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Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
I won't shut up about these adjustable dumbbells — and they were forged by Thor
I don't really like spending money. But if I have to, I want to be sure that whatever I'm buying is a good value, especially when it comes to weights. After all, some of the best adjustable dumbbells cost hundreds of dollars; on paper, it's hard to justify spending that amount when you can pick up a more rough and ready set for $50. So I was a bit skeptical when I came to start reviewing a premium set of dumbbells from Chris Hemsworth's Centr. Yes, that's the same Chris Hemsworth from the Marvel movies, and Centr began life as a standalone workout app before branching out to equipment. So my brain made the leap that the price was, at least in part, because of the famous name attached to the fitness brand. But none of that really matters because, after using the Centr Smart Stack Adjustable Dumbbells in my strength workouts, I can tell you that they are very definitely worth the money. These are some of the comfiest weights I've ever held, with very efficient adjustment mechanisms that meant I could just focus on the exercise at hand. I've been testing the Centr Smart Stack dumbbells for a few months and have been thrilled with them, but right now, you can save 25% on a pair. This rare discount brings the cost down below some of my other favorite weights, so you get a premium set of weights that range from 5 lbs to 50 lbs that'll last you for years for the same price as a six-month gym membership. And I know that might be hard to believe — they look like weights; pretty weights, but just weights. But it's the small details that only reveal themselves once you're actually using them. For example, the tray is not a cheap bit of plastic liable to break if you drop a dumbbell on it. Instead, you get a substantial tray that feels more like a product in its own right with magnets at points where the dumbbells touch down. This is a safety feature to make sure the weights are properly secured before you change the load or lift them off (and may prevent the kind of issues BowFlex had which led to a recall of almost 4 million dumbbells). And rather than playing around with switches or having to manually change weights plates, the Centr Smart Stack Dumbbells have a rotating handle which allows you to move between 5 lbs and 50 lbs incredibly quickly. For most of my time exercising at home, I've used manually adjustable 'bells with weights plates. These are cheap, but also very slow. If I'm doing a high-intensity resistance training workout with just a 15 or 20-second break, I often spend the whole rest period changing the load. But with the Centr weights, I'd finish a set, place them back in the tray, rotate the handle, and still have 10 seconds to catch my breath. And this might be a weird thing to include in what is essentially a product review, but the best thing about the Centr dumbbells is that I didn't really think about them at all while working out. I've used some terrible weights in the past, and I spent each session readjusting plates or worried bits would fly off mid-session. The best thing about the Centr dumbbells is that I didn't really think about them at all while working out. These dumbbells aren't like that. If you've used regular (non-adjustable) dumbbells before, you'll know that there's basically nothing to them. There's a metal handle, and two heads on either end. Some are hexagonal to prevent rolling, some are circular so you can move them around easily. But that's as much as you need to think about. Adjustable dumbbells are not quite as straightforward, as there's the adjustment mechanism, the heads, the materials, the grip (important when you're loaded to a higher weight) and how you store them. But the Centr weights just kinda faded into the background while I was training, which is the biggest compliment I can give them. There's no getting around the fact, though, that they're pretty expensive. Usually, that'd mean I find it hard to recommend them, but adjustable dumbbells are a rare category where, if you can spend the money, it can be good value in the long run. The weights run from 5 lbs up to a fairly substantial 50 lbs, so unless you buy them when you're already training with heavy weights, they're likely to last you quite a long time. This is true of all adjustable dumbbells, of course, which is why they're good companions if you're using the progressive overload training technique. But if you estimate that you'll get five years use out of them, even at full price, that's around $50 per year, far less than you pay for Netflix or Amazon Prime annually. It's still a lot to pay upfront, and that won't be on the cards for everyone, but if you can, you get a set of dumbbells that act and feel as premium as their price tag. Though if you're looking for something more wallet-friendly, I recently tried out the LifePro PowerFlow Plus adjustable dumbbells, which were a lot of fun to train with but are about half the price of the Centr Smart Stack weights. Of course, there are compromises; they feel cheaper, the plastic tray seems very fragile, and the adjustment mechanism isn't quite as seamless, but as I wrote in our adjustable dumbbells round up, "I'd call the LifePro PowerFlow Plus cheap premium adjustable dumbbells." You get a lot of what I like about the Centr weights, though with a bit less finesse, and each weight runs up to 25 lbs versus 50 lbs on the Smart Stack. However, this may actually make them a better choice for beginners, as you might not want to drop double the money on double the load when you're just starting out.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Bowflex Recalls Nearly 4 Million Adjustable Dumbbells
