Total Gym Evolve Review: Is it Worth it?

[@TheTinfoilmanlive]

I'll wait a few years and buy it used for 500.00 from some one that just forgot about it in their garage :)

[@g.v.fitmason1326]

Right off Facebook Marketplace

[@jasona9351]

The price is crazy. Would be nice if they would sell a upgrade platform for the fit.

[@ThePrimetimeEric]

I’ve been using Total Gym/ GTS since 2005. I would purchase this machine in a sec but $2500-$2200 US for this “evolved” upgrade is absolutely ridiculous when I paid $799 Canadian in 2020 for a Total Gym Fit on the TSC (Canada’s QVC). I’m hopeful the company is keeping an eye on the comments on your channel and reconsider the shopping channel option.

[@hybridresistance]

@@ThePrimetimeEric the only thing to consider and is that a reality for all Home gym review products is that the vast majority of people who buy are not watching KZbin videos prior to their purchase. I recently had a major brand tell me that even people like garage reviews is only about less than 5% of their total market

[@surfinairwaves9284]

I agree that’s an outrageous price

[@toneman8478]

2G for something that probably costs TG about 100 bucks to manufacture is ridiculous

[@JayB-JayB]

You're the Total Gym expert, Mike! I trust your opinion on these machines.

[@JayB-JayB]

Mike, meet with Total Gym and tell them they should hire YOU to demonstrate the various workouts on their Total Gym channel! Tell Total Gym that hiring you is guaranteed to help their viewership and sales.

[@hybridresistance]

@@JayB-JayB I’ve got a bias, but put in a good for me!

[@loulopez554]

I agree Mike is better than anyone Total Gym has ever used.

[@Zane_Zaminsky]

@@loulopez554 Christie Brinkley 😉

[@keithkiser7011]

I love the glide board, but can't justify the price. I'll stick with my XLS for now.

[@RobertCombs70]

XLS with Mac Block is probably better than the fit. I bought Mac Block from Mike and it changed them 6 levels tremendously, plus weight bar attachment. i have no regrets. Still use it. i don't have a lot of space for anything else anyway. .Chuck Norris is where it all began really, but Mike exposed it much more than Chuck ever did. And i was convinced to buy my sliding bench.

[@JayB-JayB]

Your Swivel recommendation was a game changer for my Total Gym cable system. Thanks for that, Mike!

[@hybridresistance]

@@JayB-JayB I can’t take full credit for that someone gave me that comment years ago. The only thing I’d add was that I recommended a heavy dutyswing swivel

[@surfinairwaves9284]

Beautiful machine I’m loving that upgrade, but that price tag kind of kills it! lol

[@kriswempa5171]

For double the price, they should have included some other enhancements. While the adjustable glide board can certainly improve some exercises, I just can't justify that price tag for such minor improvements. I would only consider buying this used or on sale at a big discount.

[@hybridresistance]

While I do appreciate the glide board, I feel another major novel innovation was in order to warrant the name .

[@g.v.fitmason1326]

​@hybridresistance , They should've Gave this Model the XLS Glide Board. It has two Head Rests and also Helps when you knuckle down

[@kevincrawford6243]

This is a great video. I appreciate your objectivity. I've had an XLS for about 10 years and haven't been convinced to upgrade yet. If I were starting from scratch I'd probably get a Fit.

[@hybridresistance]

@@kevincrawford6243 thanks so much Kevin.

[@reneecauble4970]

Always enjoy your honest reviews

[@hybridresistance]

Thank you.

[@tristanhnl]

23:00 Another consideration in addition to value/functionality/price, is space. Sure $2200-2500 might get me a lot more hardware. But I don't have a big ol' garage. I live in a 600 sq foot apartment, and while I would love to have a squat rack and a big home gym in general, it's simply out of the question. So the TG is closer to ideal for what I want in a home gym. Having said that, my 4-year old FIT more than suffices for my needs, so I likely won't upgrade to the Evolve unless I can get it at a lower price.

[@MrLogic204]

I still have my total gym 1000. My uncle got it for me and my brother when we were kids. I'm 40 now so it's at least 30 yrs old.

