If I could, I would give this 4 1/2 stars.I bought this because I wanted something new to add to my fitness routine after I hurt my foot and didn't do much of anything for a few months.Initially, I was going to get The Firm Wave, but after reading some reviews of it online, I discovered the T-bow and decided I'd rather have it.What I like about it:
The concept is great.It works well as a step, as a way to work on your balance, as a tool for stretching and even as a tool for strength training.You can do almost everything you would need to, fitness-wise, with this device.I was a little apprehensive that I'd have trouble with it because I'm only about 5'1", but it worked out just fine.
I would recommend getting the complete set over getting just the T-bow, because the DVD offers a wide range of exercises that I would not have thought of on my own.The DVD is set up so you can choose which workout to do, and you have a variety of choices: cardio, a wake-up workout, stretching/relaxation (which is actually relaxing), strength, etc.The T-rings are used extensively throughout the strength sections.I had never worked out with resistance bands before, but I enjoyed these, and theDVD leads you through several exercises that would be difficult to do with dumb bells.I actually found myself preferring the bands because you can hold them in whichever position is comfortable for you (no more discomfort from holding on to dumb bells).
The woman leading the DVD is also a plus.She is not overly perky (hurrah!), and she gives good tips on form, and the right amount of encouragement when you need it.She also offers a few modifications for the exercises, so you can adjust the workout to your fitness level/goals.
The DVD is also nice because between each segment (see below for an explanation of the segments), there is a reminder to drink water.I appreciate that, and I also like the fact that it gives a good place to take break in the routine if you want/need a breather.
A few minor quibbles:
1. The DVD has several workouts.It also has one, 70-minute long "Power Workout".The other workouts are all made up of different combinations of segments from the Power Workout.For example, the cardio workout is a combination of the cardio segments from the Power Workout.I don't mind this, but I figure you should know that before buying so you aren't surprised.
2.The DVD is not programmable.Some workout DVDs with segments offer a way to program your own routine from all the available tracks.This one doesn't, but the same thing is accomplished fairly easily by just doing the Power Workout and using your chapter button to move through the segments you want to do/skip the segments you don't want to do.
3.The DVD is taught in both English and German simultaneously.I don't mind this, as I took some German and can understand most of what she's saying ("switch", "with the arms", "two more", etc.)In fact, I think it's really impressive that the woman in the DVD can not only do the entire workout, but lead it, and in two different languages at once no less!However, I think it would have been nice to offer an English-only DVD for people who would prefer that.
4.I'd like to see the option to purchase different strengths of resistance bands, or perhaps a set of resistance bands, as part of the set.
5.I hope they offer another DVD so I can switch things up every once in a while.
Overall, though, this is a very nice set, and as I said in the headline, very versatile and fun.I'm really glad I got it.
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Product Description:
Welcome to the exciting new exercise concept that is T-BOW®! The versatile T-BOW® offers effective training for group fitness classes, home training, sports performance and for therapy. T-BOW® trains the heart and circulatory system as well as increasing balance, coordination, strength, and flexibility. The shape of the T-BOW® increases the range of movement for more effective body training and is especially helpful for many back problems. Balance elements help strengthen joints and improve balance and coordination for seniors. Even children love the fun that T-BOW® offers.
The T-BOW® Home Workout System includes the following items:
1 T-BOW®
2 Micro Mini T-Rings
1 T-BOW® Fitness DVD (6 unique workout programs - more than 3 ½ hours in length)
1 T-BOW® Workout Program Poster
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