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"Dumbbells" as a word originated in Tudor England - athletes used hand-held church bells to develop the upper body and arms. These bells ranged in weight from a few ounces to many pounds. The bells were flourished in various ways. This would have made a great deal of noise, so the athletes would take out the clappers so they could practice quietly; hence the name "dumb", as in "no sound", and "bell" - dumbbell. When strongmen started to make their own equipment, they kept the name, even though the shape changed. Kettles were also available in various sizes, ranging up to those holding several gallons. Filled with sand or water, these too could be used for training. When athletes started making purpose-built equipment, they also kept the name
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How long is the manufacturer warranty for these dumbbells?
Unfortunately, there is no manufacturer warranty for these dumbbells. These dumbbells are pretty robust and pretty hard to break.
What is the total number of dumbbells that this rack can hold?
This particular rack can hold ten pairs of dumbbells or 20 mix and matched dumbbells.
Are the dumbbells included with this rack?
While you may be able to find a retailer that bundles the dumbbells with this rack, this rack does not automatically come with dumbbells.
What is an advantage of Bowflex dumbbells?
The advantage of Bowflex dumbbells is that it comes adjustable and later the customer can add on weights as they wish. That and the Bowflex adjustable dumbbells are far cheaper than regular dumbbells and higher quality.
What material are these dumbbells made out of?
Dumbbells are made out of a wide variety of materials. For example, dumbbells made out of plastic, chrome, neoprene, and iron are all relatively common.
What exercises can Bowflex adjustable dumbbells be used for?
There are many exercises that someone who wants to exercise can do with Bowflex adjustable dumbbells. Some of the exercises with the dumbbells are curls and lunges.
Are Bowflex dumbbells expensive?
Bowflex dumbbells are as expensive as normal dumbbells but come with several other features which make them slightly more worth money spent for them.
What is the outer coating on the dumbbells?
These dumbbells are coated in hardened chrome for maximum resistance to wear.
What material is the dumbbells made out of?
These dumbbells are made of hardened chrome, with inlaid rubber knurled handles.
Do the dumbbells come with the rack or do you have to buy them separately?
The rack does not come with dumbbells, you have to buy them on your own, sorry!
Are the dumbbells included in this rack?
This rack doesn't come with the dumbbells included they must be purchased separately.
