Strength Training
How to Fix Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells: Dials and Plates
How to fix Bowflex adjustable dumbbells: seat the handle fully, flip backward plates, clear debris, then run the lock test. Stop using them if the lock fails.
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How to fix Bowflex adjustable dumbbells: seat the handle fully, flip backward plates, clear debris, then run the lock test. Stop using them if the lock fails.
How to use Bowflex adjustable dumbbells: set both dials to the same weight until they click, lift straight up, return straight down, and never drop them.
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