I bought this to replace my Total Gym and it’s very effective for toning.
This is the perfect size for someone who is small statured. Very easy to use and came almost fully assembled.While my Total Gym is slightly better for toning the arms, this machine is a good bargain for the price and I love how compact it is.
Archive for August, 2011
perfect for petites
Sunday, August 28th, 2011Love it
Sunday, August 21st, 2011I’m 5’7″ and it works great for me! It doesn’t feel like it works my core as much as the pilates DVD that I have where you just use a mat on the floor but I like this equipment for other reasons. It works your muscles but it also is very relaxing for me.
I have had issues with severe tension headaches for about 9 years now, ever since I severely sprained my neck. The initial injury has long since healed, but it has left behind major muscle tension problems I’ve tried chiropractic therapy, physical therapy, stretching, heat packs, ice packs, you name it I’ve probably tried it. Everything helps for a time but the underlying problem – the muscles tensing up really bad – has never gone away. Finally I tried pilates which has helped a lot but can be a little tough on the neck sometimes. Since there is a head rest on this equipment, I am able to do the exercises which help relieve the tension without having to worry about my neck. I frequently do the pilates exercises that are in the manual that came with it shortly before I go to bed. I fall asleep faster (since I’m not in as much pain), sleep better, wake up in a lot less pain than normal and have significantly fewer headaches. Instead of 2 or 3 a week, it’s now down to one a week at the most.
Easy to Use & Compact
Sunday, August 14th, 2011Item arrived on time. Setup was quick. Unit is compact and may be too small for some users however we wanted something that would not take up a great deal of space. Videos are helpful and the unit works well. Could feel the effects in the first week. Hghly reccommend if looking for a good muscle toning piece of equipment.Pilates Power Gym
LOVE LOVE LOVE the Pilates Power Gym
Sunday, August 7th, 2011i have worked out for years with several pieces of equipment in my home. i wanted to add something especially designed for lower body workouts without spending a fortune. this machine is awesome. i would recommend it 100%. it is made well. the dvd is simple and it is the complement to the other pieces of equipment i was looking for. if you are over 6 feet tall, this machine may not be large enough. being 5 feet tall, i find it just fine. love the lower body workout, it gets right to the “point” and i can see a change already (about 6 weeks of use). well worth the money. 61 years old and loving my power gym.