Total Gym 1400 Deluxe Home Gym Review
We understand that the number one source of failure when it comes to working out at home is the lack of motivation.
You never pay for an expansive gym membership, and there is no monstrous muscular bodybuilder around.
That’s a challenge that’s hard to overcome, but there IS something we can help you eliminate… And that something is BOREDOM.
Probably the best exercises at home are bodyweight exercises.
This is because, as some might say, you can grow out of your dumbbells, but not your own body weights. Bodyweight exercises can come in various shapes and sizes.
However, beginners usually get stuck with limited options.
Our solution is simple: get a total body gym equipment. And if you have not guessed it already, in this article, we shall be looking at the Total Gym 1400 Deluxe Home Gym.
Remember, if you only have little time, you can still benefit from our “Too Long, Didn’t Read” section right at the start.
But if you have got time to spare, stick with us to the end to get a better image of the Total Gym 1400 Deluxe Home Gym.
TL, DR: Total Gym 1400 Deluxe Home Gym
Product Description
The Total Body Gym 1400 Deluxe is said to “bring the versatility of the gym to the privacy of your home.” Indeed, this piece of equipment allows more than 60 exercises.
You can work on cardio, strength training, and stretching with just one home gym machine.
A typical full-body session of the Total Gym 1400 ranges from 10 to 20 minutes. That is, you can get a good workout in less than 20 minutes.
And due to the nature of bodyweight and slightly calisthenics exercises, you can get a total body workout and strengthen major muscle groups at the same time.
Special Features
- Stable and durable steel frame (with few plastic components)
- Enable over 60 different exercises
- Can be used to do a cardio workout, toning, stretching, and strength training
- 8 adjustable levels of resistance
- Can be used by beginners, intermediates, or advances age from 8 all the way up to 80
- A safety hitch pin lets you fold the machine up to put it away
- Accessories included
- Great for beginners as it gives a total body workout
- One of the most reasonably priced home gym equipment on the market
- Compact
- Safe and secure with the safety hitch and safety pin so that the machine will not move unexpectedly
- The easy assembly which should take between 30 and 60 minutes
- Can be folded and stored beneath beds, inside closets, or up against walls
- Limited weight resistance
- There is also not enough resistance to build huge muscles.
- Anyone more massive than 250 pounds will not be able to use the machine.
- Time-consuming to fold
- The device only comes with a one-year warranty.
- The top-mounted flip chart is printed in light and small micro print:
- The pulleys only use type C screw connectors
- Hard to swap with other types of accessories
- If you plan on using accessories you have owned, it is recommended to buy a set of heavy-duty spring-loaded C clips
Is It Worth It?
However, due to its basic features, it is more recommendable for beginners. There have been users claiming that the top resistance level is still too light for them.
The machine is also impractical for building mass. Bodybuilders and people weighted above 250 pounds should not buy it.
In-Depth Review of the Total Gym 1400 Deluxe Home Gym
Size and Dimension
The Total Gym 1400 Deluxe Home Gym’s footprint is 95.2 inches long and 16 inches wide. The unit reaches 43.2 inches tall.
When completely folded, the Total Gym 1400 measures 56 inches × 19 inches × 10 inches. The whole thing weighs approximately 75 pounds.
Quality and Durability
As mentioned, the Total Gym 1400 Deluxe Home Exercise System is very durable. The unit is made from solid steel and resilient plastic and manufactured to a very high quality.
Weight Capacity
The weight capacity of the Total Gym 1400 is 250 pounds.
Additional Features and Components
As stated, the Total Gym 1400 Deluxe System provides 8 levels of resistance. It also has a safety pin, with which you can fold the machine for storing purposes.
Accessories are included to make the most of your workout. They are:
- adjustable handlebars
- set of dip bars
- short pins
- footboard
- owner’s manual
- exercise manual
- flashcards with exercises from the manual
- clipboard to attach flashcards
- exercise flip chart
- nutrition guide
- Total Gym Exercise Workout DVD
Note: The Total Gym Workout DVD is a 50-minute DVD that features a fitness instructor teaching 18 different exercises. This should give you a great head start rather than letting you figure things out on your own.
The nutrition guide is also a nice touch. We all know for a fact: You are what you eat. It does not matter if you are trying to lose weight or building muscle, paying attention to what you should and should not eat is not to be overlooked.
Exercises to Perform
- Pull-Ups
- Chin-Ups
- Pullovers
- Rows
- Chest Presses
- Chest Flies
- Shoulder Presses
- Upright Rows
- Lateral Raises
- Chest Crossovers
- Dips
- Triceps Pushdowns
- Overhead Triceps Extensions
- Bicep Curls
- Crunches
- Squats
- Adductors
- Abductors
- Leg Raises
- A broad range of Pilates’ Exercises
In other words, you will get to explore over 40 variations of the exercises above.
Warranty
The Total Gym 1400 Home Gym comes with one-year parts and frame warranty. This is considered a disadvantage, even a deal-breaker for many users.
These users also prefer lifetime warranty for the frame.
Total Gym 1400 - What Do People Say?
Amazon Reviews
The Total Gym 1400 Deluxe Home Gym receives a high rating on Amazon.
Most comments on Amazon express their fondness of the product’s following aspects:
- Versatility
- Sturdiness
- Value for money
- Easy assembly
- Easy folding
EVERYTHING you need is included with this package!
Excellent value, GREAT machine overall. Getting near-daily use.
The attachments included in this package are well worth this price, I have a friend that is a PT & she is certainly impressed with this machine & accessories.
That being said, some Amazon users find assembling off-putting, claiming that the device is advertised to be fully assembled. This is, of course, an advertising flaw.
I thought it said this came assembled.
There have been users claiming that the top resistance level is still too light for them.
Many users also prefer lifetime warranty for the frame.
Even at the highest setting, there is way too little resistance. And I am not in good shape.
I am a reasonable person, and I would not expect things like rollers, cables, and other accessories to be lifetime warrantied. But I would expect the frame and the construction of that frame to be covered.
YouTube Reviews
Surprisingly, reviewers on YouTube do not seem to have any problem with the Total Gym 1400 Deluxe Home Gym.
Based on the YouTube reviews, we give the Total Gym 1400 a high score.
Most YouTubers refer to the unit as a solid piece of equipment.
The only problem one can find with Total Gym’s machines is that they are pricey. They still have great value for money, so a YouTuber suggested buying used devices.
This is a good thing.
The more I use it, the more I gain confidence in support of the product.
If you have ever wondered if the total gym will work, I can guarantee you it will not… if you don’t use it.
The Total Gym is a weird-looking machine, but it is actually pretty smooth and provides a good workout for different muscle groups.a h
The Bottomline...
So there you have it, our in-depth review of the Total Gym 1400 Home Gym. We best recommend this equipment if you’re a beginner who’s looking for a solid machine for your home gym.
Heavy lifters and advanced people may find resistance and exercises too easy for their needs. People with a user weight over 250 pounds should look elsewhere.
If you like this article, make sure to check out our other total body gym reviews or our Total Gym Alternatives article. We have tons of writings on healthy lifestyles, dumbbell exercises, and equipment reviews.
For fitness lovers out there, you would not want to miss any.
Article by:
Daniel DeMoss
I’m a personal trainer based in Denver (Matrix Gym) and a true fitness nerd. If I’m not training clients or working out at my home gym, I’m probably skiing, cycling or hiking with my dog Rufus.
Get in touch: daniel@dumbbellsreview.com