We are extremely honored to be featured in your video, thank you for the thoughtful and honest review. Harambe System is a family-owned small company and this exposure helps a lot. I want to offer some additional clarifications to some of the points from the video: The K Bar is featured in this video. Also mentioned briefly is our smaller and lighter T Bar, ideal for travel. The T Bar is about 3 lbs, which is actually about the same weight as the X3 Bar, and is 100% stainless steel. The T Bar takes 80% less stainless steel to make than the K Bar, that’s why it’s cheaper. Harambe System’s rope is not paracord. Our high-tech rope has many strands of strengthened and pre-stretched UHMWpe resulting in a rope with a tensile strength of 4500 lbs. Paracord only has a tensile strength of 550 lbs and is made out of nylon. And lastly, all of our systems have a safe working load of 1000 lbs, which exceeds anything currently on the market. Khalid Bou-Rabee, Founder and President of Harambe System

@harambesystem

Жыл бұрын

@C Holiday Yes, 1100 paracord is stronger than the usual 550 paracord, but they are still both made out of nylon. Also, I understand it's confusing, but tensile strength and safe working load mean very different things: Tensile strength is the force required to break something, whereas safe working load is the maximum safe force that something can take without any fear of breaking. Paracord (even 1100) generally has a safe working load of less than 220 lbs. We were conservative with our safe working load.

@grabbybardotcom

Жыл бұрын

really fair and balanced review

@HeCoversMe

Жыл бұрын

As founder and president I was expecting to see you give a special discount to Coops viewers 😊😊nothing like word of mouth advertising

@Besokool

Жыл бұрын

@@harambesystem I think it's really great how many free workout short clips you put on Instagram. Even freezing in Central Park! I think viewers should also be aware that resistance band training really requires noting more than the bands, an inexpensive anchor, and gloves. I have Undersun bands, and follow James Grage free workout videos. I'm 60 - lean and mean, and zero joint damage. Good luck to all.

@Deusvulttt

Жыл бұрын

Diks out for my boy, RIP

I've been working out for approximately 50 years. The gimmicks in the fitness industry are non stop. It's always about the money. I discovered resistance bands approximately 5 years ago. I wish that would of happened 40 years ago. I've never felt better, and get more out of my workouts than ever before. All you need are quality bands (there are 2 types, loops and ones attached to a handle at each end) and a door anchor. That can be bought online, just get quality ones, lots of garbage bands being sold. You can perform every exercise that's done in a regular gym and more. Anything else is just a gimmick. These are truly portable, take up very little space, super lightweight, and inexpensive. No more costly equipment, gym fees, gym bs, time to travel to a gym, fuel costs and on and on. Best discovery I have ever made.

@lonestarpatriot876

4 ай бұрын

Could not agree more. I also switched from free weights to bands. These bar systems are not needed, and the prices of these systems is ridiculous. I could make a platform and bar system for far less than what they charge. You do have to get good bands. With that said, there are many choices on that front and some of these companies charge far more than others for bands that are equal in quality. To my understanding, most of them come from Sri Lanka to begin with.

@grimer1805

4 ай бұрын

Why do you wish you had discovered it sooner?

@grimer1805

4 ай бұрын

@@lonestarpatriot876what plate and bands do you recommend to get started?

@lonestarpatriot876

4 ай бұрын

@grimer1805 If you are just getting started, I recommend UnderSun Fitness, Rubber Banditz, Clench. Rubber Banditz have a lifetime warranty on their bands. They are the only company I know of that does so. As far as a plate goes, I would say Clench. With that said, if you are just getting started, I would bypass the plate at first. It is not an absolute need, and you just want to get used to using the bands at first. Clench makes a lot of great accessories for the bands such as plates, bars, handles, ankle strap attachments for doing leg extensions, etc. I recommend just getting the bands first and getting started because then you will get a feel for what accessories you may or may not want. I am not a fan of X3 as you pretty much have to get their whole system, and everything they sell is massively overpriced.

@aimegautron8400

4 ай бұрын

@@grimer1805 For the same reasons I mentioned above. Something that I can add is that I would of avoided the injuries I got from working out with traditional gym equipment.

I have X3 and the band I use the most is pretty shredded at this point because it often catches a sharp edge of the plate. I wish the super smart founder, who got his PhD from an uncredited institution, had considered solutions for this.

