Back Stretcher and Ab Trainer

Ups and down and you can have perfect shapes.Provide some support to back.

the box had been opened and the item had been used and returned.all packages were opened and parts missing.not fond of brookstone policies.as far as the item i have used it everyday day.can't say i look any better in 30 days but it feels good on the back and abs

We've had this device for a couple of weeks and I have my doubts as to its ability in firming abs. It does a good job of stretching the back, but in doing so, wreaks havoc on my neck and makes me feel like I've been on a roller coaster. It does not come with much instruction and I have attempted to try it several different ways including adding more support for my neck. I am about 5' 4", so perhaps this device is simply not built for me. My son, who is 6' uses it to stretch his back and the frame fit seems more suited to his size.

I purchased this machine from Brookstone, and I was disappointed when I put it together. Though it is well built and sturdy, its main purpose is to stretch your back. If you are purchasing it for that purpose only then I highly recommend this product.. If you think you are getting the best bang for your buck by getting a combination of the two.. think again... Go with the Ab Rocket. It works the abs efficiently and concentrates in that area. This machine is solely for your back and I think they should take that off the product title.

I just tried this for the first today I at on it and couldnt get it to move You have to bend your knees and push with your abs a bit and there you go It is like an inversion machine only safer an less space I leaned back and said outloud "ahhhhhhh" It is incredible I didnt do any ab work just laid there and let the machine take the pressure off my back You can control how far back you go quite easily so you dont have to get dizzy as you learn to get used to it The cushions at your back feel very comfortable I am thrilled

I'm sure it would work if you can tolerate the upside-down feeling and nausea that can cone with having your head down. I can't use it.