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Hi everyone, I'm new and would like some advice on body-building machines.

As I'm not rich and have a lot of money, I would like to purchase a machine that is an overall, "total body workout", machine. But when I look on google, there are like 5,000 models out there and I am clueless as to which one to get!

I'm lookingn for an all-around great body-building machine that has a good track-record, and is within the $200-$400 bracket.

At first I was looking at the "Body by Jake Total Body Trainer", but it seems like a lot of individuals consider that a "joke", and that it makes you feel like you want to "fall backwards", and that the "bands break easily". In that case, I hesitated.

Does anyone here know of a good, rock-solid, economical, machine that has personally given you the good results you were looking for?

I want to build muscles all-around. I'm 130lbs, and am 5' 8". I am male.

Anyway, hope you all can help me. I also hope that 20 of you don't reply all with different answers and disagree with one another. LOL.

Thanks.
 
Hi there, and welcome.

Have you ever thought about joining a gym in your area? Most gyms have come way down in price for memberships.
 
Yes, I've thought about it. I used to workout at the YMCA, but, that was because I got 3 months membership for free. They are expensive...like $25-$30 per month.

However, my main problem is I have a busy life, and am a Network Marketer. I don't have time to drive all the way there and back every other day. I like to get up early, and workout right away for 1-2 hrs. straight, and then get straight to my work.

What about this machine:?

(watch the video)

Remember, I don't mind a few negatives about a machine. As long as it's considered great all-around. I don't think there is any machine that doesn't have at least one negative about it. Or could I be wrong?
 
This is the best:


Of course it runs like: $15K

Seriously though:
How about getting just an adjustable bench, and some selectable weight dumbbells (I think Bowflexes are best) to start? From there, you can add things later if you dig. And, it should cost ~$250.

-Rip
 
Wow, amazing machine I must say. Does it really build muscle mass though? Or is it more "cardiovascular" oriented? But remember, I didn't ask for the "best", I asked for the "best AND economical". :p

Anyway, I already have a bench and dumbells. I just don't have anything for legs, and I want a more "complete" workout. My bench is capable of lowering on one-end for abs, but I usually do a special 'ab' workout where you use the floor and do several different types of movements using your legs. It's called "The Best Damn Ab Workouts, Period!" by Men's Fitness magazine.

Anyway, I'm keeping my options open for a while yet. I want to see what more of you can come up with. BTW, I appreciate your help.
 
What about this one?


Or this one?


I might go for the $600 one if you think it's worth it.

Out of the 3 machines I've listed so far, which would you choose? Or would you choose none if you were me?
 
My husband has the $600 one you listed. He never uses it, it's collecting dust in our garage, but I can tell you that when he used to use it he said it was a good workout. lol!
 
rip said:
Seriously though:
How about getting just an adjustable bench, and some selectable weight dumbbells (I think Bowflexes are best) to start? From there, you can add things later if you dig. And, it should cost ~$250.

-Rip
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Add a set of 300lb olympic weights for $100 and you're on your way.
 
Detroit Muscle said:
Add a set of 300lb olympic weights for $100 and you're on your way.
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Staying under $250 is possible, but not if you go the name brand route. If you want the dial-type adjustable dumbbells, look at this:

(Single dumbbell- $77.22)


(Set of 2 dumbbells and a stand- $194.32)


(Adjustable Bench- $48.88)


Although I must say that if you have the room, you could get traditional weights for MUCH cheaper:



Hope this helps your budget! ;)


Oh, and another thing to consider is that if you don't have anyone to work out with, the bowflex style machine is much safer than free weights. If something happened and you couldn't handle the weight, the bowflex just snaps back into place rather than landing on top of you, lol.
 
Lysimachus said:
Wow, amazing machine I must say. Does it really build muscle mass though? Or is it more "cardiovascular" oriented? But remember, I didn't ask for the "best", I asked for the "best AND economical". :p

Anyway, I already have a bench and dumbells. I just don't have anything for legs, and I want a more "complete" workout. My bench is capable of lowering on one-end for abs, but I usually do a special 'ab' workout where you use the floor and do several different types of movements using your legs. It's called "The Best Damn Ab Workouts, Period!" by Men's Fitness magazine.

Anyway, I'm keeping my options open for a while yet. I want to see what more of you can come up with. BTW, I appreciate your help.
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Even though you can't do squats, with a barbell and dumbbells you can still do lunges and deadlifts
 
Hmm...thanks for the input folks. I just wish I could make a decision quicker. It seems that most of you here arn't "pro-machines", but prefer free weights and traditional equipment. I've done it the "traditional" style for quite some years, but seeing I have so much less time than I used to, as I have a growing business, I thought that a machine that does "all-in-one", and in a shorter time, would be better.
 
how the hell can dumbless adjust from 5lbs to 25 lbs without taking any weight off???/!!!!! thats impossible breakes the law of physics.
 
Toly said:
how the hell can dumbless adjust from 5lbs to 25 lbs without taking any weight off???/!!!!! thats impossible breakes the law of physics.
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Umm if you look at it, you'll see that it has different plates, those can be unselected to go down in weight, and selected to go up in weight. Its quicker than loading them on the sides of a bar.
 
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