Bowflex SelectTech 1090 Single Dumbbell Review

With adjustable weights ranging from 10 to 90 lbs, the Bowflex SelectTech dumbbell is capable of replacing up to 17 individual dumbbells. There are 17 separate weight settings in increments of 5 lbs each, which are perfect for either simple toning exercises or adding strength and power to a daily workout routine.

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Makes Weight Changing Easy

Best used in a pair, the Bowflex, which measures 17.5 x 10 x 10 inches (length x width x height), offers an incredibly simple method of weight adjustment - a mere twist of the dial adds another 5 lbs to your exercise routine. A quick glance at the easy-to-read display lets you know how much weight you're lifting too. The avid exerciser does not have to worry about the weights coming lose either, as the handle hinges securely onto the selected weight plates when the dial is turned up, and durable molding around the plates let you do your bicep curls in perfect silence.

Great Incentive to Cancel Gym Memberships

More than one user who preferred to work out alone wrote a favorable review about the Bowflex dumbbell. Unlike working out with barbells and free weights, this dumbbell allowed exercisers to do away with a spotter, and dispensed with the need for help in adjusting the number of weights used.

Another feature highlighted by more than one review was the size of the dumbbell. Not only is it able to replace up to 17 separate dumbbells, the Bowflex's only storage requirements are a corner in the living room or indoor gym, proving to be a boon for former gym-goers who initially balked at the idea of storing dumbbells of varying weights in a home gym.

Cost Effective and Easy To Use

In addition to being an incredibly space saver, the dumbbell is also a cost effective purchase despite what seems to be a high initial price. It gives exercise enthusiasts the option of 17 weight settings at a price far lower than that of buying 17 separate dumbbells or weight plates. Users found the versatility especially appealing because it meant they could exercise at their own convenience and in the comfort of their own homes. Reviews also mentioned the monetary savings they enjoyed by no longer having to pay for a gym membership.

Users were unanimous in their praise for the weight indicators on the dumbbell as well. Not only was the dial sturdy, the clear labeling made it a breeze to change weights. The dial mechanism takes all the guesswork out of making sure the plates are balanced when the weights are changed. The design of the handle also came in for much praise. Despite its odd shape (rounded sides and flattened top and bottom), it actually facilitates a better grip when a person carries out an exercise like a shoulder press.

Handle Can Be Too Long

Some users found the length of the dumbbell quite unusual, bring up to 6 inches longer than that of a standard dumbbell. Although there were no complaints that the length impeded workout movement or efficiency, it nevertheless needed some getting used to.

Other users thought that the metal grip was too hard for use without gloves or some sort of protective padding. Due to its size, the dumbbell may be unsuitable for exercisers with smaller hands.