[@hybridresistance]

@@MrLogic204 that’s awesome! The 1000 is great. I picked up a used one for $15 and it was great

[@billg7813]

I sure do like that tilt glide board. My 11000 is still solid. I think I’ve had it over 20 years now and at 71, it may well outlast me but I sure like that Evolve glade board.

[@williamsullivan1126]

I really like the ability to have the glide board ride horizontally, especially for trunk twisters. For the premium price, and to introduce their new product, IMHO other premium accessories should be included, such as a Pilates bar, a weight bar, and dip bars, and adding some resistance bands could really set the machine apart. The swivels are a must as well, and adding to that a set of extra cables of varying lengths with carabiner clips would improve the exercise experience. Good clip!

[@hybridresistance]

@@williamsullivan1126 thanks William. I agree on most of those points

[@robertcook2680]

The TG exercise deck IS cumbersome, in that the cards are loose and it becomes a mess to keep them all in order. My first TG (purchased 1999) had a deck that was bound together with a spiral binder wire. It was easy to flip to the pages you wanted without losing convenient and orderly access to the workouts. I have remedied this for myself: I bought a three ring binder, half-sized, to fit the size of the deck cards. I didn't want to punch holes in the cards, so I bought the plastic document holders that are available for ring binders, where you slip the document into a plastic sleeve with three holes already built in. They do make the plastic document sleeves at the half size as well. There are no half-size dividers I could find that worked well, (size issues), so I made my own dividers out of poster board, with my own tabs cut into the dividers with an Xacto knife. Before this, I never bothered much looking through the exercise deck. Now I refer to is all the time, as it is easy to handle and flip from one card and section of the deck and still keep everything in order for quick and easy location of the cards I want. As for the Evolve, it looks very nice. If I didn't already have the FIT, (bought last year off QVC for $699.00...with a cornucopia of attachments!) I would seriously consider this machine. But...I'm happy with the FIT, so that'll be my model until...who knows?

[@hybridresistance]

@@robertcook2680 great tip. Others will find that useful.

[@PaulHo]

Would love an aftermarket digital resistance attachment for weights. Go all the way functional cable trainer and sliding bench!

[@SkylerKingTW]

Just looking at this, it appears to be a legitimate improvement over older designs. The dual, side by side uprights made from square (or maybe rectangular?) tubing. The foot shape. The glideboard being able to change angle is a very obvious improvement that people have been specifically asking about for years. I also notice that the holes for the weight bar attachment are closer to the middle of the glideboard, which is another thing that I remember people asking about many dozens or hundreds of times. I even ended up modifying my old XLS to have additional weight bar holes in the middle of the glideboard. The 500lbs weight limit is a huge deal, too, especially given the adjustability of the glideboard angle. And it finally has WHEELS! That is another modification that has been common with a lot of Total Gym users. Having wheels makes all the difference in the world. This is the first Total Gym I have seen that actually tempts me to upgrade from my XLS... Though, I have no idea how much it would cost to get one shipped to Taiwan, lol.

[@hybridresistance]

@@SkylerKingTW I was wondering the same thing about the holes but I guess they are thee for the basic function of how the board adjusted. But I do think they took all the best parts of all recent models and threw them all into one. I think you’d dig it for sure.

[@KarinL.]

Thank you for this comment and your thoughts on it, too, Skyler. Although it’s an answer to Mike, I appreciate your opinion and thoughts, too.

[@robertcook2680]

My first Total Gym, bought in 1999, had wheels attached. This video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/omXYnK1sntWDnZo) shows a slightly later and very slightly updated model that is 99% physically identical to the one I had. You can see the wheels at the bottom of each side of the ladder. I loved that model! I let it go when we moved across several states, as I was unsure if we would have room for it. After a couple of years, I missed having it, so I bought a TG FIT last year on QVC. Not as heavy as the earlier TG, but, in operation, identical! Back in the saddle again!

[@mrqualityreviewer4752]

For the price they should have made it more like the GTS extra rail height. And cable that can connect to the rail for the greater resistance. Honestly this machine should probably be 1500 at best

[@hybridresistance]

@@mrqualityreviewer4752 I think most were expecting at least one or two more additional novel features other than the adjustable glide board.

