Replacing Bowflex with free weights?

[Krassus]

I just maxed out my Bowflex, and am thinking of replacing it with free weights as opposed to upgrading it. It served me well, but i think it may be time to move on. So who wants to fill me in? What exactly am i gonna need, how much will it cost, and how much room will it take up?

 

[BCskunk]

why not keep ur bowflex.... im loving mine...

how much is it to upgrade some extra powerrods anyways?

 

[Krassus]

Originally posted by: BCskunk
why not keep ur bowflex.... im loving mine...

how much is it to upgrade some extra powerrods anyways?

A few hundred i think. Why? Some of the exercises are becoming increasingly hard to perform due to design flaws and high resistance. Try doing lat pulldowns or back extensions with 200lb resistance.

 

[Spac3d]

How much is a bowflex? I can't imagine it is very economical compared to going to a gym.

 

[Angrymarshmello]

Well, a decent bench with lat tower, squat rack, (not Smith machine but a rack for doing squats) leg extension, and full adjustable bench should run you about $199-$299. 110lb standard size weights will run you about $40, olympic 300lb I think around $70. You'd be able to sell your Bowflex and buy free weights and a bench and have money to spare. I honestly can't see the point of Bowflex in comparison to free weights - you, however, have obviously used it before. I'd recommend getting the free weights instead of new rods but it's up to you. (If you're not sure, check with your local Bally's or 24HRF - there's usually a free workout/free week of workout coupons - go in, see how you like free weights, and then make your decision based off that)

 

[Spamela]

the cheapest thing for me was to join Gold's gym - $17/month, all the weights/racks/machines i could need, and it's open before i have to leave for work.