I have tried the Bowflex at a hotel that I stayed at. It was not as smooth as I thought it would be. I can't say that I enjoyed the workout and I definitely wouldn't trade it for some good old fashioned dumbells. I would suggest you get a month pass at a gym and see how you like it. (Most gyms will do that for you) Then if you still want to go with the Bowflex....you probably won't.

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