@clasik01]

Wait are you saying you cant do Bench presses on this machine?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

If you are used to doing reps +135lbs on bench press, you are going to be disappointed with the out-of-the-box resistance. I have found using a Yoga Ball can help with that (since it forces the power rods to bend further = more resistance). I'm also working on another video about how to increase resistance of the PR1000. If that's something you're really concerned about, contact me at [e-mail] and I can share more about that. Here's a link to a video using the Yoga Ball: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaGvo6Zjntxjh5Y If you do buy and this info has been helpful to you, please consider using the links in the description.

[@saqibchughtai8437]

Thanks for a nice comparison video.

[@dominicjosephofoluwa5894]

What home gym equipment can I get that can help me lose belly fat and give a good workout?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

You can't really target where you lose body fat--you just lose body fat. For example, crunches won't cause you to lose weight in your mid-section. My recommendation for calorie burning would be a spin bike. I have a Bowflex C6 bike, but as I was looking, I found Amazon has an insane deal on a C7 (the upgraded version). Only $350 for a $1100 bike: amzn.to/3nRbQh9 *I am an amazon affiliate and make commissions on referrals, but I have one of these bikes and love it! It also comes with a 1 yr JRNY app membership. That's a hell of a deal right now!

[@dominicjosephofoluwa5894]

@@BowflexWorkouts ok. What's the best home gym equipment for workout and cardio?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@@dominicjosephofoluwa5894 the bike I linked you to is what I use for cardio. That and jogging. I highly recommend it, especially at that price. For strength training, I like the PR1000 a lot, but it depends on your situation. If you're more of an experienced lifter, I'd look at the XCEED. What's objectively the best, I can't answer that. I haven't tested every product. But I do recommend these and think they are a good value.

[@slugzkea]

If you haven't already, can you review the Xtreme 2 SE?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

I plan to, but it's going to be at least a few months (super busy with my day job). Do you have any particular questions on it? In short, it's more of a weight-lifters machine.

[@slugzkea]

@@BowflexWorkouts Nothing particularly, just want to hear your opinion on it. I have one, got it used for $250 absolute steal, love the machine. I had a first gen bowflex many years ago, then a bowflex XTL, and now the X SE 2. Maybe there are a few tricks and variations you know of that I don't in regards to certain workouts.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

I'm still figuring out that myself. I assume you already saw the workouts on the Exceed/Xtreme that I just started posting last week. I've only had the machine for about a month and will share my findings as I go

[@crossxedge1986]

I just bought one of these and they retail for 800$ got it on sale for 600$. Kind of a misleading video.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Misleading? Give me a break. It was $500 when I recorded the video and float between $600-$680 on amazon. They were even $480 at one point this year. What's misleading is Amazon telling you that they are marked down from $800. They've never sold them for $800.

[@crossxedge1986]

Well I understand that and actually if you go to Amazon it’s marked down to 600 instead of 800 just look it up. No reason to get bent over the comment. Honestly I really like the video i actually saved it for later once I get mine on because of the work outs you did will help me learn to use it.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

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[@danielhuynh1482]

I picked up a 2 yr old Blaze for $130

[@huskyhakunaadventures3056]

Can u do legs on this machine?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Yes, you can, but it's not great. (1) The leg press is a joke, until you add more resistance. Refer to this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIenaKCCgdN7fLM after adding more resistance, it's serviceable. (2) Squats aren't good on this machine, better on the Blaze and best on the XCEED/XTREME (3) Leg curls aren't great on this machine, but work well on the Blaze. Personally, I like the XCEED and XTREME a lot for Legs. I did a review on that machine here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZbck5WniJuLsMU and I talk about Leg work on it at 8:52 in that review. If you do buy new, please use the links and let me know if you have any other questions.

[@tecunumantonatiu4484]

Great machine

[@inconvenientfacts8896]

What would you say it’s equivalent to in free weight dumbbell press? What about bench press? At least 135? I want something for when I can’t make it to the gym and just trying to figure out if it’s even enough weight to be effective. I don’t have enough room for the blaze unfortunately.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

In the video I said it's around a 135lbs equivalent, but mine is starting to feel more like 120lb. Possible that my rods have worn down a bit since recording. I have been finding a few ways to upgrade resistance though. I haven't shared though because I'm still testing things and want to get a bunch of workouts in before recommending. The more I test, the more I feel there are ways to upgrade the resistance. Shoot me an email at [e-mail] if you want more details there. I hope to have some videos out on this topic in about 3 months. I know that's a ways out, but I want to be absolutely sure before I recommend anyone buy anything....and everything I'm testing makes think the PR1000 is a very good buy.

