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Has anyone tried using Powerblock dumbells for weights training, and are they any good?

Nov 07, 2009 by Yul | Posted in Other - Sports

I read a training book that recommended these for weight training at home. They seem a little bulky to me. A 40lb dumbell, which would normally be just a short bar with 2x10lb disks on each end, is about the size of a small esky, like the one I put my lunch in.
And they're an unusual shape. On they other hand they look like they'd be quick to change weight, and relatively inexpensive.
I'd like to hear from someone who's used them before I get a set.
Also, they have several options, like urethane or aluminium, and 2.5 or 5lb step-ups. Which works best?

I tried them and never bought them. My biggest complaint was the size.

Can you get big with just dumbells? www.powerblock.com are the ones i have?

Apr 22, 2007 by Bhaumik P | Posted in Diet & Fitness

Hello! Dumbells will definitely increase your muscle mass, as long as you are working the muscles against a resistance they are not accostomed to. Your gains will also have a lot to do with your genetics. Dumbells give you a lot of variety. Nutrition, however, is number one! Eat as best you can. Try to cut out unnecessary foods that give you empty calories. Rev up your metabolism with a good cardiovascular workout. I hope this helps.

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