Customer_01
My reservations were shattered.
I had a few misgivings when I first decided to purchase my Powerblocks. I wasn't wild about the form factor --- blocks? Somehow, they just didn't seem intuitive --- they didn't look like a DUMBELL! And for some reason, that made me feel like using them wouldn't FEEL like true weight lifting. In fact, when I was browsing adjustable dumbells and eliminating unviable options, these were among the first that I pointed out to my friend, saying, "See these? I'll never get these." How wrong I was. I researched my options for about two more days, and each path I went down led me to the powerblock. Despite not having the barbell aesthetic I was looking for, every other option fit into place. Safety. Ease of Use. Durability. Warranty. Reliability. Rapid Weight Change. No other product I looked at had all of these qualities. And so, I took the plunge, still with reservations about not "feeling" like a lifter. From the moment I picked these things up, I knew I'd made the right choice. My first workout with them was probably one of the most efficient that I've ever performed, -- the quick change of weight allowed me to focus purely on the lift, not having to fuss with spin locks and trying to rush in between my rests --- simply, it takes an entire step out of your routine and allows you to concentrate on the most important part. As time went by, the subtle benefits of powerblock's form factor began to reveal themselves. I purchased the PowerBlock Sport Exp, and I've got to say, I wouldn't want to go back to a traditional dumbell. The way the block encompasses your hand allows for more balanced weight distribution. The flat sides allow you to rest them comfortably on your knees between sets. Their square shape allows you to set them anywhere without them rolling around. The general impression that you get from these weights is "SOLID". The creators took the time and care to really think about what would make a lifter's life easier and implemented those ideas well. Easily one of the best purchases for fitness I've ever made.
