For those looking to tighten up the tummy muscles or
create totally ripped six-pack abs without straining on the floor
through thousands of sit-ups, the Ab
Coaster is an excellent alternative worth considering.
Used by the NFL's Pittsburg Steelers and seen on NBC's "The Biggest
Loser" this ab machine looks like many other pieces of home fitness
equipment,
but actually does something that a treadmill or exercise bike will
never be able to accomplish.
Let's take a closer look at this abdominal exercise machine . . .
The Ab Coaster is a piece of exercise equipment that specifically
targets the abdominal muscles. There has been a lot of research showing
that sit-ups and other floor exercises have a better chance of causing
injuries than ab machines, and it takes a considerable amount of time
to tone the abs through those methods.
This product was designed to offer a safer, more comfortable, less time
intensive way to work the abs.
To operate the machine, you simply sit with both knees together on a
small padded seat and lean forward with your forearms pressed into arm
pads. You grip the handles and simply swing your lower body up and
down. The seat moves in a unique arched angle, and you end up pulling
your entire body with your core muscles.
The system comes with a workout DVD, or you can simply swing your way
to fitness while watching television.
What to Expect
The Ab Coaster is durable, constructed of commercial grade
steel tubing. It is stable enough to safely accommodate users up to 350
pounds and comes with a limited 2-month warranty on the pads, and one
year of coverage on the frame.
It is designed for smooth operation that will not jerk you around or
come to unexpected halts. It is also extremely comfortable since the
knee and arm pads are
made of cushioning foam and covered with soft vinyl. You don't have to
worry about bruising or strain to any part of the body.
Plus, the machine is not as large and bulky as many other types of home
workout equipment. It is nice and compact measuring just 51 inches long
and 25 inches wide.
The machine weighs 70 pounds and is quick and
easy to put together. All tools needed for assembly come with the
product.
Ab Coaster Benefits
The biggest benefit is the ability to deliver a hardcore abdominal
workout without straining your neck and other joints. This machine
eliminates the need for floor work entirely and will deliver real
results even if you can only devote a few minutes a day to working out.
The user has to extend more effort while doing the Ab Coaster than they
would doing crunches or sit ups, which means they are more likely to
work up a sweat. This means it can be turned into a fat burning workout
that burns a ton of calories while working the abdominals.
This is a solidly-built machine that is easy to operate and delivers
great results in a rather short period of time. The unique
design will be
appreciated by anyone looking to tone up or strengthen their core
muscles, lose weight, or simply develop ripped abs that look great on
the beach.
Since it holds users who weigh up to 350 pounds, this is one machine
that is easily accessible for most people looking to expand their home
gym or simply
shape up at home.
Ab
Coaster Review - Consumer Feedback
What Consumers Like:
- Product is sturdy and well-built
- If you are out of shape, it will be easier for you to use this
machine than to perform traditional ab exercises that stress the back
and neck
- Thoroughly exercises upper, middle, and lower ab regions, as well as
obliques
What
Consumers Don't Like:
- The exercise monitor is of poor quality and doesn't
accurately count repetitions
- Ball-bearings on which the knee carriage rests may quickly wear out
(within a year), if not properly maintained
- Price point may put this ab machine out of reach for some users;
there are less expensive alternatives for ab exercise
Ab
Coaster Review - Features/Specifications
- Solid, commercial-grade steel construction with powder-coat
finish
- Smooth, bottom-up operation encourages full abdominal workout
- Digital monitor keeps track of repetitions
- Seat can be adjusted to three positions; offers free-style motion as
well
- Add up to 20 pounds of weight plates on plate-loading posts
You'll get one year of warranty coverage on the frame, and a 60-day
warranty on the foam pads.
Ab
Coaster Review Summary
The Ab Coaster is a solidly constructed machine that does exactly what
the manufacturer claims: it will help you put your abs through a
complete workout. If you find normal ab exercises such as sit-ups,
crunches, and leg raises too much of a strain on your back, this is a
product worth consideration.
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