[@mrqualityreviewer4752]

@@hybridresistance💯I was hoping that was total gyms plan for that price point

[@thomaskennedy7842]

I wonder if they have a patent on that level glide board? Otherwise, I'd love to see gr8 flex incorporate that feature.

[@paulh4689]

I like the new platform, and the changes they made as far as how to lower and raise. But like someone said already, would be nice if I could just upgrade my totalgym fit with the new platform. No way spending what they want for the evolve. Appreciate the honest review!!

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Paul

[@Brockthedog315]

Please total gym. Sell an evolve glide board separately that will at least work with the fit. This would allow my wife, in her 60’s as am I, to use the total gym. Currently, the fit is just too low to the floor. This might limit some things she could do but hey, any use is better than nothing. Thanks for this review. Appreciate your wealth of experience and giving us your honest thoughts. I think this horizontal glide board is a game changer for TG as time goes on and deals start occurring.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks so much for the comment. I think everyone is in agreement that they wished they sold the board separately, but I understand from a business side why they don't.

[@shiwakuseven5859]

All of the Total Gyms are essential the same-- that is, a cable and pulley system with a glide board. My advice is to buy a used one from Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. I bought mine for $100. A Total Gym is excellent if you want to do a light workout or work on eccentric exercises, train to failure with nonmaximal effort, or for static holds or pauses. Vladimir Zatsiorsky, the renown former consultant to the Soviet Olympic Teams and Louie Simmons both recommend rotating new exercises and strength training methods to avoid muscular accommodation, which can result in decreased performance and stagnation. The Total Gym offers a different kind of stimulus to home gym users.

[@dash4800]

Same, got mine for a hundred bucks from a used gym equipment store. Functionally there really isn't much difference. I don't have a weight bar but I can just put weights in a backpack or something. The tiny upgrades from version to version are in no way worth paying $2500.

[@someonethatisachristian]

got the body lift bl1 myself. you had a lever gym here, with weights youre looking at a bit of $. body lift bl1 use yourself as a weight magazine, with a couple of adjustable dumbbels and some 5 kilo plates which is nice to have anyway set up with the right weight for shoulder or back flyers etc, you can add a few kilos to the body lift seat or footrest, and you have up to 200 kilo or 440 lbs resistance! i bet that setup will give you most home gym pr $ if you want a workout similar to a professional gym and buy new!

[@rambojohn7118]

For that price tag this machine doesn’t even come with upgraded pull up handles , the better ab crunch attachment and a couple other accessories. I wonder if the rollers need to be replaced and the cables ? Than the plastic pulleys.

[@HNunyabusiness]

Chuck Norris TG is fine for most people. Add a set of dumbbells and power tower and you’re good.

[@Chinekeh]

I woke up this morning to check to see your review. It wasn’t there. Hence, here I am. Can you sell your workout poster as a PDF?

[@hybridresistance]

@@Chinekeh don’t know why I never thought of that, but I will look into that for sure

[@FrankATracy]

My Total Gym 11,000 that I bought in 2004 came with wheels, as did the 14,000 and maybe some other early units. The company did away with them to save money on construction costs (though of course they charged more). Sad that most companies go in that direction. Glad to hear they brought the wheels back!

[@bjrb73]

Thank you for the review. I like the upgrades, but no way they are worth the price. I'll stick with my Fit.

[@kenholtzman4298]

A very fair review. The current price is way out of line and I'd be curious how well this new model sells. I'll stick with my 2 year-old $270 Apex 1. Appreciate all you have done for the Total Gym community over the years.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks so much Ken

[@raiden225005]

Another great review. Shame to hear these won’t make it to QVC. If the price ever gets below 2k I might consider getting this.

[@hybridresistance]

@@raiden225005 time will tell on that one, but I was pretty shocked as I said in the video that it won’t be.

