Was this your first Legs workout in a while? How'd it go? The first half of this routine is a bit tougher than I intended, so if you need to skip a set and catch your breath, that's okay! Don't quit, finish it out, come back again, and defeat Leg Day!
This workout kicked my butt. After fumbling through an “arms & chest” workout yesterday from the Xtreme manual on my own, I thought I’d see how your beginner workout would do for leg day. I was good until the last exercise, which my setup didn’t allow for (not enough room in front of the machine). By the time I figured out I could accomplish the same thing from the side, I also realized I was beat. Next time I’ll know what to do, and maybe reduce the weight a bit. Anyway, loved having your guidance, and I’m looking forward to the other videos.
It was tough, dropped weight to 30. Really working hard at the end. Thanks for the extra 25. I recommend keeping a hand towel nearby. One of these times I hope to feel I mastered it.
It was tough, dropped weight to 30. Really working hard at the end. Thanks for the extra 25. I recommend keeping a hand towel nearby. One of these times I hope to feel I mastered it.
Great revisit with higher weights. I changed it up a bit by just doing the leg curles all at once alternating and saved some time. i alternated the leg pulls to crunch as well.
Thank you for making these videos! I’m like a lot of people who have commented on your videos with a Bowflex machine gathering dust. I know I need to get back to a strength training routine and these videos will motivate me to start. Great work!
#bowflex first time doing this one. Difficult for me but I completed it. I had to drop my weight from 50. To 30 right away but for other exercises I could have gone back to 50 but after doing all of it, I think staying with 30 for now will be best overall. Just started using the workout schedule, this is number 3. Will be back Monday. Thanks Eric!
Whoo Hoo week 6. I worked out a good hack to be kind to my power rods. I call it move the magnet Mondays. For sets that use half weight I put a refrigerator magnet on the lat upright and on Mondays I move the magnet on the upright from left to right side or vice versa to remind myself to use alternating sides of the power rods changing the side weekly on Mondays. That way over time each side will get more or less the same use. Move that Magnet Mondays. Do it just before unwrapping the rods. I take it a step further using a triangle magnet and for exercises using similar weight like the 20’s. One week the triangle magnet points down meaning use the 20 closest to the Pulleys and the next week I point the magnet up meaning use the 20 furthest from the pulleys. Hope it helps.
I did the leg workout today. You were right, it was challenging, but I finished it albeit with a struggle towards the end. I used 30 lbs. My HR ranged from 75-140, averaging 105 bpm. Worked up a bit of a sweat. It was good for me to get back to a strength training routine. I plan to do the upper body one Mondays and Thursdays, lower body Tuesdays and Fridays. I have a yoga class Wednesdays and my weekends will be walking. I think it’s a good balance. Thanks again for making a great video!
Option 2 if you fall behind: back the video up a few seconds! I liked this one. Took some adjusting on the set up since I am 6'4" (193 cm), bar was mandatory versus handles to accommodate.
I have always shyed away from legs of my bowflex but this was a super simple workout (I mean the changeover) and was a great workout. Had my heart pumping and legs aching. Awesome job!
Awesome and thank you! If you're looking for a bit more structure, check out my beginner program (linked in the description under KO-FI). They are only $10 and can give you a plan to follow. About to raise the price to $15 and going to add some videos about each soon.
Third workout, first leg day. Struggled a bit with figuring out the leg extension attachment but finally got the hang of it. Learning more with each workout #Bowflex101 (50 lbs)
Workout No.3, I had to stop seveeral times as I was exhusted. I was only using 20lbs at that. Way more out of shape than I thought. I will master this! #Bowflex101 (20)
I did your leg workout today on my Bowflex Extreme SE. wow, the lunges had my glutes burning 🔥 I’m gonna have trouble walking tomorrow. That is a great workout. I wish these machines had like a high squat bar pully so we could do squats w/more weight. I’d love to see a pull up bar on it too.