@outtrigger

Жыл бұрын

do you like the x3 system? whats your review

@Sylphadora

Жыл бұрын

Same! I love the bar but the plate destroys the bands. I'll try to get the Harambe plate.

@nyunixguru

11 ай бұрын

Not so smart after all

@kyleahner6169

10 ай бұрын

There was consideration. It’s called planned obsolescence.

@alan2a1l

9 ай бұрын

I've gotten great results from the X3 system, using it for about 2 years. Convenient, fast, and gives a good full-body workout, but, yeah, especially the band I use for the plate exercises, I have used it a lot and the base does shred it. I went and bought a replacement, but in all that time, using it almost daily for 2 years, I haven't had to replace that band. It's unsightly, but it's still providing essentially the same resistance as it did the day it arrived. It's unsightly, but it hasn't compromised my workouts. I'm thinking of finding a good tough tape to apply to the edges to prevent further damage. And, yeah, I agree that this is something they should have handled in a version-2 design. They did come up with a V2 band that supposedly resists shredding better, but that seems like the wrong side of the equation to address.

Nice review. I own both systems and prefer the Harambe one in most cases. I do use the X3 system when traveling by plane as the equipment in its case fits in my suitcase. One thing you didn't talk about is the rotational difference of the ends of each bar. The Harambe's ends rotate individually while the X3's bar has both ends rotating together because the ends are connected by a long bar inside. Sometimes the X3 has some weird torque placed on the hands because of this and some people have actually lost their grip on the bar and hurt themselves. It looks like you have the second generation of the X3 plastic plate which is a little thicker than the first generation one which I have. Mine is thin and will slightly bend with heavier bands. The Harambe plate is in a different league than any of the X3 plates. Harambe's T bar is about the same length as X3's newer long bar.

I use bands AS bands: Rogue, TRX, Wodfitter. Grab the band, & step on it. Simple, compact, light, cheap, & enabling of more exercises than a bar.

Regarding band technology: there can be a lot to the chemistry and manufacturing of polymer materials. The question is whether we can find hard data supporting their claims. Personally, I'd love to see Garage Gym Reviews do deep dives on the materials and manufacturing of different products. It would take your reviews to the next level.

@salazteca1

Жыл бұрын

100% agree, Bought a set of bends from Elite FTS 10 years ago and I ve been abusing the hell of them,I ordered a pair recently and out of them box they feel cheap even the way the strech is not the same,For sure there is some tech and chemistry along with the materials they use to make them as you mention

@NB-568

Жыл бұрын

Definitely this!

@HoerigStrength

Жыл бұрын

@@salazteca1 same here, I have Elite FTS bands from 10-12 years ago and they’re as good as when I got them

@handyhistorian

Жыл бұрын

I think the results would be underwhelming, we've entered an age of ever-increasing corner-cutting and cost-reduction to fatten margins. The biggest insight would be how lucrative gym equipment is with lower quality than a generation ago, which probably wouldn't help the channel get sponsors.

@rustyyoung7980

Жыл бұрын

@@salazteca1 "I ordered a pair recently and out of the box the feel cheap". Also from EliteFTS, or??? Honestly, was just looking into ordered their "Short Band Pack" to try with some resistance band deadlifts (no free weights; just bands), or some of their standard 41" bands and doubling them over for some RDL's.....All I have is a shorter EZ-curl bar and and some rigged DB handles, hmmm. Might need a straight bar or maybe some PVC pipe (if the bands were the right texture....they're the slippery kind; not chalky or w/e).

Good review. I have the x3 system and I’m happy with it. I’m a over the road trucker and I can do the complete program in my truck without any problems. I’m also 62 years old and bands are easier on my joints than free weights. I’m going to keep doing it. It’s hard to do exercises in the winter time in a truck but yes x3 makes it possible.

@pabloyi

7 ай бұрын

Fake

@jetmuchacho

6 ай бұрын

Mother of god. To think that 80,000lb truck barreling at me on the highway might have a driver who's holding the wheel with one knee while he does his X3 band workouts. Won't somebody please think of the children?

@DG-mo5kr

6 ай бұрын

@@jetmuchacho LOL, I worry more about the 4 wheelers texting while driving.

