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Total Gym - FIT Home Fitness Folding Full Body Workout Exercise Equipment Machine - Black
Average customer rating
4.7
(1,775 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,775 reviews
5 Stars
1,462
4 Stars
223
3 Stars
45
2 Stars
19
1 Star
26
96%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Total Gym - FIT Home Fitness Folding Full Body Workout Exercise Equipment Machine - Black
Customer Rating
5
Glides, easy to set up.
on December 16, 2019
Posted by: SHAMUSHUFFLE64
from Oklahoma City, OK
I purchased and received within a few days in January 2019. I'm diabetic, disabled, and have some chronic mobility issues with my shoulder and hips due to injuries while on duty in the Army Reserve. Those mobility issues worsened with age, my hips were feeling like I was going to pull something out of socket and my shoulder was catching, kinking up. I started using it twice a week with the total circuit guide cards. My recovery time was 3 days at first because I'm diabetic and just don't heal up well anymore. After a few months I added some exercises and was able to work out 3 days a week with less recovery time and soreness. Soon I was rarely experiencing the hip and shoulder issues. I added a few more reps and exercises and expanded my workout to 4 sets, 1.5 hours per day, 4 days per week. This got me over the hump for recovery time and I was able to add a 5th day of workouts and a few more exercises to complete my strength build and toning up. I lost 2 inches off of my waist, trimmed off most of my fat and built my youthful strength up so that I no longer walk around like an old man and can perform my manual labor job without the hitches that slowed me down previously. It's now December 2019 and I just got my laboratory results. My A1C wa 12.4 last December, now it's 7.8 and I feel 20 years younger. Even when It's cold at work my mobility issues don't bother me. I feel human again. Thanks for a great reliable workout product.
I suppose most importantly I have not reinjured myself and have worked out almost all of my kinks. I'm getting on and off my motorcycles easily and the ride is comfortable because I have virtually no pain anymore.
I suppose most importantly I have not reinjured myself and have worked out almost all of my kinks. I'm getting on and off my motorcycles easily and the ride is comfortable because I have virtually no pain anymore.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Great for the whole family!
on October 31, 2016
Posted by: 6blues
from Ohio, United States
Gender:Female
We are a family of 6. (Ages 12-40+) I am very pleased that we can each get a quality workout on this one piece of equipment. I am so glad I finally bought it after years of considering it. My teenage sons work out almost daily and they like seeing results and challenging themselves with the different levels. We are pleased with the overall quality as well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: USAFdude84
from Gardena, CA
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Today is 11 July 2019, and I've used the Total Gym Fit almost every day since it arrived at my door in perfect condition on 13 June 2019. Like any other program or machine, you get out of it what you put in. I've definitely seen my core and glutes gain definition in the 3+ weeks I've used it. At age 55, that's very encouraging.
As a military retiree, I have free access to the medium-size gym at Los Angeles AFB, but it can get crowded and one day I finally got tired of not being able to do my circuit training without guys using my machines. So one of the huge bennies is that the Total Gym enables you to get your workout done uninterrupted by other gym rats AND uninterrupted by yourself because the workouts can be done without having to go to other machines.
I also love Todd Durkin's 5-Day Advanced Program DVD because he's the ultimate personal trainer: knows his stuff, he's energetic, great at boosting morale, and he leads by example by being fit himself. Since I'm serious about getting back into fighting shape, I also purchased a bunch of accessories including the Cyclo Trainer 2, which also comes with an excellent training DVD, the chrome weight bar with clips, the Upper Body System, STEP (great if you have lower joint issues), and Roller. While they may not be needed, they definitely have accelerated my results and have kept me from getting bored with routines.
Disregard the nay-sayers' reviews. I saw a few that had "problems" like the DVDs being outdated, people having trouble with setting it up and storing it, space issues, etc., but you just have to be intentional about getting fit and part of that is finding solutions (just like we do in other aspects of life). For example, until I complete my man-cave garage remodel, I have to set up the Total Gym Fit in my home office every day. I move a couple things around, set it up diagonally, and voilà, I'm good to go!
My decades of life-experience advice is to invest in your health. Ask God to help you stick with the easy-to-follow programs so you can enjoy the fruits of your labor. My motivation is my two granddaughters who want to have me around for a good part of their lives. So think about what/who motivates you and take action!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Ric S
from Meto East, STL, IL
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
I'm really excited about my new Total Gym FIT Signature Series Plus!
This is my second Total Gym. I had a basic one in the late 90's. I'm a former Army Paratrooper in the "over sixty" category now and lately have been feeling like I've been losing muscle mass at a scary pace. Because of COVID-19 I have no desire to see the inside of a gym ever again but decided I needed to do something.
This is my second Total Gym. I had a basic one in the late 90's. I'm a former Army Paratrooper in the "over sixty" category now and lately have been feeling like I've been losing muscle mass at a scary pace. Because of COVID-19 I have no desire to see the inside of a gym ever again but decided I needed to do something.
The machine is made really well. Pin system is easy to use, pulleys are very smooth, and the body board g-l-i-d-e-s beautifully. The machine folds/unfolds easily and I can roll it into a closet with no hassle.