I got you: ruclips.net/video/i0DAlYgQIOc/видео.html That routine doesn't have Squats, but you could staple on this routine or hit Squats another time: ruclips.net/video/W4lW6NEjB7g/видео.html
I've actually had a hard time finding these online. They're not available on the bowflex website or amazon. You might also need the extensions, so I'm going to link you those too. Kind of expensive, but this is the best I found: Option #1: sportsmith.com/bar-with-foam-grips-black-48-bowflex/product/34549/ sportsmith.com/squat-straps-pair-bowflex-sport/product/34478/ Option #2: www.fitnessrepairparts.com/equipment/Select/33294/Bowflex/XTREME%202SE%20HOME%20GYM%20-%20100712 I think shipped cost is a bit higher on Option #2. BUT if you are in the market for some additional power rods (assuming you just have the stock 210lbs) you can grab 2 50lb rods there for $60 total. While I'm talking Squat bars, I have tried some aftermarket products on Amazon and haven't found any that I'd co-sign. I actually had one snap on me and that was kind of scary. The Bowflex bar isn't going to, that thing is solid!
Only on day 5 with BOWFLEX. Just finished This video and it was super informative and I was definitely feeling it at the end. I’ll be doing this one again. #bowflex
I believe a tutorial is needed of how to connect all those wires to go places, it’s very confusing. The connection of the wiring changes with every exercise gets very frustrating to connect
Ok, I'll try to record one at some point. I really do try to limit the position changes in my routines, but sometimes it's unavoidable. There's only 3 throughout this entire routine and that's on the high end. Give my upper body routines a go and you'll find 1-2 pulley positions used for the entire routine on most.
I’m using the bow flex my parents got and I’m just confused on how you even set it up for the legs idk if I’m missing something I can’t find the booklet to read and figure out how to set it up either but the pictures on the little poster doesn’t tell you how to set it up only how to do the workout. Please help. The only thing I see that’s different is I still have the cables for the lat pull-down bar still up but I don’t see a way to take them completely off in a convenient way.
Are you on Facebook? If so, join this group and post some pictures. Hopefully myself or someone in the group can help.facebook.com/groups/bowflexworkouts/?ref=share
I just brought one, $1,321 damn dollars (with shipping n handling, n tax lol). I am so excited to get it. Everyone keeps saying its gonna b a fancy clothes rack lol When they see my body come July, i dont wanna hear nothing lol I like how u can work out ur whole body in 40 min.
Oh yeah, all the time. Check out my recent videos and you'll see I've continued putting one out every week. Are you looking to buy on or have any specific questions? If in the market to buy a new one, please use my links!
Leg day is terrible 😢 I am 60, overweight and outta shape. Only made it through the leg extensions. I was weak and shaking. Should i eat b4 or after workouts in the morning?
Jim, you were slow close to finishing! Don't beat yourself up, just be consistent and you'll get there. Consistency is the most important part. Eating before a workout definitely helps with energy levels. In general, I recommend fasting before morning cardio, but with resistance training you can do either...the science says a small breakfast before a resistance routine is better for increasing intensity. My recommendation though is do what's going to help you be consistent. Maybe some days you're feeling it and can go right to the workout, then do that. Maybe some mornings you want to ease into it, have breakfast and set a timer for 60-90 minutes later and then get in your workout. Stick with it and keep me posted on your progress. I remember names and want to help get you in better shape!
@@BowflexWorkouts thanks for the encouragement. I did the beginning upper body workout yesterday. Are these the only 2 exercise routines I should do for a while or should I add some other random exercises on the bowflex as well? I'm trying to do cardio at least 3 days a week as well.
@@jimwade2031 Here's a link to a playlist of my 8 beginner routines: ruclips.net/p/PL2v4RQMlW4AEpcx96vGE_uxH-Xt6CNY3B I also sell this packaged up as a 6 week program here: ko-fi.com/s/27ddc91ae4 It's the same routines, but gives more structure to help people stay on track. I think having a calendar and a plan to follow is really helpful to help with just showing up (no guesswork, just follow the plan).
![Bowflex XTREME Beginner Workout | 20 min | Full Upper Body + Warmup [XCEED, PR3000]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/eaFoPfDKLNQ/mqdefault.jpg)
Was this your first Legs workout in a while? How'd it go? The first half of this routine is a bit tougher than I intended, so if you need to skip a set and catch your breath, that's okay! Don't quit, finish it out, come back again, and defeat Leg Day!
This workout kicked my butt. After fumbling through an “arms & chest” workout yesterday from the Xtreme manual on my own, I thought I’d see how your beginner workout would do for leg day. I was good until the last exercise, which my setup didn’t allow for (not enough room in front of the machine). By the time I figured out I could accomplish the same thing from the side, I also realized I was beat. Next time I’ll know what to do, and maybe reduce the weight a bit.
Anyway, loved having your guidance, and I’m looking forward to the other videos.