@jetmuchacho

6 ай бұрын

😂@@DG-mo5kr

@rscranman2002

5 ай бұрын

@@pabloyi comment reported.

Enjoyed the video as I have implemented band training into my workouts and have to say that im quite impressed with the Clench Fitness bands along with their footplate and handles. You should give them a try and review them as well.

Thank you for the information. I'm 65 yrs old & just started training at Osteo strong. X3 is the system that they are using, so to see a comparison on other options is GREAT.

I love how the Harambe has pieces you can buy individually. One of the biggest barriers for me to use these systems is the price. When I can buy piecemeal, and good quality pieces at that, I can get to a point where I have exactly the system I need. Thank you for this extensive review!

I bought the X3 in Dec 2020 and have used it regularly since (6x weekly). I haven't had to replace any components, and the only thing that's worn out is the X3 logo on one or two of the bands. I definitely like traditional lifting, and will probably supplement with X3 once I've got the funds and space for a home gym, but I think it's been a good investment, if even for the portability alone. I feel I've also saved money, because I haven't felt I need a gym membership.

Dude I’m addicted to watching your videos now. Getting an apartment soon with a garage so I’ll be starting up a proper gym! Thanks for the videos brah

Great reveiw,Been wating for this one for a while!

good review! although I wish you would have went into the actual lifting dynamics of both, harambe system is much more aligned with traditional weightlifting than X3, I have both systems with the old X3 platform and Harambe outperforms drastically.

Excellent video! I have changed my workouts to all resistance bands and this is the type of video that I look for. Thank you.

@Farquad76.547

Жыл бұрын

Seems counterintuitive but to each their own

Just received a Harambe K Bundle. It's expensive and I wonder about my sanity spending this much on a band system. However, do I feel ripped-off? No WAY! Talk about overbuilt! WOW! Exceeds my expectations incredibly. Quick shipping time. Found a discount code and they threw-in the amazing "travel" bag free. Said the platform pouch was made too small so rather than toss it they hoped I could find use for it. It's tight but platform fits. It isn't a travel system. Definitely heavy-duty. Did legs today. System is for real.

@davidwhite206

Жыл бұрын

Just got mine a few days ago. Did legs last night. Had to lie on the floor between sets. Shit had me lightheaded. 😂

@stevenwright9859

4 ай бұрын

I have been using Undersun bands for the past 5 years. No bars or plates. Either travel 6 months in a year. It's easy to pack and very reasonably priced.

@capngeo2002

4 ай бұрын

@@stevenwright9859 Have a set they're great. Use Bodylastics for stand alone band work and travel. Like their tube/clip style and for more years than I can remember.

Excellent as always! Thanks Coop!

Good fair review. I have the Harambe system and I have no regrets.

I've used the X3 for two years, and I found your review fair. I'd buy the X3 again, and I don't regret not being aware of the Harambe System at the time, because portability is a key attribute for me. Yet I agree with you that a home lifter probably won't go wrong with either. Good job; thanks!

@cblanco69

8 ай бұрын

Try the harambe plate with the x3 bar higher intensity

Awesome info, thanks!

This was a very objective, honest review. Thank you very much.

Nice overview of both systems and helpful since I'm looking into purchasing one!

X3 + a few kettle bells & and a yoga mat make a great home gym if you're limited on space...or if you don't like dealing with weirdos at the gym 😅

Fair Excellent review as always. Keep it up. I enjoy your reviews.

X3 sucks. They have yet to produce a kit without problems. First two bars would grind the hooks down. The elite bar has weird rotational properties because the hooks are not independent. The metal plate shreds bands. The original plastic plate would bend and crack. Harambe zero problems. High quality craftsmanship. No comparison.

Awesome balanced review!

Man I love this channel.

I have had a Gorilla Bow for 2 years it blows these away 👊

Excellent Review. Very Fair. I own multiple sets of both. I started with the X3 and am now Using Harambe for the last 2 years. I prefer the Harambe after owning and using both.

@joshsturgess3301

Жыл бұрын

Could you elaborate on why you prefer Harambe? I'm debating between the two systems

@davidwhite206

Жыл бұрын

@@joshsturgess3301 My guess is Harambe is probably more versatile with the longer bar, and it looks more professional than the X3 in my opinion. Also, the founder isn't an arrogant asshole like the X3 founder.