[@WhiteLotusOm]

I love my XLS as I prefer the larger board but I would never ever pay $2,500 plus the tax yikes or even anywhere near that price for this piece of equipment plus I noticed it moving around a lot when you used it. It also just looks like cheaper components so I’ll continue to take care of my XLS and save my money but thanks for a great lengthly review as your videos are always great thank you! 💙🏋️‍♀️

[@hybridresistance]

@@WhiteLotusOm thanks so much for watching appreciate it

[@JoseSuarez-bk3qg]

I have to say “You Are The Man” to acquire another Total Gym on the higher price point. The Evolve is a bit too rich for my blood. I don’t think the functionality of the Evolve is any different than the Fit model or any of the smaller frame models of the Total Gym line up. I finally pulled the trigger on QVC and picked up the Total Gym apex 3 Plus at the sale process of $299.00 because it came with the ab crunch accessory with is half the price ($160.00)of the Apex 3 Plus when on sale. So far so good as I only use the Total Gym as a drop set accessory when incorporated to my barbell and dumbbell strength training routine. My wife loves it and uses it more than me which is great. Overall, I just can’t see myself spending that much money for a Total Gym despite the bench can be set at a flat surface.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Jose. You're one of the originals I remember using using the Ultimate Body Works. Awesome to hear you got something new and your family is enjoying it.

[@JoseSuarez-bk3qg]

@@hybridresistance Mike, I still have the have the Ultimate Bodyworks and it’s in great condition as I still use it. As you had mentioned resistance bands are the best source of resistance for a sliding bench fitness equipment. I find myself using them on the Total Gym exclusively, especially when the glide board is on a lower incline. I’m using 13 inch flat bands from Clench Fitness and they work great. The setup is loop one end of the band on the edge of the front crossbar (be sure to loop the other band on the other end) and loop the other end of the band on the weight bar attachment. The resistance is felt immediately. Thanks to you for showing the possibilities of adding additional resistance on a sliding bench trainer.👍🏾

[@zacharybishop]

It would be nice to have an adjustable glideboard to upgrade / mod the XLS / FIT models without spending thousands. I'd often though of ways to do this (foam wedge) but ultimately it seemed like too much work, and I created extension cables that run to the lower section of the board's weight bar just to keep "inverted" exercises (curls) more upright to avoid blacking out. :-D

[@liljoe7171]

Any/Every TG is pricey...now that I use one(they are an absolute quality product) It would still b hard for me to pull the trigger on a new one. I luv what they did w/ the glide board...I luv my XL, will hold onto it n may upgrade to Evolve if I see one on the used market...🏋️‍♂️👍

[@hybridresistance]

@@liljoe7171 thanks for watching. I know you’re a die hard TG fan.

[@Zane_Zaminsky]

Still like the black Total Gym Elevate Encompass. (Same as the GTS, but looks better.) 😉

[@MyHomeGym_]

Great review, Mike! Total Gym would benefit a lot from your feedback in this video. Solid and valid points in this one. Good work 💯

[@hybridresistance]

@@MyHomeGym_ thanks Larry. Keep the content coming on your side brother.

[@powerplay4real174]

It's a great machine and I hope to upgrade one day when I can afford it without going to financial jail. But I like the 500 pound weight capacity and the new glide board. 😊 Great review. 👍

[@reneecauble4970]

They should make these glide boards for the older models.

[@BearMetL]

Great review, nice looking machine, I know all these companies are out to make money, but for what this probably cost to build the price is effing ridiculous. think I'll keep my fit.

[@hybridresistance]

Appreciate you watching brother. Thank you for the comment

[@Nick-NY]

If total gym really wants to evolve, they need to add resistance bands.

[@cyclwestks]

I started following you for the resistance band with platform & bar & led to me picking up a cheap FIT after watching your TG vid’s. While I do like the upgrades, as others mentioned, I can’t see me spending the $$$$. Outstanding review, btw.

[@hybridresistance]

@@cyclwestks appreciate trusting my videos my friend

[@JayB-JayB]

The Evolve is almost a portable version of the GTS.

[@williamnunez9609]

You are right about the name, it would have been better off just selling the glide board as an evolved accessory to existing total gyms with better wheels. Better to penny-pinch than try to make an overpriced item and hope it sells well when they are so alike. The test now will be to see how well the glide wheels hold up and are those plastic pullies going to be a replacement item.