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." NEARLY 4 MILLION of the popular Bowflex SelectTech 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells have been pulled from the market after more than 100 people became injured while using them. Johnson Health Tech Trading, which acquired Boxflex's assets after the company filed for bankruptcy in March 2024, has received 12 reports of the dumbbells' plates dislodging during use, according to a recall notice from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Nautilus, which was Bowflex's previous owner, received 337 reports of plates dislodging during use, including 111 that led to injuries like concussions, abrasions, broken toes, or bruises, according to the notice. Before these reports, our thorough testing had found the SelectTech 552s to be the best value adjustable dumbbells, but we have since updated our buying guide. If you own these popular adjustable dumbbells, it's fair to have questions. Here's what you need to know. The Bowflex 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells are being recalled. The dumbbells were sold in pairs and single units in the black colorway and have handles, weight plates, and a molded plastic tray. The 552 dumbbells adjust from 5 to 52.5 pounds, while the 1090 dumbbells adjust from 10 to 90 pounds. Both dumbbells use manual adjustment knobs to change the weights. The model and serial number of the recalled dumbbells are printed on a sticker on on the bottom of the molded plastic tray. These are the specific serial numbers on the BowFlex 552s, according to the CPSC: 00182M243902233 00182M243902592 00182MAG220200463C 00182MAG221204535C 00182SFE213414844C 00182SFE234002231C 100182M242800001 100182M250201440 100182MAG20431227C 100182MAG233500372 100182P244100067 100182P244602976 100182SFE213709609 100182SFE235206276 100748M243200001 100748M244300252 100748MAG222400734 100748MAG23500660 100748P242900001 100748P245205632 100748SFE220908785 100748SFE233513811 X00748MAG233003670 X00748MAG233003672 X00748SFE233202493 X00748SFE233203161 Z00748MAG233003670 And these are the impacted serial numbers for the Bowflex 1090 adjustable dumbbells: 4551MAG21452813 4551MAG23350381 4551SFE23320001 4551SFE23501949 The dumbbells were sold at Johnson Fitness & Wellness, DICK'S Sporting Goods, and Best Buy stores across the country. You also might have picked them up online at and from 2004 through May 2025. They had cost between $200 and $800. If you have the recalled dumbbells, CPSC recommends that you stop using them and contact Johnson Health Tech Trading. You can fill out a form at or go to and click 'Recalls' at the bottom of the page. If you'd rather speak with someone, you can call Johnson Health Tech Trading at 800-209-3539 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Here's where things get slightly confusing. If you purchased your dumbbells after Johnson Health Tech Trading acquired the company (i.e. after March 2024), you can receive a refund of the purchase price in the form of a voucher, or a replacement for your dumbbells. If you bought your dumbbells before that, you can request a pro-rated voucher and a one-year JRNY digital fitness membership. You'll be sent a pre-paid shipping label to return the handle and base for each returned dumbbell. "We are working diligently to reach owners of the 552 and 1090 dumbbells—regardless of whether the units were purchased from the now defunct Nautilus or from our company," Johnson Health Tech Trading told Men's Health in a statement. "We stand behind the integrity of our products and remain committed to supporting our customers throughout their fitness journey," the statement continues. "A proactive and broad initiation of this voluntary recall is consistent with our fundamental mission to serve consumers with high-quality and durable fitness equipment." Johnson Health Tech Trading has developed "new and improved" versions of the 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells, the company said in a statement. These new models, the BowFlex Results Series 552 SelectTech Dumbbells and the Results Series 1090 SelectTech Dumbbells are a replacement option for Johnson Health Tech Trading customers and will be available soon. (The company currently has a waitlist that people can sign up for.) If you bought your dumbbells from Nautilus, you can use your prorated refund voucher toward these new dumbbells when they become available. If you'd rather branch out and try something different, these are our favorite adjustable dumbbells that we've tested and recommend. We will also be testing the new Results Series models once we have sets in-hand.$875.00 at Saks Fifth Avenue$499.00 at at at | Best Adjustable Kettlebells | | | | h Home Awards 2025 | | | | | | | | | | You Might Also Like Can Apple Cider Vinegar Lead to Weight Loss? Bobbi Brown Shares Her Top Face-Transforming Makeup Tips for Women Over 50
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
3.8 million BowFlex dumbbells recalled after injuries: Are yours are on the list?