@nimeshpatel6006

Жыл бұрын

Also don't forget, "Dr." Jaquish has a fake PhD and so his credibility is in question.

@kylehill3016

Жыл бұрын

Isn’t your nickname Fake or Fraudulent Ferro?? I don’t think your opinion carry’s much weight

@user-cp2qw2ek5e

Жыл бұрын

It just looks an all round better product. Back squats being possible with the way the band goes under the board and attaches to The cords looks way better/more comfortable and allows for better positioning for the squat. Also the longer bar is a must imo. Imagine being so full of c*** telling people that they only need the short bar (x3)… everyones body structure is different and many people only feel narrow grip presses in the tris/shoulders. Why not just let the customer choose the grip width. Oh but wait, after declaring the ling bar was useless and not needed, x3 then decided to make one 😂. If I was going to pull the trigger, I would definitely get the harambe. X3 is trying to convince people he has reinvented the wheel, when using a bar and bands together is no new invention and obviously can’t be patented which probably drives him crazy 😂

Genuinely surprised it took this long for you to do this comparison! Had the X3 bar and sold it because I went more bodyweight stuff but the original X3 bar and platform were very nice pieces of equipment. If I were to buy into this type of training again, I'd go Harambe based off of what I learned here!

Love the all-in-one simplicity, but hate the price.

Great video. Thank you

Very helpful!

thank you great review

Thank you so much Coop! I've had my eye on this system for a while now but havent took the plunge cause I basically made my own kit but Ive always wondered your take on it vs the X3! Now I know it has the GGR stamp of approval!

Thank God for this is a superb comparison. Somebody had to do it, and somebody has. I blew off X3 two years ago for reason of the price. Fact is, I like my workouts as-is, have had great results, and realized I didn't need anything new i.e. why change? Coming back aboard the general discussion tonight because I just want an alternative in my lifting quiver, and your demonstration has put to bed a lot of questions I'd've had no other way, than extreme expense, to answer. Thank you again.

Crazy Expensive. I will make my Own. 800 for one and 599 for the other. I don't know what I missing here. Large Rubber Bands, standing plate, and a bar.

I am training with bands for two main reasons: 1. I have my kids running around me and try to do what I am doing when training, so weights will be dangerous. 2. Shipping cost to my country for wights is so expensive. Therefore, I really appreciate this review. Thanks, Coop and GGR, for showing me the way to go heavy with bands.

The cost of these systems are absolutely crazy... a bar and some bands are $750?!.... Nah I'm good.

Really good video

Thanks for this thoughtful review! I've had the X3 for a few years now, and found it really helpful for me. I live in a condo without a ton of room, wasn't an experienced lifter, middle-aged, and knew that I wouldn't keep with it if I had to drive out to a gym every day. This kind of system helps with all those points. One thing you didn't bring up specifically, but it feels like a safer way to get started with serious strength training. While you still have to really respect it and keep good form, you also just don't have to worry about getting stuck at the bottom of a squat or bench press. It also feels a bit easier on the joints. One note on training plans. It seems that science (via folks like Mike Israetel) has been finding an important part of muscle growth is load while the muscle is in a stretched position. X3's plan wants you to hit failure at full ROM and then keep doing partials until you can't move the bar anymore. I think this is probably a good idea, since otherwise you'll stop before hitting the stretched position as hard as you would with regular weights. As far as bands go, I haven't tried the Harambe ones, but I do like the newer paraforce X3 ones a lot (which unfortunately you still can't buy with the initial system, only separately after). I think they may be synthetic rubber, and instead of being smooth and dusty, are very textured. They don't seem to wear as quickly and the narrower shape makes it easier to stack them. The force curve does seem to be different as well. It is hard to describe, but everyone that has used them seems to like them more than the normal bands. I actually sprang for the X3 "Force" bar a bit ago. It is probably silly, but having it count reps for you and seeing the poundage live at the bottom and top of the rep does seem to help my motivation. The force won't be as accurate for front squats (or split squats without their new belt, which I find a bit awkward) since the band is partially resting on your shoulders, but still can compare to previous attempts. I'm tempted to try rigging up something a little like what Harambe does for back squats, to allow it to use a doubled band, which would give a more accurate force readout I think. I agree that Harambe seems like the main serious competitor right now. The block is a nice idea to help get the bar in position and the ropes and spacers seem like a nice way to get fine-tuned progressive resistance besides just stacking bands. When I first got X3, I had to buy an easier band from somewhere else for a few exercises, whereas with Harambe you could probably just use longer slings to make it easier. The separate handles would probably be more comfortable for calf raises and shrugs. For anyone who wants to cheap out on a system like this, please be careful. Unless you're going extremely light, don't do deadlifts or squats with the band just under your feet (or using a plastic cutting board, which I saw in a random Amazon comment), or chest press without a bar or handles at all. You don't want random side forces on your ankles and wrists when you have a lot of resistance.

