The Bowflex Revolution FT home gym is a smoth, versatile, and compact piece of equipment in the Bowflex arsenal. The Revolution is distinguished by the company's SpiraFlex resistance technology, which provides a polished, consistent resistance through the entire range of motion--a principal ingredeint in developing lean, strong muscles. The versatility of these lightweight interlocking plates lets you quickly and easily adjust the resistance on the Revolution from 10 to 200 pounds for uper body workouts (which can be upgraded to 280 pounds). The machine duplicates virtually every exercise from your local gym, with Freedom Arms that adjust 170 degres to work muscles from various angles.All told, the Revolution supports more than 90 exercises, including a comprehensive core and abs workout. The Revolution measures 65 by 38 by 73 inches (L x W x H) and offers a weight capacity of 300 pounds.. Other details include comfortable hand grips and a DVD workout video. The machine also includes a leg press plate for your lower body, along with a fiveposition fot harness
Key Features:
SpiraFlex resistance technology provides a polished, consistent resistance through the entire range of motion. |
- Features Spiraflex resistance technology
- Includes 200 pounds of resistance, can be upgraded to 280 pounds
- Resistance curve provides a smooth and even feel
- Independent moving arms provide multiple angles
- Five-position foot harnes
- Easy to move from one exercise to the next
- Each side works independently so two users can use the Revolution at the same time
- The resistance wil follow the user's path of motion with its cable puley system
- Wil accommodate any fitnes level; can be used in five-pound increments up to 300 pounds
- Synthetic cables ofer a 46-inch cable travel
- Workout Area: 84 x 64 inches
- Assembled Weight: 235 pounds
- Assembled Dimensions: 65 by 38 by 73 inches (L x W x H)
What's in the Box?
Revolution FT home gym, squat harness, multi-point foot harnes, instructional DVD
Manufacturer's Warranty
Ten-year warranty on all parts
The Revolution FT ofers a resistance range of 10 to 200 pounds. |
Model: 100080
UPC: 708447505149
EAN: 0708447505149
Features / Specifications (Specs)
- 300-pound weight capacity; measures 63 x 71 x 108 inches (W x H x D); 10-year warranty
- Freedom Arms adjust 170 degrees to work muscles from various angles; preacher curl attachment
- 200 pounds of standard resistance for uper body workouts (upgradeable to 2800 pounds)
- Offers more than 90 exercises with 400 variations
- Smooth, versatile home gym that employs Bowflex's SpiraFlex resistance technology
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Should I buy the Bowflex Revolution FT Home Gym?
Smooth delivery, clear setup instructions, great workout
I recently bought, installed and used this machine for a workout. First of all, the smoothness of the Amazon (free) delivery was praiseworthy. It arrived in 4 boxes, one of which was enormous. The entire package was intimidating to even look at, so it took me a day or two to muster up the patience and will to set the machine up. The setup took only about 3 hours from start to finish and the manual was detailed, bringing one up to the finished product in about 20 steps. Many of the steps sounded like they had remedied problems faced by other customers in the past. (Such as the tangling of the internal cables, as the machine I got came with plastic straps to prevent tangling.) When I was done with the setup (and cleanup: what a mess of paper and styloform), I did my first workout, focusing on the chest. What is impressive is that the resistance is very even and you are less able to use momentum to finish the rep. To give you some background, I have been working out at least thrice a week for the past 11 years, so I don't consider myself a beginner. (I am 150 lb and can bench up to just under 200 lb.) But the movement surprised me enough that I was unable to do the 25 lb a side (50 lb total) chest fly, even though I can easily manage that (and more) with free weights. I have read many reviews about how this machine is not for serious bodybuilders. Perhaps. And I am certainly not a bodybuilder. But if you are a fitness buff or gym rat who enjoys daily workouts (5 times a week), then this machine might surprise you. If you apply very strict form (at least 2 seconds concentric and 4 to 5 seconds eccentric), I guarantee you that you will not be disappointed.
Just a FYI
*I am writing this 'review' not from the standpoint of purchaser, but rather from the standpoint of informer. I hope this can save someone from maybe buying the wrong Revolution.*
There are 3 different Bowflex Revolutions. There is the 'regular' model (the Revolution) (footprint of app. 3'X 8'), then the [space-saving] Rev. XP, and also the [space-saving] Rev. FT (footprint(s) of app. 4'X5').
It seems as though the FT does NOT come with a seat/chair/bench (unless "added on"). Some [other] places offer the 3.1 bench included in the price of the FT. Purchaser should be aware that unless added, no bench will come with FT (again, this is from my research..please correct me if I am wrong).
