Product Description
The Bowflex home gym is a great way to strengthen your muscles and add a bit of cardio training
to the mix with over 30 strength exercises and a built-in rowing station. With up to 210 pounds of Power Rod
resistance, this versatile machine helps work the abs, arms, chest, back, shoulders, and lower body. It includes
triple-function hand grips for lat pull-down, a horizontal bench press, and four-inch upholstered roller cushions
for leg extension and leg curl exercises. The rowing machine rail also folds when you're done with your workout
The PR1000 utilizes Bowflex's patented Power Rods, which provide resistance, or weight, that feels as good as or
better than free weights--but without the inertia or risk of joint pain usually associated with free weights. You
can hook one, two, three, four or all of your Power Rod units to the cable pulley system and go from as little as 5
pounds all the way up to 210 pounds of resistance.
They're precisely manufactured from a high-tech composite material under the highest quality control measures,
then sheathed and tested 4 separate times to ensure quality and durability. The Power Rod units are so strong, you
can flex them repeatedly but you won't be able to wear them out.
Customer Reviews
By Warpspeed (MA)
This just arrived today. Took about 2 hours to assemble, but it's pretty easy. I almost bought this from another
site, because they were going to assemble it (would've been 200 extra dollars for that) and I am very glad I did it
myself.
This unit is extremely sturdy and well put together. I was a bit nervous to buy this because I have young kids I
did not want to trash it. Believe me, they couldn't! This is far too well-designed and durable.
Worked out for about an hour, and I love it. Lots of exercises you can do (both muscular and cardio) and you can
really feel it.
As others have noted on other models, I can see how the weights (200 lbs) might not be enough, but I am not
looking to become the Incredible Hulk. This unit is perfect to stay fit and not let those holiday meals get the
upper hand.
I really recommend this to anyone who wants to work at home and does not want to be bored with the same old
routine (treadmill, stationary bike, etc.)
Great job, Bowflex!
By Tim Checkley (Indiana)
I have had this product for a about 2 weeks now and have noticed a huge difference in the way I feel. I have lost
12 lbs. and am getting more toned everyday. I went to the gym several years ago, I feel like I did when I left the
gym after each 20to 30 minute workout. I need to lose about 50 more lbs and am confident this product will get
these results.
I am glad I spent the extra money on the pr3000 instead of the pr1000. I think changing the cables between
exercises would take alot more time. I highly recoment this product to anyone wanting to get in shape.
By N. Leed (Ontario, Canada)
Once set up, this Bowflex works wonders. I can't see why anyone would need the more expensive one. It is a good
idea however to get the added weights for it because 210 pounds isn't much for even a 115 pound woman to press with
her legs on this machine (it is very smooth and allows for easy movements). The shipping was super quick too. The
setup time was pretty lengthy though, taking about 1.5 - 2 hrs total, and you really need to get the hang of
switching the equipment to do the next exercise fairly quickly (for the first little bit I would have to look up
the next exercise and figure out how to switch the equipment over to do it, and by then my heart rate went back
down etc.).
A definite buy though, I use it almost every day and going to the gym just doesn't compare anymore! (except for
cardio).
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