[@robertcook2680]

I got my first TG in 1999. The pullies in that TG were plastic, and in all the years I had and used that TG, they never needed replacement. The glideboard wheels, however, did need to be replaced after about three/four years. I bought my replacement wheels from HUCK PRODUCTS, who are still in business and providing high quality replacement parts for the TG. (I now have a FIT, and I will buy some replacement wheels--and cable--from HUCK PRODUCTS without waiting for either to wear out, but to have them on hand when the time comes.)

[@robbakewell2908]

Thanks for the review Mike. I think the biggest improvement Total Gym has made are the adjustable pulleys. Being tall when I do chest presses I slide down towards the bottom of the board, so the adjustable pulleys would be helpful for that and other exercises I think. Combined with the adjustable bench the options could be endless. I think the higher models have it all. I’ll stick with my Fit, but If I find a used GTS or Encompass I’ll pick one up. Thanks again.

[@hybridresistance]

@@robbakewell2908 I’m sure they have other tricks up there sleeve with some new stuff coming as well

[@robertcook2680]

What do you mean by "adjustable pulleys?"

[@JayB-JayB]

Im REALLY curious about this Mike!

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks JAY

[@froger3582]

Another great review, Mike. Curious if the XLS board will fit on the TG Fit. I love my Fit, but would like the extra space the XLS board would give.

[@hybridresistance]

Thank you my friend. Yes, the XLS board will fit on FIT. Thank you

[@taylorpark3544]

I would LOVE to upgrade to this from my XLS, but that price is impossible... I mean even the Fit and XLS at retail price is high and not worth the price for most, but double the price of the Fit is just crazy. The upgrades are marginal and some parts are downgrades but Total Gym is definitely taking advantage of their "Whales" first and probably will eventually allow discounts and such; especially if not a lot of people buy the Evolve. But darn... well I will keep my eyes peeled for a marketplacd deal to see if I can get one for a good price down the line. But that price would easily get anyone more versitile equipment: it would easily get you: 1. A very nice squat rack with 300lbs of weight plates and a nice barbell. 2. A functional trainer with dual 200lb stacks and attatchements. 3. A full Harambe system and a X3 system along with all the bands you would eved need. 4. Two pairs of Rep x Pepins adjustable dumbells up to 125lbs each. I mean come on, its still only residential quality. They really don't care about designing a better product overall, they only focus on their main demographic (older folks and fitness newbies) to sell these which is sad because there is a massive market that could be tapped. One day once I get better with my CNC machine, I'm gonna design and build some selectorized arms and to add to my XLS and see if I can add more variety... but this is still a couple years away.

[@DaviWalt]

9:20 Coop is saying the metal pulleys deteriorate the cables faster but I don’t know if he’s ever tried Huck Cables yet.

[@hybridresistance]

Yes, I actually got back from Force USA HQ and had a long discussion with them about aluminum vs high quality nylon cables. So I do think the aluminum hype is real. I thought in Coop's recent video with BOLT machine he was stressing aluminum cables so I was surprised that you said otherwise.

[@DaviWalt]

@@hybridresistanceI think he was saying a company told him there was a trade off: the aluminum pulleys would last longer but the cable would wear faster. Idk maybe that company was just giving him excuses.

[@kyles8391]

What am I missing, this seems more of the same from Total Gym. I have the RS Encompass that I bought new 5 years ago that has the adjustable glide board and a MASSIVE squat stand. There's nothing new in this design. Having a paper based training deck feels dated in today's digital world. I like the idea of mount for a tablet or phone to offer digital content like workouts, interactive training programs, etc. Personally I'd like to see an integration with a pair of Maiak Trainers (or similar systems) for digital resistance and an interactive screen to compete with the emerging digital gym space. That would be an appropriate name for the Evolve. Completely agree on the swivel hooks, those are AMAZING.

[@hybridresistance]

@@kyles8391 thanks for this comment Kyle. I think the slide deck was a neat feature when it first came out, but I agree I feel like it is kind of dated. However, I know a lot of people do like those visual pictures. The poster is for sure due for an upgrade.

