Weider Total Body Works 5000 Gym

by Weider

• Full-body gym offers over 50 body-shaping exercises that strengthen and build muscle flexibility
• Four adjustable power bands for up to 50-Pounds of additional resistance
• Unrestricted cable and pulley system provides versatility and great range of motion
• Space saving design with convenient slide away technology for quick and easy storage
• 30-Day satisfaction guarantee, 90-day limited warranty

Product Description

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	Total Body Works 5000
	With over 100 body-shaping exercises, the Total Body Works 5000 helps you firm, tighten and define your entire body, while allowing you to increase overall strength and flexibility. The 5000 uses your own body weight, in conjunction with four adjustable Power Bands to give you a challenging workout, regardless of your fitness level. You can also add or reduce your workout’s intensity by choosing one of seven different incline settings available, and, when you’re done working out, it quickly slides away for easy storage. If you’re looking for a versatile, compact and effective workout system, the Total Body Works 5000 won’t let you down. Over 100 Body-Shaping Exercises This versatile system offers 100+ exercises to define and shape your arms, shoulders, back, abs, hip, thighs, and calves. Body Weight Resistance System The 5000’s innovative resistance mechanism turns your body weight into natural resistance for a wide variety of exercises. Flexibility-Strength Training An unrestricted cable and pulley system gives you greater versatility and greater range of motion, allowing for a wider variety of exercises that strengthen muscle and increase flexibility. Four Adjustable Power Bands These durable resistance bands increase weight resistance beyond your own body weight, giving you up to 50 lbs. of additional resistance. Adjustable Incline Easily increase or decrease the intensity of your workout by simply changing the incline of the Body Works glide board, giving you seven, easy-to-change incline options. Space Saving Design This Total Body Works 5000’s convenient slide away technology allows for quick and easy storage. Workout Guide Learn which exercises focus on what muscle groups and how to properly perform specific exercises, along with additional exercise suggestions, with this helpful workout guide.

Product Description

Weider Total Body Works 5000If you're looking for a total body workout regardless of your fitness level, the Weider Total Body Works 5000 won't let you down! This system uses your own body weight for natural resistance and can be used in conjunction with four adjustable Power Bands to give you an even more challenging workout. Plus, with the free workout guide, you won't find yourself bored with the same routine every time. When you're done, simply slide it away until next time.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 71 x 26.5 x 49.5 inches ; 76 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 81.5 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000NPWVPE
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: WEBE1441
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (440 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #34,263 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #47 in Sports & Outdoors > Exercise & Fitness > Strength Training Equipment > Home Gyms

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

362 of 370 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I finally found the perfect workout machine. May 12, 2006

By ReaderAndSeeker

I've been looking for quite a while for an "all-in-one" home gym, to replace several pieces of gym equipment that I've been using regularly for several years: a Weider 8510 pulley-type machine, a Roman crunch bench; a Body by Jake; and free weights.

I looked at the "Total Gym" machine (the one pushed by Christie Brinkley and Chuck Norris). I went to their website and requested their free video; a few days later, I got a phone call from them, telling me that if I bought it that very day, I could save $100. "I want the video", I said. I never got the video. That sent up "red flags" in my head for the Total Gym people. I resent being hustled.

Then I found this item, the Total Body Works 5000. I could not find a single negative review for it, anywhere.

I bought it. I love it. Even though I've been working out for years, I am impressed. It will help free up a lot of space in my basement!

143 of 144 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Read Reviews of Total Body Works 5000/ Same Thing January 2, 2008

By Nu Mantra

I LOVE THIS, but I give Weider 0 stars for not including a DVD or even a workout chart with even 25% of the exercises you can do on this thing. I had to go to the Total Gym website and copy images into a word document ([...] It is not easy to find without using this link. You can find some here too ([...] I will make my own manual from the pics. I might even order some of their DVDS and accessories. Perhaps this is what Weider expects people to do and is why the machine costs a fraction of the Total Gym. I paid under 90.00 for mine with 15% off Dickssportinggoods on line.

