Total Gym XLS Review

Total Gym XLS Specs

• Length: 90 inches
• Height: 43 inches
• Width: 19 inches
• Product Materials: Steel and plastic
• Product Weight: About 85 pounds
• Weight Limit: Supports up to 400 pounds
• Folded Dimensions: 19″ width x 51″ length x 9″ height

In layman’s terms, the Total Gym XLS weighs about 85 pounds and can hold a weight limit of up to 400 pounds.

When it’s unfolded, it stretches out to 7 ½ feet long, stands about 3 ½ feet high and expands about 19 inches wide.

Depending on the size of your room, you may need to put it down diagonally in a room. It has a sturdy steel frame with resilient plastic components.

Total Gym XLS Features

• Get a full-body workout with over 80 exercises, including strength training, cardio, circuit training and stretching.
• 1¼-inch-by-2-inch steel tubing frame with chrome-plated top rails.
• A glideboard with 1 ½ inch high-density foam padding and head support.
• An upgraded comfort system, pulley system, cable system and ribbed squat stand.
• The included wing attachment helps you build up your back and arm muscles.
• Six levels of resistance to intensify your workout.
• Folds for easy storage.
• Works for users ages eight to 80 of all fitness levels, from beginning to advanced.
• The exercise machine features other accessories, such as flexible nylon strap handles, leg pull accessory, soft rubber handles, five workout DVDs, exercise chart, training deck and nutrition guide.

Stuff to Like:

• The Total Gym XLS is an all-in-one exercise machine that works all the major muscle groups in your body. With this one machine, you have access to over 80 different exercises. You can intensify every exercise by adjusting the resistance level.
• Increase your muscle mass and build strength with this machine. You can do strength training, circuit training and give your cardiovascular system a much needed workout.
• People eight to 80 of any fitness level can use this exercise machine without feeling overwhelmed. In the 1980s, Total Gym made its mark as rehabilitation equipment for those who sustained injuries. The smooth gliding motion that the glideboard provides is easy on your joints and makes it easy for anyone to use.
• It’s designed with a strong steel frame that keeps it from moving when you move. Unlike other versions of the Total Gym, the Total Gym XLS can support users up to 400 pounds.
• Another goodie is all the extra accessories that come with it. For example, the five Total Gym workout DVDs will teach you how to use it and how to get maximum results. The exercise wall chart shows you how to do 35 different exercises. Plus, the nutrition guide will help you develop better eating habits.
• There’s nothing worse than having to figure out how to assemble a large piece of fitness equipment. A bonus about the Total Gym XLS is that it comes assembled. No need to pull out a toolbox or worry about paying extra for expert assembly service.

Stuff to Dislike:

• Defective parts are a problem that has gotten under the skin of some customers. When they unpacked the Total Gym XLS after it arrived, it had broken parts. Moreover, some customers had parts break while they were exercising.
• A few customers have issues with Total Gym’s customer service department. Apparently, customer service failed to accommodate customers that received defective parts.
• The parts warranty is a bit of a let down because it lasts for only six months.