It was tough, dropped weight to 30. Really working hard at the end. Thanks for the extra 25. I recommend keeping a hand towel nearby. One of these times I hope to feel I mastered it.
It was tough, dropped weight to 30. Really working hard at the end. Thanks for the extra 25. I recommend keeping a hand towel nearby. One of these times I hope to feel I mastered it.
I love these beginner workouts. I especially like that all the exercises use the same weights for the entire routine.
#bowflex End of week 9 at 80/100/80. Very happy with progress. Very happy with your program Eric especially as a member.
Great revisit with higher weights. I changed it up a bit by just doing the leg curles all at once alternating and saved some time. i alternated the leg pulls to crunch as well.
Another great leg workout :) 80 lbs for the first squats, lunges, and calf raises; 100 lbs for leg curls, extensions, & pulls to crunch #bowflex
Thank you for making these videos! I’m like a lot of people who have commented on your videos with a Bowflex machine gathering dust. I know I need to get back to a strength training routine and these videos will motivate me to start. Great work!
great work out! thank you very much!
Just joined as a Club Member! Ready to get started!!
Thank you!!!
#bowflex first time doing this one. Difficult for me but I completed it. I had to drop my weight from 50. To 30 right away but for other exercises I could have gone back to 50 but after doing all of it, I think staying with 30 for now will be best overall. Just started using the workout schedule, this is number 3. Will be back Monday. Thanks Eric!
#good one. Still learning but making progress
#finishstrong definitely a tough one.👍
Whoo Hoo week 6. I worked out a good hack to be kind to my power rods. I call it move the magnet Mondays. For sets that use half weight I put a refrigerator magnet on the lat upright and on Mondays I move the magnet on the upright from left to right side or vice versa to remind myself to use alternating sides of the power rods changing the side weekly on Mondays. That way over time each side will get more or less the same use. Move that Magnet Mondays. Do it just before unwrapping the rods. I take it a step further using a triangle magnet and for exercises using similar weight like the 20’s. One week the triangle magnet points down meaning use the 20 closest to the Pulleys and the next week I point the magnet up meaning use the 20 furthest from the pulleys. Hope it helps.
Whew!! Made it. All up and running, thank you Eric. # completed. (30)
Another great leg day! I love the pace of this one! #yaylegday (45, 60)
I did the leg workout today. You were right, it was challenging, but I finished it albeit with a struggle towards the end. I used 30 lbs. My HR ranged from 75-140, averaging 105 bpm. Worked up a bit of a sweat. It was good for me to get back to a strength training routine. I plan to do the upper body one Mondays and Thursdays, lower body Tuesdays and Fridays. I have a yoga class Wednesdays and my weekends will be walking. I think it’s a good balance. Thanks again for making a great video!
Fabulous! Easy to follow. Plenty of difficulty for a beginner. 😅
Option 2 if you fall behind: back the video up a few seconds! I liked this one. Took some adjusting on the set up since I am 6'4" (193 cm), bar was mandatory versus handles to accommodate.
So glad to have found your channel! Really tough leg day!! Beginning again after a long injury recovery, but definitely taking it slow! Thanks!
Great content and workout! Appreciate you putting this out there.
Pretty good videos
I really was feeling it the next day after this workout. Did it again yesterday. The step back lunges are no joke. #legday
I have always shyed away from legs of my bowflex but this was a super simple workout (I mean the changeover) and was a great workout. Had my heart pumping and legs aching.
Awesome job!
You are an absolute legend for all these videos! 🙏🏻
#good workout week 3 in the books did legs today because i won't be able to this weekend
back to exercising, and these videos help me to restart.
Awesome and thank you! If you're looking for a bit more structure, check out my beginner program (linked in the description under KO-FI). They are only $10 and can give you a plan to follow. About to raise the price to $15 and going to add some videos about each soon.
So glad i found your channel ERIC (not Greg😂). I feel like I'm really learning how to use my bowflex to its fullest potential.
#FridayLegs Let’s gooo (100lbs)
Nice, please more routines for the PR3000
Thanks! I've got a ton of them here: ruclips.net/p/PL2v4RQMlW4AGESphE5DXlJNcy_gPnVQa8
Another workout completed. Thank you! #bowflex2023
Good work out bro thanks
First work out on legs and I only made it halfway through. Excited to try again and make it a little farther next time
You made it through the hardest part!
Felt this one the next day, too! #BeTrue!