I've only had the FIT for a few weeks but for the first time in about 20 years, I actually wake up looking forward to working out! There are so many options for exercises and the machine is so smooth that I can do a complete workout (all muscle groups) from 20 min - 1 hour.
I don't know what the "action" difference is, but I really like it. At the end of my workouts, my muscles feel "used" but good, and I'm not sore for the following two days. I've been impressed that some of my flexibility is coming back, too. Feels great!
Thanks to the Total Gym team for putting together such a great product. Thank you for continuing to encourage us all to stay fit!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: ACDTN
from TN
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought thinking it would be easy to use. Instead I find it confusing and frusterating. The parts I received do not look like the parts on the instructional videos and constantly having to add and remove pieces and parts is cumbersome for someone with back problems. I would choose differently next time. It's hard to fold up and hard to move and the "wheels" do not roll smoothly if at all.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
5
NOT too good to be true!
on March 31, 2020
Posted by: BCain
from Ohio
Gender:Female
I have been a gym rat, prefer free weights over most machines, even won a competition in my age division. Have seen Total Gym advertised for years, thought it was all hype. I have been too ill to train for 10 years and have a very serious back condition. I was desperate for a way to exercise so purchased the Total Gym Fit. Granted, I have not trained for some time but this machine whips my butt in 20 minutes. The effect of the training day is apparent for the next 3 days. My muscles began to harden in 3 weeks and I see proof of muscle memory. Yay! The results in such little training time is incredible! And, it is great that I get a cardio workout with weight training!!! Aerobic workouts I hate. The Total Gym is easy on the body and astonishingly effective. Cardio can be combined with the weight training so an absolute time saver. If weight training is your choice of exercise, I do not see how you can go wrong!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Total Gym = no knee pain.
on September 8, 2014
Posted by: Ronda60
from Palmyra ,PA
Gender:Female
I bought my Total Gym Fit about 2 months ago. I am happy with the results I am getting . I have not lost much in weight just yet but so far I have lost 2 inches off my waist and 1/2 inch off upper arms and hips. I am getting stronger and more muscle. Progress seems slow but it is happening. Total Gym has helped tremendously with the arthritis pain in my knees. I was having pain every day. Now they don't hurt at all. You can do so much with this1 piece of equipment. But if you are thinking about making a total gym purchase PLEASE give it TIME to work. Results aren't overnight. I was impatient and wanted to see results right away. You will FEEL the results before you will see them. Don't quit . It will happen in time.
before you will see them. Don't quit. It will happen in time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
I love the Total Gym
on October 7, 2016
Posted by: Cher
from Texas, United States
Gender:Female
I bought the Total Gym Fit about a month ago and have been using it faithfully except for when I had the flu. I really am excited about the workout I get with it. I had been walking and riding a bike fairly regularly but knew I needed to build strength as well. Just getting bags in the overhead on airlines or getting off the floor after playing with young children at church was getting to be a bit more difficult. I am still using the beginner program DVD and break out in a sweat every time. I first used a Total Gym at my physical therapy clinic when I had a herniated disc and enjoyed it then. It was the professional model so it was bigger and I bought the Fit which I really enjoy. My only regret is that I didn't buy it sooner. I kept looking at them and wondering if I would really stick with using it. I finally decided to buy it and am so happy I did. The DVD's and exercise cards give many different exercises to do so that it's not the least boring. I usually keep it set up and ready to use in an upstairs alcove and put it away only when I have overnight guests--it's near the guest rooms. But it is fairly easy to fold, unfold and slide away. I have a computer near by so that I can see the DVD as I exercise which is very handy.
I kept waiting to buy it because I wasn't sure I should invest that much money in exercise equipment I was not sure I would use. But I figured it would cost a lot more over time to have a gym membership, or to hire a personal trainer. In the time it takes to get to a gym and back, I can have already finished exercising and I can do it on my own equipment that I know is clean and in good and safe condition.
I made a commitment to myself to use it at least three times per week and I have a pad and pen near the Total Gym to write down the date every time I exercise and what program I did. I can tell it is already paying off.
I really am pleased with my purchase. You do have to have a place to set it up that has enough room. I'm happy that I can leave it set up most of the time. I don't have to worry about children getting on it unsupervised and I have space out of the way to leave it up. However, I've folded it up several times and have stored it out of sight without difficulty. Once you get the hang of doing that, it's not hard to do and a lot easier than going to the gym.
I kept waiting to buy it because I wasn't sure I should invest that much money in exercise equipment I was not sure I would use. But I figured it would cost a lot more over time to have a gym membership, or to hire a personal trainer. In the time it takes to get to a gym and back, I can have already finished exercising and I can do it on my own equipment that I know is clean and in good and safe condition.
I made a commitment to myself to use it at least three times per week and I have a pad and pen near the Total Gym to write down the date every time I exercise and what program I did. I can tell it is already paying off.
I really am pleased with my purchase. You do have to have a place to set it up that has enough room. I'm happy that I can leave it set up most of the time. I don't have to worry about children getting on it unsupervised and I have space out of the way to leave it up. However, I've folded it up several times and have stored it out of sight without difficulty. Once you get the hang of doing that, it's not hard to do and a lot easier than going to the gym.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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