"Coop" YOU THE MAN💪

Very informative.Subscribing.

Coop, can we expect to see a review of Titan's new open trap bar? Definitely curious to see how it stacks up against the "big boys" (i.e., Eleiko and Kabuki), but is probably more comparable to Rep's bar. Thanks!

I use resistance bands as a replacement for cables systems. Since I workout at home. I personally like the innstar bar better, because it fits my taller frame better. Also, I use a aerobic stepper as platform from replacement. It cheaper, and it never bent or broken under my resistance.

@TheAneliqvishinovat

Жыл бұрын

Hey, I ordered the same setup before I watched this review. The down side of innstar is that the hooks dont rotate. Am I right? I still wait for my bar

@SaisMoon

Жыл бұрын

@@TheAneliqvishinovat no they rotate, unless they change the design.

Thank you for such a thorough, articulate, and viewable review. Is there a way to perform isolation movements with these systems?

It's a shame about the x3 old school ground plate, it looks so nice! I have the gen 2 plate, metal, no rubber pads on the bottom and even more sharp edges than the gen3. I had to do some modding to get it to a state where I felt comfortable using it. Gen3 looks better for sure, but that Gen1 plate looks the best still, wish it was at least an optional thing.

I am not their target audience, but enjoyed the review. The sound on this video was much better than the previous couple!

🦍Never forget Harambe!

Coop, you brought up a good point about band length. I'm 6 feet tall but the 42 inch bands are too long for me to use in squats, and when even when I loop them over a bar it is tough to get them right for any kind of bench movement. I wish they sold more band lengths.

@Besokool

Жыл бұрын

Check out Serious Steel 21" bands. Perfect deadlift length without any plate needed. Also works good for chest press on the shorter bar, if you use your body as the anchor.

@josephbloxham3992

Жыл бұрын

@@Besokool nah, 21" is too short. I don't train with bands only, just use them in some movements

@ReschDMD

Жыл бұрын

This. I’m 6’1” and long-limbed and still feel the 41” rob me of a little tension on some exercises. I know there are band shortening tricks, but I’d prefer a shorter band. The founder of Harambe mentions he uses the 32” for bench and I’ve read of people also using them for deadlifts, so I’ll probably drop some money on those, but feel like they’ll be too short.

@TxLongrange

9 ай бұрын

I’m 6’0” and have long arms. I double the black band for deadlifts and it’s a good pull. Granted you aren’t going as low as you would with a barbell and 45’s but I feel you get a good enough pull

@strawberryyogurt0

7 ай бұрын

@@TxLongrange … Couldn’t you buy a few pieces of wood slabs, granite (or whatever) from homedepot and set that on the platform to prop yourself up, ultimately creating a deadlift setup that more closely mimics the traditional barbell deadlift starting point?

Good review. The x3 floor base is like a piece from a cat walk aluminum panel.

Please do a review on gym back packs!!! Great idea

Thank you!! Have been looking at both for use at hotel while traveling.

@richardmather1906

Жыл бұрын

I have found that many hotels have pretty decent gyms. At the least, you get a good bench and a rack of DBs to 60 or 70. Often a functional trainer. Have seen some with Smith Machines. Often a rowing machine. Much prefer that to working with bands.

@DrAJ_LatinAmerica

Жыл бұрын

@@richardmather1906 yes maybe in the USA Canada UK....but not in the third world country where I travel, not in remote areas hundreds of miles from anything...