[@josephvendetti1330]

Great in depth review Mike! I agree with your thoughts about the "Evolve" name as well. I was hoping they added loop band anchors to really evolve the usefulness but i dont think its worth the extra $. Thanks to your guidance and recommendations i have the Huck wheels,handles and cable and the swivel hooks and my TG FIT is smooth as silk,just wish they came up with a direct loop band anchor and suspended trainer anchor or at least upgraded attachments to make it truly "Evolve"

[@hybridresistance]

@@josephvendetti1330 what I also will give them is that I know they are pretty diligent about safety. So I assume that plays a role and not rocking the boat in the engineering that has been proven to work. However, with that being said, I definitely pinched my fingers a good five times again with this new model.

[@fdwebb9732]

I wanted to see an upgrade with better leg work options.

[@hybridresistance]

I'm with you on that.

[@staciejackson7497]

Thanks Mike. Is the length of the rails longer? For taller people etc. Great video.

[@hybridresistance]

I don't know off hand, but I think they're the same.

[@loulopez554]

I have also used my suspension straps on the TG and it works great.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Lou. that's one of those things you forget can get great use on a Total Gym.

[@jaleesa00]

Evolved SBT to hybrid resistance 💪🏼

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Jaleesa

[@captainguns9761]

Great to see a total gym video again. Wondering if u have ever had or tryed the XLi model which in 🇬🇧 I managed to get off a guy who had no idea what he was selling me & it even came with the best handles. Was funny cos he new nothing about it & I couldn’t wait for him to stop talking and get it off him . Myt of paid £70 I can’t remember

[@hybridresistance]

@@captainguns9761 I have heard and seen that but definitely never tried that one. I have to look into that though again to see exactly what you’re talking about about the handles

[@vitalec2055]

Try to talk to the company if u could do stuff Invert it stuff can they do stuff for decline they same way like invert it I love this

[@RobDouglas3]

Thanks!

[@hybridresistance]

Wow, thank you so much Rob. Extremely appreciate that. Please feel free to let me know what you want to see and or questions you may have.

[@GGhostStudios]

The gts lite 😂 when you were doing chest press with those straps attached to the tower, I use the Pilates attachment to do the same, plus many other exercises

[@hybridresistance]

@@GGhostStudios it really is a mix of the GTS, fit, and XLS. That middle section will definitely be useful for sure. Thanks as always for watching.

[@Mrwatson185]

Man that price is a hard sell. Do you think they might be targeting commercial / rehab centers with it over home gym consumers?

[@hybridresistance]

@@Mrwatson185 I think they are really targeting that upsell for the glideboard. They are apparently selling well with little marketing right now.

[@chrisfraser1355]

Mike, just a thought. If I’m not mistaken the gentleman from HUCK is an engineer. Is it possible for him to build a mechanism which would turn the FITS glide board into something similar to the EVOLVE. Could you ask? There maybe legalities surrounding doing it but I’m curious to know if it could be done, I’d we willing to purchase if there are no patent restrictions.

[@hybridresistance]

@@chrisfraser1355 thanks Chris for the comment. I’m looking to get Huck Products back on, so I can ask him.

[@riccosx8143]

Certainly a nice machine, 500Lb weight limit = better materials and more robust. The horizontal bench is nice but...the price point is too high. I do not understand how TG can have a spread of multiple thousands of dollars between models, i.e. G1 to the Encompass, and they all do basically the same thing. Then again, what do I know, they have sold over a million of them on QVC alone. Marketing genius. If I were them, I would tighten up the models and the pricing. Way too many choices and price tags. Having said that I'll probably order one next week🤪🤣

[@hybridresistance]

@@riccosx8143 I’m sure if stuff or the model didn’t work, they’d be doing something else. Great points all around

[@reneecauble4970]

Saw board will not work with fit. Will it work with XL/XLS? Total Gym should support those machines with option to buy the new style glide board.

[@hybridresistance]

Unfortunately no it will not.

[@MC7791]

Hmm well I am disappointed in the wheels and that it will not be available on QVC. Too expensive IMO. I would have like it if they designed the wheels like the replacement ones from Huck products. I am not sure about the plastic pulleys either. If in the future I am to upgrade I would look at the GTS line

[@buddyryan875]

It's better than FIT but I don't think this is $1 k better than the FIT. Will be sticking with my FIT love that thing. Sad to see you part with yours! Just leave it covered outside for outdoor workouts lol

[@hybridresistance]

@@buddyryan875 that’s actually not a bad idea. Although I’m sure my wife will not like it.

