I like this TG. It came already put together (other than one of the pull appartus). I had to go on you-tube to figure out how to get the glider to different levels. Once I saw the video on you-tube I was set. The TG comes with two DVDs (which I haven't looked at yet) a manual of different workouts and a flip chart of workouts. I haven't broken it in yet, but I have a feeling I will be using this often. Also it is easy to stow away because of moving "wheels" at the bottom once it's folded up. I'd recommend it.

I unpacked it immediately and it was packaged with great care to protect it during shipping. It was easy to set up. I watched the DVD’s to get an idea of how to use the attachments. I suggest watching both because they each use the total gym a little differently. The woman actually uses all of the attachments and the trainer with the man and woman utilize the cables for an intermediate workout. I was surprised how much resistance is added by moving the machine up one notch you get to decide how much of your body weight you get to workout with. I do wish the bars used for dips were a little taller and were a little further away from the side to get a little better dip movement in but I’m a big guy 6’1” and 270lbs. You are able to add to the equipment though, so that’s a good option. For 300 dollars, this replaces probably a thousand dollars worth of equipment and weights easily. I will probably still invest in some dead weights for chest exercises but I am very satisfied with the Total Gym. I done a lot of exercises for back arms and got a great pump, you can easily do kick outs and mule kicks and changing the angle of your body from straight up to bent forward noticeably changes what part of the triceps are getting worked. As an experienced weight lifter, I like doing push one day and pulls the next. I believe that you get more out of the workout doing a push pull routine. Resistance workouts are a great way of building strength. It definitely folds up quickly and leans against a wall, taking little space to store it. It constructed with solid craftsmanship and they package it well to protect it during shipping. I was very impressed with that as well. The instructions manual would be way better if it were in color, but if you watch the DVD with the lady, she starts out with all the attachments on it, showing exactly how and where they go and exercises you can do, a little imagination you can figure out more exercises. You have to get a feel for what level to set it at. The video with the trainer and two people show how to safely mount and dismount so I suggest watching it for that and he shows a whole routine with nothing but the cables. For the money, I don’t see how anyone wouldn’t be happy with it.

I saw an infomercial for the Total gym and went online to price it. Sam's was the least expensive, so I ordered it. I gained 20 pounds during the pandemic, so I wanted to get the weight off. I just received it last week, and I have been using it for 15 minutes a day. I was impressed with how easy it was to set up , but I wasn't prepared for how much I would enjoy working out !! It is so easy to use and you can easily transition from one workout to another. I actually look forward to working out, and can't wait to start to see the results.

My husband and I bought this a month and 1/2 ago, and we’re both really enjoying it. I’m 60 and have osteoporosis so I feel like its an excellent work out for my bone strength. We’ve been following a total gym work out on YouTube for beginners and I highly recommend it. I can already tell a toning in my body, which is badly needed!

I have had the unit assembled for a couple of weeks and used a couple times a day 4 days a weeks. It seems to be good quality and was packed very well. I put it together myself (56 yr old female), but should have waited for DH to help me. I still haven't added the attachments so can't comment on them yet. The mat slips around on hardwood floor but it will be fine for now, as it only really slips when I change the incline. It is pretty heavy and awkward to move. I had to move it to a different room and folding it up to move is not something I want to do very often. It does take up quite a bit of space, so make sure you measure your available area before purchasing. It comes with a couple of videos which I have not reviewed yet. I watched some videos on youtube to get some basic moves down for now. I would like to have a taller platform for squats in order to have knees at a 45 degree angle. I am trying to get an injured ankle to strengthen, and in rehab they had me do squats on a machine called a shuttle, and knees had to be at 45 degrees for correct form in order to work the right muscles. The only real issue I had so far is my Flip Chart has the hole on the wrong side of the cards so it is upside-down. I am going to punch new holes in the other side of the cards and it will be okay. I haven't tried to called them about it since it isn't a big deal. One other thing that annoys me is that when you are doing squats the cable handles hit the floor every time you go up. I tried to hang them out of the way but it seems to put a drag on the gliding motion. So they hang there and bang the floor. I researched a bunch of different models offered at other retailers and this one seemed to be the best bang for your buck in terms of looks, quality and included accessories. Overall, I highly recommend this to anyone looking to get in better shape. Also, all of the questions that I asked here were answered correctly and is much appreciated. So thanks to those who answered. If you have been been thinking about getting one of these, I suggest you get this one before it's gone from Sams. I can't tell you how many times I saw something I wanted at Sams and waited too long and missed out.

Easy machine to work every muscle in your body.

Best excercise equipment i ever bought. Love it!

Nice machine with the extra options included. A little learning curve but not bad

Love this machine. I look forward to using it everyday.

very easy to set up and works very well for me.