Customer Reviews
Need instructions on how to put together? 
2008-04-30
Product came very quickly, but when I received it, it contained no instructions, and no dvd. Does anyone know how to put this thing together? I'll provide another review once I start using it.
Ab Lounger 
2008-04-29
It was fairly easy to put together and is easy enough to use. It definitely works out the abs. For those of us that have limited time, you can defintely get a good workout in a short period of time. The only complaint I would have about it is that the bar hits me in my back and makes it uncomfortable.
Save your money 
2008-02-20
My wife talked me into buying this. It is a sturdy piece of equipment. It may be a good alternative for individuals who can't do traditional ab exercises due to back problems, deconditioning, etc. As a person who trains with free weights 2-3 times a week I never got a burn with this piece of equipment. Personally it hurt my back as I extended beyond horizontal. I used it 5-10 ten times and now it sits in the garage. I would suggest buying a good ab workout tape/dvd if you need exercise ideas and/or motivation. I think you will get a better workout and save a chunk of money at the same time.
Not a bad gadget when the day is said and done. 2008-02-09
First off: read the directions. As other reviewers have said, use a metric wrench set and ensure the bolts are tightened. And check for and re-tighten every month.
Set-up of this gadget is a snap. I got it done in 20 minutes.
But I must say; the two elastic bars underneath seem a tad cheap and, when the time comes, I hope replacements will be available at a fair cost.
Using it is very straightforward. As a guy with back problems, and having lived through neck surgery (I'll spare the chiropractor rant), anything that tightens muscles and gets me to move, without playing with big weights is a plus. But it does have a 275 pound weight limit; of which I am astonished as, by its mere looks, it appears flimsy. (I weigh 210 right now...)
I have a bit of a belly. Using this device will merely tighten the ab muscles; the actual fat will remain until my metabolism is improved. Having used this device for a week, I can feel the "burn". But the only way to get real results is to use it 30+ minutes every other day; eventually daily. (I am rotating this with an elliptical trainer too.) But it definitely does something along the lines of WHY it's being sold, and is more than a fancy lounge chair with a funky name embroidered on the fabric.
When using this device, there was NO stress on my neck. And viewing angle to the TV was just perfect; nobody has the excuse of being a 'couch potato' anymore.
Definitely worth the try, but your mileage may vary depending on how often and how hard you use it. But it does what it claims and without the neck-wrenching agony of some of the lesser-priced gimmicks out there.
I am seeing results!! 
2008-01-27
I received the Ab Lounge for Christmas and started using it immediately. At first I could only do 10 crunches twice a day until my stomach was killing me! Now, I am up to 20 crunches. I just need to take it slowly so I don't aggravate my back.
When I started using the machine on Dec. 26th I was wearing a size 16 jean with no hope of squeezing into my size 14. Well, today (January 26th) I was able to get those 14's on!! Unbelievable!! You have no idea how long it has been since I have been able to put these on. So, I am going to continue doing my crunches twice daily and will see how things progress by the end of next month.
I also want to add that for women who are trying to work that area by the belly button...this machine hits that spot dead on!! After 3 kids, I have a poochy belly, but hopefully I will finally get that taken care of.
I highly recommend this machine!!
ab lounger 2008-07-16
This is a great little exercise lounger. My daughter is a physical therpist and says it has the best back support of any she has seen. She has the Ultra but likes mine better the XL. I don't think you can beat Amazon's price.
ab lounger xl 2008-07-04
Easy assembly and a good abdominal work out and back stretch. We are tall and the regular ab lounger was almost better for me.
Ab Lounge Workout 2008-07-03
I think this product is great for working out at home when do don't want to go outdoors or to a gym. It's convenient, simple and it doesn't take up a lot of space. It's great for losing tummy fat and build strong muscles in the arms.
complicated assembly 2008-06-16
The price is great for this item. However there were a couple issues. One is that there were very limited instructions for assembly. The other is that wherever it was stored gave it a smell that still has not gone away.
Excellent Workout 2008-05-15
This chair really works. When I work out on it, I honestly feel my abs tightening up. I am really sore after working out on this chair. I have not had it long enough to see results but I think I will soon see a difference. The only draw back is it is very hard to fold up. I am a female with little strength and to fold this up and unfold every day is a bit strenuous. But overall, love this product!!!!
