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Total Gym - XLS Unisex Universal Home Gym Workout Equipment - Black
Average customer rating
4.7
(5,783 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 5,783 reviews
5 Stars
4,216
4 Stars
1,327
3 Stars
146
2 Stars
56
1 Star
38
97%of customers recommend this product.
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5,404 out of
5,547)
Customer Reviews for Total Gym - XLS Unisex Universal Home Gym Workout Equipment - Black
Posted by: Matt From Ohio
from Ohio
Verified Purchase:Yes
Changing the work out levels, attachments, and removal/re-attachment of the cable pully is so much faster than the old 1100 we owned! The wider bench and heavier duty design was well worth the upgrade. This unit is very stable. My Wife and I are now 60 years old, and we both really love this piece of equipment. We both went to the gym for years. I had a personal trainer for the last two years. I was fighting knee pain from traditional squats, and struggled to find a routine that would not cause shoulder pain. The Total Gym is perfect for us. We can control the work out level to suit our growth without joint pain. My shoulders have not felt this good in years. Covid drove us out of the gym, and lead us to the Total Gym XLS. At this point in life, it was meant to be.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Pat B
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
I am honored to write this review for Total Gym XLS, but my experience first began when I purchased the Total Gym 2000. At that time, I had already paid many years for premium gym membership that I may have used ten times. I also had weights, exercise bands, and work out videos, but just could not muster up enough enthusiasm to use them with any consistency. Everything changed with the Total Gym 2000. Set up was a breeze and the workouts were so much fun, I could not wait to workout! I when from a size 12 to a size 8; I was more toned than I had ever been. Then, due to personal matters, my Total Gym ended up is storage and I could not get to it. I eventually gave it to a relative and again began a new collection of abs workout equipment, ankle weights, more bands, exercise ball, etc. There was nothing wrong with any of those, but nothing made me want to exercise like the Total Gym from my past. One day while surfing the internet, a Total Gym ad popped up, and it did not take long to realize what I needed to do; I ordered the Total Gym XLS! While waiting for it to be delivered, I began to feel that old excitement that I used to have with Total Gym 2000, and 17 years later I have the new Total Gym XLS, which did not disappoint! I am enjoying my workouts and am now on my way to being totally fit again!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Happy Grandma
from Shelton, Connecticut
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
As someone who has not been consistent with exercising, I decided it was high time I committed to something. Been thinking about this machine for quite some time. I have to say that, after a short time with it, I already feel a difference. I use videos on-line that are helpful and motivating. I'm in my 60s--it's never too late to begin!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Simply AMAZING!!!!
on January 23, 2024
Posted by: MTB steve
from Nashville
Gender:Male
I have known about this machine for many years from all the Chuck Norris ads and commercials...however, i was always skeptical being a "free weights" only guy for my whole life. That being said, im 47 now and hitting the gym like i did in my younger years, and before injuries to my shoulders and knees made me rethink things. So i ordered this and it has been super fun and a great workout. No impact on my joints, and i get a superior workout by adjusting the height. Awesome machine, if you are on the fence, all i can say is do it!!! I was a personal trainer for a long time and still do here and there...i give this a 5 star rating. Very sturdy, easy to set up, and easy to use. You can achieve whatever you are willing to put yourself up to!! This machine can help you achieve your goals, but it takes commitment just like any other program...remember, there are no "quick fixes," only hard work and dedication by the athlete!! Good luck in your fitness journey...
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
So Far So Good!
on June 25, 2011
Posted by: Bev403
from Gahanna, OH
My doctor recommended that I include strength training along with my cardio training. At home, I attempted to use free weights but I lost interest. My friend has a total gym and recommended that I should give it a try. I purchased the total gym and I am using it regularly. It is easy and fun to use. I look foward to using it and I am seeing results.
Pros: Easy To Use, Strengthens, Comfortable
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
My first addiction to exercising!
on August 25, 2014
Posted by: KarenLS72
from Burlington, ON, Canada
Gender:Female
My weight has been up and own for 20 years... getting minimum results with with sensible eating and cardio workouts. I hit a plateau and have not been able to lose any more weight. Now in my 40's and being diagnosed with diabetes I got serious about my health and decided to add strength training with the Total Gym XLS. I was addicted from the first time I used it. I've now added back my cardio workouts and yoga and I've dropped 20 lbs, 2 dress sizes, 1 bra cup size, and I'm more flexible and balanced -- in just 4 months!! Best part... diabetes is under control and feeling no symptoms and I wore a bikini this summer for the first time in over 20 years. I love how the exercises I do give me feminine long lean muscles as opposed to looking "bulked up". I've never been in better shape in my life!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Best machine for all-round strength & flexibility!
on November 6, 2015
Posted by: LadySunki
from Edmonton, AB, Canada
Gender:Female
I've had my XLS for about 5 years now. I'm an aging athlete...runner, swimmer, cycling and ex-volleyball player for 20 years. At age 55 I'm keeping myself strong and flexible with this machine and I absolutely love using it. It's definitely not used as a clothes hanger. It's fun to use because of the glide board and the fact that you to move from one movement to the next with ease, sometimes without skipping a beat, thus maintaining your cardio. I like that it does not develop your body into "The Hulk", but keeps your physique toned with strong well defined muscle.
At my age you start to feel those aches and pains more from past injuries or just general joint pain from overuse. Maintaining strength and flexibility are key to making me feel better. I'm not doing the long distance running anymore; trading that for doing Triathlon now and next year I look forward to entering in my first. My T-Gym will be my go-to for all my cross training needs. Besides the attachments for the lower and upper body, I use the CycloTrainer, Pilates Toe Bar & Leg Pulley and Re-bounder (which I don't think is available anymore). The Re-bounder in my opinion is the best core workout ever!
A lot of my running friends are still running those long distances still struggle with injuries and some of them with their weight...but not I. When they ask how I'm keep my shape and staying fit...I keep telling them...Total Gym. I will have this machine for life, I'm sure of that! Honestly, besides my bed, it is the only piece of furniture I can't live without! If I'm eventually moved to an old folks home, really that is all I will need! Here's to aging gracefully, strong and mobile with the Total Gym.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: mzmarz
from So. Oregon
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
Unfortunately, I'll be returning it (and paying a massive shipping bill to do so... ouch)... It is definitely not as 'seamless' as the videos make it look. Difficult to move up and down, store... cumbersome. Obviously works great for some! Just not for me...
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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