Thinking about grabbing your weights today? Hold off until after you read this. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of more than 3.8 million BowFlex adjustable dumbbells due to safety concerns. According to the CPSC, the dumbbells were sold from 2004-April 2024 by BowFlex Inc., and by Johnson Health Tech Trading Inc. from May 2024-May 2025. These products were available at major retailers including Costco, Amazon, Best Buy and Dick's Sporting Goods. One of the recalled products was recently featured in Yahoo's best adjustable dumbbells story, but we've since updated with new recommendations. Here's what you need to know about the BowFlex dumbbell recall, including what to do if you have an affected model. The recall involves two specific models: the BowFlex 552 (adjustable from 5-52.5 pounds) and the BowFlex 1090 (adjustable from 10-90 pounds). If you own either model, check the serial number. You can find both the model and serial numbers on a sticker located on the bottom of the molded plastic tray that came with the dumbbells. BowFlex 552 serial number range: 00182M243902233 – 00182M243902592 00182MAG220200463C – 00182MAG221204535C 00182SFE213414844C – 00182SFE234002231C 100182M242800001 – 100182M250201440 100182MAG20431227C – 100182MAG233500372 100182P244100067 – 100182P244602976 100182SFE213709609 – 100182SFE235206276 100748M243200001 – 100748M244300252 100748MAG222400734 – 100748MAG23500660 100748P242900001 – 100748P245205632 100748SFE220908785 – 100748SFE233513811 X00748MAG233003670 – X00748MAG233003672 X00748SFE233202493 – X00748SFE233203161 Z00748MAG233003670 BowFlex 1090 serial number range: 4551MAG21452813 – 4551MAG23350381 4551SFE23320001 – 4551SFE23501949 The weight plates can dislodge from the handle during use, posing an injury risk. There have been 349 reports of plates detaching and at least 111 injuries, including concussions, abrasions, broken toes and contusions. Stop using these dumbbells immediately. After confirming that your dumbbells are part of the recall, you can contact Johnson Health Tech Trading for a refund or replacement. For purchases through April 2024: If your dumbbells were purchased from BowFlex Inc. (formerly Nautilus Inc.), you're eligible for a prorated refund voucher to use on For purchases from May 2024 through May 2025: If you bought your dumbbells after Johnson Health Tech Trading acquired BowFlex, you qualify for a free replacement product or full-value voucher equal to your original purchase price. In both cases, you'll also receive a complimentary one-year JRNY digital fitness membership (a $99 value). The company may contact you first about the recall, but you'll still need to submit a claim through the official BowFlex recall portal. You'll be provided with a prepaid shipping label and must return the handle and base of each affected dumbbell. More information is available at BowFlex's official recall page. If you need more help, you can reach out to Johnson Health Tech Trading at 800-209-3539 or email recall@ Our health content is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional on questions about your health.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BowFlex Adjustable Dumbbells Recalled Due To Impact Hazard
Johnson Health Tech Trading, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), has issued a voluntary recall of approximately 3.8 million BowFlex 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells due to an impact hazard. The weight plates can dislodge from the handle during use, posing a risk of injury. The recall involves BowFlex 552 (52.5-pound) and 1090 (90-pound) adjustable dumbbells, sold in pairs and single units. These black dumbbells include handles, weight plates, and a molded plastic tray. The model 552 adjusts from 5 to 52.5 pounds, and the model 1090 adjusts from 10 to 90 pounds using manual adjustment knobs while nested in the base. The model and serial numbers are printed on a sticker on the bottom of the plastic tray. A full list of affected serial numbers is available at 'BowFlex Inc. filed for bankruptcy protection in March 2024,' the CPSC stated. 'Johnson Health Tech Trading has agreed to provide a remedy for the 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells sold by BowFlex Inc., (formerly Nautilus Inc.), prior to May 2024 as a part of this recall.' Johnson Health Tech Trading reported 12 incidents of plates dislodging with no injuries for the units it sold. Nautilus reported 337 incidents, including 111 injuries such as concussions, abrasions, broken toes, or contusions. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dumbbells and contact Johnson Health Tech Trading for a remedy. For units sold by Johnson Health Tech Trading, consumers can receive a refund voucher or a replacement. For units sold by BowFlex Inc. (formerly Nautilus Inc.), consumers can request a prorated refund voucher and a one-year JRNY digital fitness membership. A pre-paid shipping label will be provided to return the handle and base. Johnson Health Tech Trading is contacting known purchasers directly. The dumbbells were sold at Johnson Fitness & Wellness, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Best Buy, Costco, and online at and from 2004 through April 2024 by BowFlex Inc. (formerly Nautilus Inc.) and from May 2024 through May 2025 by Johnson Health Tech Trading for $200 to $800. Consumers can contact Johnson Health Tech Trading toll-free at 800-209-3539 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, email recall@ or visit or and click 'Product Recalls' at the bottom of the page. The dumbbells were manufactured in China. The recall number is 25-311.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Bowflex Just Recalled Nearly 4 Million Adjustable Dumbbells. Here's What You Need to Know, and What We Recommend Instead.
