Tuesday, January 5, 2010

PowerSwitch Dumbbells Review

I've decided to make better use of my time and money and NOT sign up for a gym membership except for those months when I'm purposely swim training.

However, since I don't want to forgo weight training, this requires a small investment in some additional home fitness equipment. Most of my weight training can be done with light weights (5lb, 8lb, 10lb) so I was very interested when I found this product: Weider PowerSwitch Dumbells

Product Description - Put an entire set of weights at your fingertips without investing in several different pairs of dumbbells with the Weider Speed Pac hand weights. The Speed Pac weights work like a weight stack at the gym. When you want to change weights, simply move the selector pin to the desired weight range--the storage tray includes a color-coded weight guide--and you're set. Each Speed Pac weight varies from 2 to 12.5 pounds (in 2.5-pound increments) and includes a cushioned hand grip

First Impression - Score! A practical addition to my home fitness equipment.

It is very easy to switch between weights and the set doesn't take up much space. The weight options for this set are perfect for me and I like the fact that a 12.5lb option is available - they don't have those at the gym.

Note - They make a heavier set that varies from 10-50lbs each which would probably be better for men, but these weights are perfect for me.

I'd definately recommend this set to someone who wants to train at home with light dumbbells.

Today's workout - lower body strength

17 comments:

  1. They look cool! Nice investment! :)

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  2. I always wondered about these. thanks for the review.

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  3. I used those at a friend's house before and I loved them! I like the easy way to change the weight :-)

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  4. Hmm those sound pretty cool. I have two sets of dumbbells at home 3 and 5 lbs because I don't have room for a lot of weights.

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  5. lookin forward to hearing about how tehy work for you throughout your 2010 season

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  6. Hmm, those look pretty cool. Of course, if *I* bought them, they'd likely end up as a dustcatcher, sigh.

    MCM Mama

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  7. I wondered how those things worked. I almost bought them once, but I'm easily confused and they looked complicated...apparently not.

    I went the more expensive and time consuming route and joined the gym. Maybe it'll keep me going until I can run again.

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  8. I wonder if they sell them here? they look great

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  9. I'm glad they're working for you. Strength training is so important and I think it's overlooked way to often.

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  10. I've seen these. I wondered if they were any good!

    thanks for the review.

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  11. Smart Lisa!

    Okay, now you've inspired me with the weights...good job! ;^)

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  12. Wow, what a great product!

    And I love your layout!

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  13. Thanks for the review! I find that I can get a pretty good workout in at home. Good luck!

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  14. Now that I'm doing the P90X I've been very interested in checking them out!! Thanks for posting about it, may need to check them out myself!

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  15. I have something similar, but they go up to about 50 pounds. Yours are much prettier, though!

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  16. I have that same set. I was using it mainly for p90X. They are great for doing circuit work where you want to change quickly

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