[@chairchi]

Hi Mike. Does changing the level of the glideboard to a horizontal level really make that much of a difference in the exercises? Just curious. Thanks for your great channel!

[@hybridresistance]

I would say it just opens up more doors for different things or some preferred angles. Since it's there, you definitely find yourself fine tuning the settings on a variety of exercises.

[@chairchi]

Thanks again for the information. Great channel! ​@@hybridresistance

[@skrappie18]

Hello, man I just got the TG fit anniversary edition in February. I love it but I kinda want this one.

[@hybridresistance]

According to the company, they are selling well with little to no advertising. So I think you're not in the minority.

[@sobutterysmooth]

I already have the Total Gym FIT, and this looks so promising. I’m just wondering if I should even pull the trigger.

[@taylorpark3544]

If you have the money and its no big deal at all for you, then go for it. However for the price, its insanely overpriced for sure; granted all Total Gyms are residential quality gym equipment, with the exception of the GTS model and such which are commercial grade.

[@sobutterysmooth]

@@taylorpark3544 That’s how I see it too. Like the FIT does a lot already, crazy deals can be found on them, and it’s been proven.

[@hybridresistance]

@@sobutterysmooth as Taylor said, it’s more about if you got the extra money to drop to get the latest and greatest.

[@mavatj]

No qvc? No available board to upgrade the fit? Come on TG.

[@josefdeigner1045]

I like the beefier look but the price right now is a deal breaker for me..Maybe a used one down the road..I'm in Canada so jf my math is correct even the current sale price of$2,599 would be approx $3,545 plus tax..ouch!

[@signaprime]

The carabiner under the glide board looks somewhat small for a 500LB weight rating.

[@hybridresistance]

@@signaprime I could see that getting beefed up. You’re right.

[@geoneil11]

With its heavier frame, is it safe to use the cables when they’re disconnected from the glide board?

[@hybridresistance]

I personally would do it, but I'd check with the company on that

[@miklamx]

Regarding chest presses, i feel it in my trapezius and not the chest, do you have a solution for that? The same thing happens when I use bands.

[@hybridresistance]

There can be few things that can tweaked with position on the machine. But you could first try to make sure you're pressing through your chest line (or middle of your chest). At the start try to feel or concentrate on the muscles in your chest stretching, then squeeze/focus on that same spot as you press. Hope that helps

[@powerplay4real174]

Are any of the glide boards interchangeable with other models of Total Gym model over the years. 😊

[@hybridresistance]

All I know is that the APEX go together and the xls and FIT will work together.

[@powerplay4real174]

@@hybridresistance Thank you 👍

[@user-ci9qi5do5p]

Would you recommend a maximum incline for this machine? Can you still do the highest incline if you're fat?

[@hybridresistance]

3/4 of the way is pretty much my sweet spot on these machines.

[@reneecauble4970]

Will you let me know if glide board will fit on XL/XLS

[@hybridresistance]

It will not. Thanks.

[@keithkiser7011]

One question around 16:46 in your video, what muscle(s) were you working out, hamstrings?

[@hybridresistance]

King of a single leg press or kickback, so you got hamstrings, glutes, and some quads. I was kind of just messing around in that one, but when you dial that one in you can really hit glutes good.

[@keithkiser7011]

@@hybridresistance Perfect, I was looking for a better hamstring/glute exercise! I say the price is high, but I'll have one within a week lol!

[@nickjlo]

Given how long you've been using these, and how many models you've had, your review is somewhat similar to a tech KZbinr reviewing the latest phone upgrades from the "is the iPhone 15 worth the upgrade if you own the 14, 13, etc" perspective. However, would you say that this model appears to be the first that has finally crossed a "beefed up" line such that those of us using it in reasonably rugged ways can feel less nervous about abusing it (like I have our used XLS with additional weights, bands, etc)? On that note, I don't believe you mentioned anything about any upgrades to the wheels which are notoriously a weak point (hence why you, myself and others, end up having to find more durable replacements). All that said, if US commenters are finding this expensive, spare a thought for those of us overseas, like here in Australia, where this will likely end up being more expensive than full functional trainers (although considerably more compact of course).