@richardmather1906

Жыл бұрын

@@DrAJ_LatinAmerica Fair enough!

Coop. Former liney dom v here. Keep it up bud

You forgot to mention X3 sells a long one now. Good review I'm active in the band world

I have some fairly heavy bands that I usd for adding to powerlifting moves, but yeah, I guess they could be legit stand-alone equipment

As a female I find the X3 system geared to men and not really thoughtful to women. There is no way I would be able to use the thick heavy weighted bands yet I would be forced to buy them. I made up my own system with what I found on amazon and what I had around the house. Much cheaper and it works! Thanks for your videos I always love to have your input on all things gym.

@marcuschavez8411

8 ай бұрын

I’m a guy, but wondering what you used for your system?

@maryjones6926

7 ай бұрын

Me too, but female

Can you provide some examples of ground plate manufacturers

Great review sir. I do mobile senior fitness and always looking for some new options for my members. Some of my clients are frail but others do quite well. I'm intrigued by both of these systems and your review was quite comprehensive. Do you know of any competitors to X3 or Harambe that are also pretty good? Thanks in advance!

I wish I had this when I used to drive over the road trucking, instead of having to carry around all those metal plates in my truck

Idk if they offer this any other time of year but around Christmas time the X3 Bar goes on sale from like $560.00 down to $399.00 which is way better deal obviously

Honestly, Id just buy the Harambe base, Rogue or Elite FTS bands and then build a bar from a home store. Buy metal pipe at 1-1/4” or 28mm with pre threaded ends, pipe caps, and metal eyelets with a high load capacity and carabiners. Drill the pipe caps and bolt the eyelets in, then attach the carabiners. Finally wrap the pipe in athletic tape for grip. Maybe $50 in it and plenty strong.

@markhalstead2386

Жыл бұрын

I bought several Rogue bands and they were over $100 worth. Of course I bought two of each for changing resistance curves on squat, bench and deadlift.

Thank you so much for the information! I'm very interested in these systems. I read Jaquish's book because I'm looking for a way to reverse osteoporosis. I'm not that strong yet. Could you recommend bands that I could start with? I'm leaning towards the x3 because I travel.

I have had a few different home gym setups but for the most part I never liked using bands - just too much hassle trying to get them to have the right stretch that would provide the right resistance for the movement.

Mind linking some of the after market X3 plates you showcased?

Not sure why Harambe wouldn't send the shorter bar as well for the inevitable X3 comparison....perhaps they know this is more of a barbell community. I have X3 (bar and platform only..there used to be a way to Google into not ordering the full system)...don't use it since I built the gym out, but I had to pull the trigger on the Harambe ground plate and cork blocks. Might be enough to inspire some supplemental band use.

Do you recommend harambe or x3? I bought a pair of powerblocks and a power tower recently and stumbled upon this video and am having second thoughts on those tools.. should I return them for this? Or keep them and supplement this into my workouts with them?

Can you imagine naming your fitness brand after a meme? I think they have a very specific market in mind

@StarCrusher.

Жыл бұрын

Especially since the meme has been hijacked by the alt right

@joegreco947

Жыл бұрын

Agree. Product looks cool and innovative in its own right but the name is so stupid.

Can you do a review on the Titan floor GHR.

Review the jacked up power rack plus and pro!!!!!

@garagegymreviews You mention people making after market plates for the X3. However, I am having some trouble finding them. Could you point me in the right direction?

I lifted free weights for 45 yrs, because of space and I'm close to 70, I do body weight and bands (loop) don't care for the tube style, i will say this my range of motion with bands and body weight is much improved and my joints don't hurt as much, haven't tried either brand your checking out, I have good workouts with rogue monster bands, and in 5 yrs have only had one snap, and even that was users mistake

As of September 2023. K bundle is $750. T Bundle is $500. CornellWiley is a 10% off all purchases

So many people have spec'd out how to build the bars and the and the platforms. Sure they're not perfect and I have NO IDEA how much less quality the $40 set of bands I bought are, but I've built this setup for about $130 and it is awesome. I definitely don't get the same feeling that I get from lifting heavy (I feel MUCH MORE sore for about 30 minutes following my workout and then nothing after) and so I don't use bands alone, but for anyone willing to invest a little more than a few months gym membership this is certainly an everyday alternative, or even a travel alternative.