WOW, GOTTA DO THIS ONE MORE!
Third workout, first leg day. Struggled a bit with figuring out the leg extension attachment but finally got the hang of it. Learning more with each workout #Bowflex101 (50 lbs)
Whew! My quads are on fire! #lovingit
I like your easy-going disposition - the workout felt great. Thanks! #Blowflex
#Xtreme Legs! (100lbs) this week 💪🏼
Whew! I felt it today! #legdayftw (40, 55)
#done What a great workout! I'm still sweating!!
#learnsomethingnew great workout Eric! Finding more ways to use my machine!
Workout complete #2023
# workout 3 and first week in the books these workouts are killing me but in a good way
#great workout
Great workout. I modify around the bowflex blaze but great routine
#hate leg day but finished this is as good workout got a good sweat going
I tried the upper body one today. I will do the leg one tomorrow. I haven’t used my Bowflex in many months. I’ll let you know how it goes.
#getting stronger
getting the most out of my bowflex! #goodlegworkout
#bowflex Not my favorite day but never skip leg day😂
Workout complete #bowflex2023
#bowflex. A little harder to adapt to resistance bands but was an excellent workout at 80
Did this yesterday to finish off week 5 of #BowFlex102 (50 lbs)
I’m not gonna lie…that one…😅 TY as always.
Workout No.3, I had to stop seveeral times as I was exhusted. I was only using 20lbs at that. Way more out of shape than I thought. I will master this! #Bowflex101 (20)
This is a tough one. Stick with it. You got this!
#thankseric almost didn’t make it through all sets of lunges but I pushed through! #legday
Great workout Eric #letssquat
Ah, so you didn't skip leg day!
Feeling the leg burn after that one! #Xtreme
#BeStrong! (80) Leg day Friday!
#week 5 in the books
#BeHumble! (80) [50 rods/30 bands] Crushed by crunches!🐘
Nice great channel
Thanks Mark!
I did your leg workout today on my Bowflex Extreme SE. wow, the lunges had my glutes burning 🔥 I’m gonna have trouble walking tomorrow. That is a great workout. I wish these machines had like a high squat bar pully so we could do squats w/more weight. I’d love to see a pull up bar on it too.
Workout Complete #2023
#leg day
Would love this workout for blaze, do have one
I got you: ruclips.net/video/i0DAlYgQIOc/видео.html
That routine doesn't have Squats, but you could staple on this routine or hit Squats another time: ruclips.net/video/W4lW6NEjB7g/видео.html
# 2/11/24 30 leg day was tough 😊
#fridays workout done
I can change the date to 5/12 in the comment database if you'd like. Just let me know.
@@BowflexWorkouts Thank you but I'm okay. Thanks to your videos, I am consistently working out on my Bowflex. It feels good to be getting stronger!
#bowflex 2nd time doing it, I have no love for it but I increased the weight anyway and finished.
IDK what to say, but your comment cracked me up.
#BeStrong I was able to maintain better control and form using the elastic bands with the squat bar. Lunges are still lunges though!
Eric, you mention in the video about including a link on how to use the squat bar. Can you share that with me?
I've actually had a hard time finding these online. They're not available on the bowflex website or amazon.
You might also need the extensions, so I'm going to link you those too. Kind of expensive, but this is the best I found:
Option #1:
sportsmith.com/bar-with-foam-grips-black-48-bowflex/product/34549/
sportsmith.com/squat-straps-pair-bowflex-sport/product/34478/
Option #2:
www.fitnessrepairparts.com/equipment/Select/33294/Bowflex/XTREME%202SE%20HOME%20GYM%20-%20100712
I think shipped cost is a bit higher on Option #2. BUT if you are in the market for some additional power rods (assuming you just have the stock 210lbs) you can grab 2 50lb rods there for $60 total.
While I'm talking Squat bars, I have tried some aftermarket products on Amazon and haven't found any that I'd co-sign. I actually had one snap on me and that was kind of scary. The Bowflex bar isn't going to, that thing is solid!
@@BowflexWorkouts I might have misunderstood. I do already have the bar. I thought you referenced a video on how to use it.