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Nick for this detailed comment. I think your assessment is fair.

[@kyles8391]

Seriously Mike, I would hire you as a coach for my Total Gym training, not sure if that's something you do but let me know

[@hybridresistance]

@@kyles8391 thanks Kyle. I totally forgot to get back to you about that comment. You left a while back. I do offer online coaching just send me an email or you can even check it out on my website.

[@kyles8391]

@@hybridresistance hey Mike sent you an email, also, your website has prices set to Indian Rupee

[@JayB-JayB]

I wonder if that glideboard is secure when using heavy weight... wonder if it can collapse.

[@hybridresistance]

This was a concern of mine, I was told from them that it would confidently hold a total of 500lbs. But I'll be honest, that's still in my head as well as go back for flat chest presses.

[@mikeervin7654]

I just got the fit model. Good video but out of my price range

[@matthewcordeiro2073]

Will the xls models be discounted as the leave?

[@hybridresistance]

@@matthewcordeiro2073 I think they are currently discounted right now. But I just assume there will slowly just sell out and be gone.

[@jamesbarnes1427]

Nice..

[@PougeParry-eo1mn]

What are you looking to sell the GTS for?

[@hybridresistance]

I still got to think about if I'll sell it to be honest, just to make sure I don't regret it.

[@PougeParry-eo1mn]

@@hybridresistance I completely understand do you have a email address so I can keep in touch with you

[@bossfan61]

Definitely not worth it, even at its current $2400 price. Legacy is a much better name as it really is just more of the same, and the few new features don't warrant paying the high price. The best option still remains just picking up a used Fit on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist for $200 or less.

[@hybridresistance]

Let's vote for the name change!

[@bobbyhunt3009]

$2,500 for a bodyweight sliding pad, I don't get it. I'm a bodybuilder and these things just can't improve muscle strength or size enough for a bodybuilder, so I will pass. Now someone who is just trying to stay in relatively good shape, this might be alright but 2.5K, much too expensive. Other similar items that do the exact same things for a lot more reasonable price.

[@hybridresistance]

Appreciate my friend. I love hearing from all sides chiming in about the machine and can certainly see where you're coming from as well.

[@real77630]

Actually, once you build your muscle size like I did and buy a total gym commercial grade, You can maintain your size no problem. I think you can put up 500 pounds Additional weight if you buy the attachment bar. I was able to maintain 50 inch Chest and 17 inch arms with no problem. I know what some of the lesser home models it would be hard to do. But you can definitely put on a lot of size with the lesser models too. If you lift like a bodybuilder and buy the weight bar, so you can add weights to it. I had the same attitude when I first bought one I actually said this is not going to work but it did.

[@jmymlr]

Why on earth would you pay $2500 for this when you can get the Gym monster $2200 on Amazon?

[@acgreencg]

Does anyone have a total gym that they want to sell. I’m a cop and getting old for patrol. I Need something at home to use for working out asap. Please help

[@hybridresistance]

I recommend checking your local marketplace or craigslist as often times people are almost giving these away.

[@toneman8478]

Over 2G for plastic pulleys??lol come on man

[@hybridresistance]

@@toneman8478 you had me at “come on man”

[@truesf345]

That price 😂 no

[@Brockthedog315]

The benches on these things have always been cheap. Especially with the price of the unit. Greediflation. A reason why these lose their value so quickly. We will wait like always for the used sales.

[@Daddyhack2174]

15:12 that seems super dangerous wtf.

[@hybridresistance]

As I said in the video definitely high risk, but I'm just playing with it. I've been doing standing on these for a long time (tg even used to have videos with that). Really depends on your own level of balance / risk. With that said (for me personally), I feel safer doing that than playing pick up sports any day of the week.

[@therlowpopejr3540]

TOO MUCH MONEY FOR A SEAT CHANGE 🚫

[@jbb8600]

Waste of money. Bands are cheap and portable.

[@jamesdiobilda3605]

Not worth it.