I am needing a bench that is able to be 'attached' to the unit, so the bench is stable...not wobble-like, or shaky ; therefore, I am opting for the XP. The "FT" is the retail version of the Revolution. Also, I personally see no provision(s) for a [true] preacher curl.
I love the design and footprint of the [space-saving] Revolution(s), just wanted to clear up a potentially confusing situation.
BOWFLEX FT (product and customer service review)
I have been working out on my new FT for just a few days. So far I am incredibly impressed with the workouts and the level of flexibility of the FT. I opted for the FT because I think that not having the bench attached to the actually unit gives me a little bit more flexibility in my work outs..the bench in my opinion would get in the way. I bought an after market bench from Target. It works perfectly and is an added plus when I move to my selecttech dumbbells. First lets talk about the setup.
Setup was pretty simple. The directions are straight forward and well put together. I ran into a snag at the end when I noticed that one of the chords was off track inside the actual housing of the FT. Customer service was closed for the weekend so I had to wait until Monday. Bowflex should either place these instructions online or include them in a troubleshooting guide. All in all there wasn't much to it. Customer service is great. On to the workouts.
To get the most out of the FT or any Bowflex with the spiralflex tech remember these words.."Form Is EVERYTHING" 4 seconds out and 4 seconds in, is the rhythm needed to get the max out of your workout. You will have to experiment with the spiraflex plates to figure out what works for you but once you find that sweet spot you will be rewarded. The workouts are intense and give you a great amount of "burn" and feedback. I group my exercises so that I can work a couple of different muscles in a given arm and grip position.
Here is my only negative...The chords loose their tension after a few sessions. Bowflex has a knob that you turn that is suppose to tighten the slack when this happens. Every time I touch that knob to adjust the tension the chord becomes tangled and I have to open the whole thing up to straighten it out again. I hope it's something I'm doing wrong, and very well maybe..but it is annoying.
Conclusion...Buy it! The FT is a couple of hundred bucks cheaper than the XP and works just as well as the others. It really doesn't take up that much space I think it would fit perfect in an apartment or loft. My motivation for buying it was to spend more time at home with the family and less time on the road to and from the gym. To that end the Bowflex is just right for me!
excellent smooth motion but.........
I bought this item as a combination with the 1090 dumbells and the 3.1 bench. Ok back to the FT itself. Putting it together was fairly easy, the nuts and bolts are all seperately marked (an excellent touch I thought). When it was just about done and ready today....comes the bombshell.....There IS NOTHING in the assembly or user manual to explain what happens if the inner cable on the pully wheels inside, and the straps for the weight "wheels" go out of sync, ir the inner cables get all tangled. 3 HOURS it took and lots of internet research to discover how to rectify this problem. Which included me taking off the sides (note also, you will need a VERY long thin philips head screwdriver to get one of the screws out as its a really deep hole in the side) and top. Having to remove the 5lb plates for the spiraflex weights, pull out the tension knob, move the inner wheel clockwise and also make sure the "bands" were straight down (not angled) and tight. AND making sure the "counter weights" were rested on the springs inside (not the red plastic) Then replacing the plates and sides.....FINALLY got it all working.
BUT CMON over 1,400 for a fitness machine that is OBVIOUSLY great once working, but has no information AT ALL on this problem????? which is a VERY common issue. Which could have been explained both on the video, or a few sentances in the assembly/user manual
Having said that, now its all working, the system is INCREDIBLY smooth (albiet a little bit of flappy noise from the plastic that protects the bands on the wheel, but doesnt deter from the workout)
It is important to follow the 4 second in 4 second out to get the most out of the system, but it really is incredibly space concious and versatile.
Would have been a definate 5 but for the problem I had during assembly and setup
Good for general strengthening
I purchased this on clearance at Sam's for $200. At that price, I couldn't pass it up. I'll just give a few pros and cons.
PROS:
1. Easy to use
2. Much smoother and consistant than older models
3. Huge variety of exercises that are easy to switch between (simply adjust the swing arms)
4. Smaller footprint so it's not a monstrosity.
5. Manual actually has some decent workouts with varying levels of difficulty and they are well rounded.
CONS:
1. No bench....right now, that's not a big deal, but when you up the weight for chest, stability in standing becomes an issue.
2. 200lbs of resistance....again, right now, no big deal, but squats and bench will eventually surpass this. The additional 80 lbs of weight is roughly $150 on its own.
3. Other reviewers mention the bands coming undone...I've yet to experience this but I could see why this would be a con.
In the end, a great product that I would have no problem spending $500 on. I'm not sure about $1500, but I got it on clearance. BTW, some Sam's still have it clearanced for $200 or $300, just check the website and enter your local store to check.