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." NEARLY 4 MILLION of the popular Bowflex SelectTech 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells have been pulled from the market after more than 100 people became injured while using them. Johnson Health Tech Trading, which acquired Boxflex's assets after the company filed for bankruptcy in March 2024, has received 12 reports of the dumbbells' plates dislodging during use, according to a recall notice from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Nautilus, which was Bowflex's previous owner, received 337 reports of plates dislodging during use, including 111 that led to injuries like concussions, abrasions, broken toes, or bruises, according to the notice. Before these reports, our thorough testing had found the SelectTech 552s to be the best value adjustable dumbbells, but we have since updated our buying guide. If you own these popular adjustable dumbbells, it's fair to have questions. Here's what you need to know. The Bowflex 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells are being recalled. The dumbbells were sold in pairs and single units in the black colorway and have handles, weight plates, and a molded plastic tray. The 552 dumbbells adjust from 5 to 52.5 pounds, while the 1090 dumbbells adjust from 10 to 90 pounds. Both dumbbells use manual adjustment knobs to change the weights. The model and serial number of the recalled dumbbells are printed on a sticker on on the bottom of the molded plastic tray. These are the specific serial numbers on the BowFlex 552s, according to the CPSC: 00182M243902233 00182M243902592 00182MAG220200463C 00182MAG221204535C 00182SFE213414844C 00182SFE234002231C 100182M242800001 100182M250201440 100182MAG20431227C 100182MAG233500372 100182P244100067 100182P244602976 100182SFE213709609 100182SFE235206276 100748M243200001 100748M244300252 100748MAG222400734 100748MAG23500660 100748P242900001 100748P245205632 100748SFE220908785 100748SFE233513811 X00748MAG233003670 X00748MAG233003672 X00748SFE233202493 X00748SFE233203161 Z00748MAG233003670 And these are the impacted serial numbers for the Bowflex 1090 adjustable dumbbells: 4551MAG21452813 4551MAG23350381 4551SFE23320001 4551SFE23501949 The dumbbells were sold at Johnson Fitness & Wellness, DICK'S Sporting Goods, and Best Buy stores across the country. You also might have picked them up online at and from 2004 through May 2025. They had cost between $200 and $800. If you have the recalled dumbbells, CPSC recommends that you stop using them and contact Johnson Health Tech Trading. You can fill out a form at or go to and click 'Recalls' at the bottom of the page. If you'd rather speak with someone, you can call Johnson Health Tech Trading at 800-209-3539 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Here's where things get slightly confusing. If you purchased your dumbbells after Johnson Health Tech Trading acquired the company (i.e. after March 2024), you can receive a refund of the purchase price in the form of a voucher, or a replacement for your dumbbells. If you bought your dumbbells before that, you can request a pro-rated voucher and a one-year JRNY digital fitness membership. You'll be sent a pre-paid shipping label to return the handle and base for each returned dumbbell. "We are working diligently to reach owners of the 552 and 1090 dumbbells—regardless of whether the units were purchased from the now defunct Nautilus or from our company," Johnson Health Tech Trading told Men's Health in a statement. "We stand behind the integrity of our products and remain committed to supporting our customers throughout their fitness journey," the statement continues. "A proactive and broad initiation of this voluntary recall is consistent with our fundamental mission to serve consumers with high-quality and durable fitness equipment." Johnson Health Tech Trading has developed "new and improved" versions of the 552 and 1090 adjustable dumbbells, the company said in a statement. These new models, the BowFlex Results Series 552 SelectTech Dumbbells and the Results Series 1090 SelectTech Dumbbells are a replacement option for Johnson Health Tech Trading customers and will be available soon. (The company currently has a waitlist that people can sign up for.) If you bought your dumbbells from Nautilus, you can use your prorated refund voucher toward these new dumbbells when they become available. If you'd rather branch out and try something different, these are our favorite adjustable dumbbells that we've tested and recommend. We will also be testing the new Results Series models once we have sets in-hand.$875.00 at Saks Fifth Avenue$499.00 at at at | Best Adjustable Kettlebells | | | | h Home Awards 2025 | | | | | | | | | | You Might Also Like The Best Hair Growth Shampoos for Men to Buy Now 25 Vegetables That Are Surprising Sources of Protein