Cool could you use a Bamboo Bar along with a foot plate for the same stimulus, or would the bar be too long?

One can also take Rutin and Luteolin for CD38 regulation. By the way, Quercetin is not particularly absorbable, so it helps if it is a phytosome...

X3 makes a vibrating plate called a GH accelerator. It makes my calves feel a nice pump. I also like to lay on it and do scissor kicks or balancing yoga poses for a couple of minutes daily. I’m not sure if it is scientifically effective, but it’s my favorite part of using the X3.

@cutcostan

5 ай бұрын

What a beta male answer 😂

@rscranman2002

5 ай бұрын

@@cutcostan shut the ef up fake alpha. You've been warned.

I find that the resistance steps between my bands is very high. Band A I can manage while band B I cannot. The only option is to stretch band A a lot for more resistance and hope it doesn't break. 😬

I have a fully equipped home gym, but I do train with bands very often, because sometimes I'm doing my training at work (I work 12 hour shifts). Using a bar makes things much more comfortable, and since commercial band bars available in my country are flimsy and expensive, I've made my own using 3 short 1 inch steel pipes connected together and two climbing carabiners - it is rock solid and can withstand even my strongest band, which has a maximum resistance of 230 lbs, even if it's folded into two, like when I'm doing bench or floor press. I also have a barbell made from a single 6,5 ft 1 inch pipe in my gym and it can withstand 400 lbs. I've even noticed that using resistance bands helped me break my bench press plateau. It's definitely worth trying.

Have both but have moved more towards harambe because of the plate and the handles..... have you checked out clench fitness system and plate also have that and also very good to

thanks

Hey Coop, can we get a gym bag review?

The biggest problem with standalone bands is that their resistance is maxed at the diametrically opposite point of the workout of where you want that, at the top of a rep, rather than when you are in a deep extension at the bottom of a rep. But if I were, say, a trucker, looking to stock a vacation property, otherwise short on space, its certainly better than nothing.

Where can you find the different plate for the x3?

Could you drop links to the other ground plates you showed pictures of?

Cool, thinking to order a more affordable basic system and use an aluminum door saddle or plywood as floor plate.

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X3 with the Harambe platform is amazing. X3s stock metal plate will EAT your bands.

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Third parties on a well known auction site are selling X3 band protector inserts to fit on to the X3 platform to protect the bands against the sharp edges.

Hi, what is the name of the bag , that you use for your X3bar - equipment, when you travel?Is there also space for the platform?

Any idea where to buy a ground plate? Thanks.

Just bought the harambe system it's more expensive but from using it seems vastly superior to the x3. You get what you pay for. I can do heavy squats and dead lifts and get a just as good if not better workout than traditional weights.

Has Coop reviewed the Hiitaxle yet?

Regarding cost, is it fairly priced, or are all bands really too expensive?

1:20 what is the stand you are squatting in and have you reviewed it?

May sound crazy, but I think would get both.

what are the sites for generic foot plates ...

Harambe returned to get all you triflin' busters in shape.

Coop can you please compare Vitruvian trainer and Tonal to Wolfmate fitness products? Both have similar functions but it's a great deal cheaper for Wolfmate. Thanks

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I have a squatz apollo board and two unitree pumps. I saw the wolfmate after I bought the apollo, but still glad I settled on the apollo as it has a remote switch to start/stop the resistance to stop you getting stuck under the bar. The apollo board also has manual control’s whereas the vitruvian is app only controlled. Digital resistance is awesome imo. I can’t comment on the tonal except it seems pointless drilling into a wall when something like the apollo board folds up and can be moved easily. The unitree pumps are also great, but you need a minimum of two , maybe 4 depending on your strength. If the wolfmate has a remote switch then awesome, as I think it’s cheaper than the apollo board. Customer service wasn’t great from squatz. I was put off the vitruvian as it’s only app controlled….🙏

I would get the X3 and use the Harambe platform.

I recently tried Harambe bands and am considering investing into the rest of the system. I’m 5’6” and considering either the T or K system. One thing though, the platform I’m currently using provides a 4” boost in height and gives good tension when setting up for an exercise. Do you think the loss in height from the Harambe platform will affect the quality of the workout much?