Also, the directions are terrible. Ironically, once you figure it all out, you realize it is common sense, but before then, it is a bit confusing. Some other people had the same problem I had, those knobs! Do not bother putting on the handle and foot rest first. Do screw on the stabilizing foot. From there, pull/hold the long knob out and raise the unit slowly like you would an ironing board. Be careful not to get your fingers caught. The short knob allows you to extend the unit horizontally. It is tricky to do if you are doing it alone. You have to pull the knob and pull the bottom part of the unit (where the foot rest goes) out. I hope this saves some other people time and confusion!

The Good: I really works! It is sturdy, fun to use, and can accommodate so many types of exercises. You will find yourself making up a few. While I have a gym membership, I love being able to go into the next room and jump on this thing for a few minutes, which is all I can do at this stage. I do not feel as if I am "lifting" anything incorrectly. Let me tell you, every time I am on this thing, I find myself saying. "OH Sh..." because I am just amazed at how well/hard it is working me....

The unit is large and quite heavy, something that some people complain about. Basically, the weight and size allows me to trust the sturdiness more. As for storage, just take off the handle bars and foot rest, lower the thing and push it under the bed, futon, couch, whatever if you want it out of sight.

I highly rec. this product. Anyone who is out of shape for, has injuries, and/or is older will definitely appreciate the high result / low impact workouts. This is not to say it is not for everyone else too. Once again, you will have to go to the Total Gym or EFI websites to learn about the many benefits of this type of workout.

Like many have said, you are not going to be a body champion solely using this, but you will certainly loose weight and build/tone muscle mass in your WHOLE body. For legs though, you will have to get creative and/or always use the extra cords provided. Hare are a couple. Sit on the unit with feet flat on the floor, and push up with your butt until you are in a squat position. Do reps and/or hold. To work calves, raise heels off the floor.

This thing does not have bells and whistles, but it is still fun, user friendly, convenient, inexpensive, sturdy, and a great alternative to a much more expensive brand. It would be nice if Weider upgraded this every few years. I can see myself always having one of these types of home gyms. Happy New Year and good working out! Read more ›

149 of 155 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite home gym September 27, 2006

By Reticuli

I'm on my second one, now. The newer versions have thicker board padding, better quality vinyl, and some improvements in the wielding. The corners of the board's vinyl will eventually start splitting still, but some black tape can solve this. It doesn't really alter its function if you just let it happen without taping. Every few years the gym needs to be replaced as parts wear, but at these prices you could actually buy a new one each year and still be saving money compared to the competition. Certain parts will not wear, and you can take them off the old one and keep as spares considering how expensive buying each one is from Weider. Some caution is necessary on the single-pole stand. Make sure the peg is always securely in before getting on the machine. Also never let pets or children get anywhere close to that end when you're using it. Finally, inspect the cable routinely for significant damage and replace it BEFORE the cable actually breaks. Never use it until failure. I do not work for this company, but am speaking from experience.

66 of 67 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Machine But ... December 24, 2006

By William Thomas

I'm 60 years old and a long distance runner for 38 years. I've been working out on weight machines for about 28 years. I don't want to buid up my muscles as that will add weight and increase the impact on my legs while running. I like the athletic or swimmers build.

When I first received this machine, I was immediately impressed with the sturdiness. I ran down to Walmart and compared it with the Total Gym 1100. The Weider 5000 is built much sturdier.

I can not say enough about the work out. Having the ability to quickly change and work so many different muscles is a big plus. I would highly reccomend this to anyone, beginer or experienced.

Now the negative side. These are minor points but I think they are worth mentioning. The advertisement for the machine mentions 100 exercises and they are illustrated. The box the machine is delivered in states the same. Unfortunately only 29 exercise are illustrated. If they are going to state 100 excercises and use it as an advertisement then they should provide it. Also, I would like to know what percent of my body weight I am using at each incline level. I think these would help.

All in all this is an excellent product for the price and I would reccomend it for anyone. Having the ability to get a total body work out in the privacy of your home is priceless. I just wish they could provide a little more ink and paper to help the ones' not too familiar with exercising.