@@BobConnellyMD oh yeah, totally misread your comment. 😆Here's that link: ruclips.net/video/OtKM-Zeevso/видео.htmlsi=mfhAP7UbHIq9EDHd&t=101
Only on day 5 with BOWFLEX. Just finished This video and it was super informative and I was definitely feeling it at the end. I’ll be doing this one again. #bowflex
End of week 5. TGIF #BowFlex101 (45/50/60 lbs)
Working on those lunges! #BeWise
I believe a tutorial is needed of how to connect all those wires to go places, it’s very confusing. The connection of the wiring changes with every exercise gets very frustrating to connect
Ok, I'll try to record one at some point. I really do try to limit the position changes in my routines, but sometimes it's unavoidable. There's only 3 throughout this entire routine and that's on the high end. Give my upper body routines a go and you'll find 1-2 pulley positions used for the entire routine on most.
#BeCool and stay hydrated!
Again, respecting leg day! But I am getting into the groove. #BowFlex101 (50 lbs)
Nice work, Bob!
#hate leg day but i got a good sweat going today
#BeWise (80) Leg pulls-to-crunches. No escape!
#finished
#BeBold!
#thankseric
#🥵💪
#07/18/2024 #Bowflex Back to basics.
#BeFair (90) Beginner workouts become advanced when you add resistance and increase the reps!
First leg workout was hard! I’m learning a lot about different ways to use the bowflex. [forgot to post on Thursday] #bowflex101 (30, 50)
I moved the comment in my database to Thursday. Keep it up and hope to see you finish the program!
Back to the beginning! #BeMIndful
Workout complete #2024 (70)
I’m using the bow flex my parents got and I’m just confused on how you even set it up for the legs idk if I’m missing something I can’t find the booklet to read and figure out how to set it up either but the pictures on the little poster doesn’t tell you how to set it up only how to do the workout. Please help. The only thing I see that’s different is I still have the cables for the lat pull-down bar still up but I don’t see a way to take them completely off in a convenient way.
Are you on Facebook? If so, join this group and post some pictures. Hopefully myself or someone in the group can help.facebook.com/groups/bowflexworkouts/?ref=share
#done
Continuing to focus on form with #BowFlex102 (50 lbs)
#Beginner X Legs 1 8/19/23 (60lbs)
Workout complete #2024 (75)
I just brought one, $1,321 damn dollars (with shipping n handling, n tax lol). I am so excited to get it. Everyone keeps saying its gonna b a fancy clothes rack lol When they see my body come July, i dont wanna hear nothing lol I like how u can work out ur whole body in 40 min.
Stick with me and keep me posted on your progress! 💪💪
How is it going? You still working out with it?
Oh yeah, all the time. Check out my recent videos and you'll see I've continued putting one out every week. Are you looking to buy on or have any specific questions? If in the market to buy a new one, please use my links!
#BeVictorious! Beginner Leg Day defeated!
Workout complete #2023 (50)
Leg day is terrible 😢 I am 60, overweight and outta shape. Only made it through the leg extensions. I was weak and shaking. Should i eat b4 or after workouts in the morning?
Jim, you were slow close to finishing! Don't beat yourself up, just be consistent and you'll get there. Consistency is the most important part.
Eating before a workout definitely helps with energy levels. In general, I recommend fasting before morning cardio, but with resistance training you can do either...the science says a small breakfast before a resistance routine is better for increasing intensity.
My recommendation though is do what's going to help you be consistent. Maybe some days you're feeling it and can go right to the workout, then do that. Maybe some mornings you want to ease into it, have breakfast and set a timer for 60-90 minutes later and then get in your workout.
Stick with it and keep me posted on your progress. I remember names and want to help get you in better shape!
@@BowflexWorkouts thanks for the encouragement. I did the beginning upper body workout yesterday. Are these the only 2 exercise routines I should do for a while or should I add some other random exercises on the bowflex as well? I'm trying to do cardio at least 3 days a week as well.
@@jimwade2031 Here's a link to a playlist of my 8 beginner routines: ruclips.net/p/PL2v4RQMlW4AEpcx96vGE_uxH-Xt6CNY3B
I also sell this packaged up as a 6 week program here: ko-fi.com/s/27ddc91ae4
It's the same routines, but gives more structure to help people stay on track. I think having a calendar and a plan to follow is really helpful to help with just showing up (no guesswork, just follow the plan).
@@BowflexWorkouts thank you. I will get your package I invested in the machine would be silly not to invest in the workout programs.
@@jimwade2031 awesome! Let me know if you have any issues getting set up!
#ok
#Xtreme #Feb. #80lbs
#second time
Leggs are tough! #Bowflex101 (30)