Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Review

Quick Summary

The Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE home gym uses Bowflex’s patented Power Rod technology to deliver 210 pounds of resistance, (upgradeable up to 410 pounds).

Start out with as little as 5 pounds of weight and keep adding Power Rods until you reach your maximum weight resistance.

The Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE offers several attachments (built-in as well as included separately) and delivers 70+ exercises at your disposal.

Learn more in our full Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE review below…

Specifications

Model	Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE
Rating Our custom rating considers all of the Home Gym's features, specs, warranties, and 100's of user & expert reviews, to save you time!	93.6%
List Price Suggested retail price, typically higher than the price you'll pay with our recommended retailers.	$1,599
Best Price Since prices change daily, this link goes to our preferred retailer for the current best price. Note: MSRP stands for Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price.	$1,199
Type There are a few different types of Home Gyms. There are weight stack, power rod and body weight.	Power Rods
Max. Weight Home Gym Max Weight is the maximum amount of weight, in pounds (lbs), that can be lifted on the machine.	210 lbs
Exercises Home Gym exercises is the number of exercises you can do on the machine.	70+
Seat The seat on a Home Gym can be adjustable, padded, or detached.	Bench (Adjustable)
User Weight Home Gym User Weight is the amount of weight, in pounds (lbs), that it can safely support, which can represent durability.	300 lbs
Dimensions Dimensions are included to help you figure out if this Home Gym will fit properly (Length x Width x Height and Height x Depth).	Length: 4' 10" Width: 4' 1" Height: 6' 11"
Workout Area Home Gym Workout Area is the amount of space needed to use the Home Gym (Length x Width)	8' x 6' 5" (L x W)
Legs This field lets you know if this Home Gym has the option to do leg workouts or not.
Abs This field lets you know if this Home Gym has abdominal workouts or not.
Curls This field lets you know if this Home Gym has the option to do arm curls or not.
Pulldown This field lets you know if this Home Gym has the option to do pulldown workouts or not.
Rows This field lets you know if this Home Gym has the option to do rows or not.
Accessories Many Home Gyms have optional accessories you can purchase separately.	- 310 lb Rod Upgrade - Bowflex Body Plan
Warranty The warranty is a very important part of your investment. The longer the warranty, the longer you can get free/discounted repairs by the manufacturer.	Power Rods: Lifetime Machine: 7 Years

Our Rating

Rating: 93.6/100. Minimize time spent in-between exercises setting up for the next routine with no cable changes and ergonomic design. Versatile home gym features wide selection of exercises and several accessories.

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Pros:

Home gym features patent Power Rod resistance
70+ exercises and even more variations supported
210 lbs. of resistance with 310 lb. Power Rod upgrade
Ergonomic bench seat adjusts to individual preference
Lifetime coverage on Power Rods; 7 years on machine
Bowflex Body Plan and fitness guide included

Cons:

Pricey home gym not within everyone’s budget
You’ll need some time to assemble trainer
A few customer complaints about noisy operation

Introduction

The Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE home gym includes a two-position adjustable lat tower, four-position lower pulley squat station and no-change cable pulley system.

The components of the Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE home gym make it possible to develop strong legs, flat abs, and toned glutes as well as sculpted chest and arms.

It’s a versatile trainer with 70+ exercises available as well as numerous enhancements including 310 lb. and 410 lb. Power Rod upgrades.

Home Gym Workouts

The Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE home gym includes over 70 exercises toning all major muscle groups in arms, shoulders, back, legs, chest and abs.

Exercises concentrate on problem areas such as triceps, biceps, wrists, hips, calves and lower back muscles.

Bowflex also offers an ab crunch shoulder harness to give a greater workout to your abdominal muscles.

Stay motivated thanks to the lat tower with angled lat bar and 4-position lower pulley/squat station.

Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Features

Bowflex’s Xtreme 2 SE home gym allows users up to 300 pounds to work out comfortably and effectively.

While the Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE home gym accommodates all sizes of people, the compact design also fits in all sizes of rooms.

You can’t beat Bowflex’s Power Rod technology which gives you the benefits of free weights without the risk to joint injuries.

Because the Power Rods are built with the highest quality composite material, Bowflex boasts that the Power Rods will never wear out.

Stay comfortable and keep the pressure off of your back with the ergonomic adjustable seat.

The no-change cable pulley system lets you move from squats to lats to leg workouts without ever needing to change the cables. The no-change system means less time spent making adjustments in between exercises and more time working out.

The unique 5-way hand grip/ankle cuffs of the Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE are designed to add flexibility and performance to any workout. The functions include a Regular Grip, Non-Grip Cuff, Ankle Cuff, Foot Cuff and a Shoulder Cuff.

Dictate your angle of resistance with multiple cable and pulley positions for added effectiveness to many exercises.

A purchase of the Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE includes Bowflex’s notorious Body Plan as well as a detailed owner’s manual/fitness guide.

Warranty & Guarantee

The Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE home gym warranty and guarantee includes:

Power Rods: Lifetime
Machine: 7 Years

Conclusion

The Xtreme 2 SE home gym gives you most of the features of newer models without the extra cost, and you’ll save time and money with the no-change cable system.