I got these for the ability to put my hands in different positions. I switch back and forth between these and the nylon ones. These are very sturdy, I'll probably eventually have to replace the nylon ones, these will last my whole life.
Each handle is good for different things, I like the nylon ones for triceps, these ones for chest presses. But I switch them around quite a bit.
I had an older Total Gym for many years that I purchased in 1999. That model came with these chrome handles and I always liked them. My new Total Gym Fit comes with the plastic handles, which I believe is standard now. They are fine, but I remembered the chrome handles as being superior. As soon as I received these new chrome handles and attached them to the TG Fit, I immediately knew I had remembered correctly. These handles immediately provide better control over the cables and they make using the Total Gym more enjoyable!
Great addition to the Total Gym Fit...makes moving from one exercise to another much easier. The open grip handles, for me, seem to give me a bit more resistance for.
I bought these for the seated press, but once I latched them on my Total Gym, I have not taken them off again. I like the way they feel. To me, I free less restricted with more freedom of movement.
Love these handles!! They are really smooth and comfortable also they give me the freedom to easy and quicky switch to a variety of exercises with different angles