[@inconvenientfacts8896]

@@BowflexWorkouts So it’s plenty for the average guy to at least have a good bicep/tricep workout? I’d be happy if I can at least do that.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@@inconvenientfacts8896 Definitely! The stock resistance is more than adequate for biceps/triceps. It's sufficient for most back exercises too. Chest & legs are really the only muscle groups where I'd like the resistance to be disappointing. For chest, I've found that incorporating a yoga ball helps with that. See here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWfZhnh_ndKrkLc

[@inconvenientfacts8896]

@@BowflexWorkouts nice, I ordered one this morning.. can’t wait

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Yes dude! Check out the rest of the channel once you're all set up. I have an lift library and follow along workouts.

[@hkffishguy1]

If heading up towards $1000 what other home gyms would be more worth the money then bow flex?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

That's about where my knowledge runs out and maybe the Bowflex is still the best option for some people... it's just the value proposition of the PR1000 isn't as good with the Blaze. For those that like free weights though, I would recommend getting those with a nice bench and cage instead. For those that want a pulley based machine, I've always liked the looks of the Nordictrack Fusion CST, but I've never used it myself. Wish I could be more helpful than that!

[@yanastan2310]

Thank you

[@henrikbrmer6318]

Have you tried af Bioforce?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

Nope. Looks really similar though.

[@midlifegamer1711]

Can get it used for 100bucks

[@BowflexWorkouts]

That's a hell of a deal!

[@midlifegamer1711]

@@BowflexWorkouts looks saggy though. But i havent worked out sonce 2009 lol so starting light i guess isnt a bad thing

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@@midlifegamer1711 Did you end up buying it? I got busy and didn't mean to leave you hanging. Anyways, saggy Power Rods aren't good, but yeah, you might need to upgrade them. If you do, keep the old ones. I'll have a video about how to add more 50's to the PR1000. Might be a few months. 2 other options for you. (1) Spin the Power Rods around so they bend the other way. This will work for a while, but not sure how long. (2) I've got an inexpensive upgrade video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIenaKCCgdN7fLM If you plan to do any Leg Press on this machine, you'll want to upgrade it.

[@midlifegamer1711]

@@BowflexWorkouts no something seemed shady with the seller

[@BowflexWorkouts]

​@@midlifegamer1711 Ah, well keep looking. You can get them second hand all the time. There's also upright versions that are pretty good too. I did a review on the XCEED too and might want to keep that in mind. They are a bit more advanced--basically it's good to have some weight room experience for that model. (kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZbck5WniJuLsMU)

[@bigdog7914]

Can you address the rod warranty

[@BowflexWorkouts]

The rod warranty covers broken rods, but not worn down rods. Failing to remove them from tension after a workout will wear them down quickly. The warranty does not cover worn rods. I assume the warranty is not transferrable and I have not heard of anyone having rods replaced through it. Replacement rods can be purchased here: amzn.to/3stjuBr (disclosure: this is a referral link that I may make commissions on) Replacements are a bit expensive, but if they restore your whole experience, it'll be worth it. I also have a video about upgrading resistance that you can find here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2mWkn6Id76fmqc It's currently unlisted because I had a elastic band break on me after about 10 workouts and so I'm troubleshooting that. I think they were damaged during an extended row machine workout, but until over got it figured out, the video is unlisted.

[@bigdog7914]

@@BowflexWorkouts Thanks for the response! Subbed already, but this assures that I will stay subbed. Buying a unit today for 40 bucks and in the pics the untethered bands appear to be in the same position as in your video, so hoping for the best. Won't be surprised if I end up replacing some of the rods, so I will be viewing your link, I am sure.

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@@bigdog7914 awesome and thank you! Let me know if you have any other questions and hope you like the workouts. Buying used and refreshing the rods is a very cost effective way to do it.

[@bigdog7914]

​@@BowflexWorkouts Refreshing? I viewed a video that covered turning the rods 180 can restore some resistance, would that be effective?

[@BowflexWorkouts]

@@bigdog7914 yes, it would for a while and probably the best place to start. Somewhere I read that won't last like that for too long, but you are right that should work....I just don't know how long. If you do go that route, keep me posted on how it works for you