A dumbbell exercise program is effective with the rightequipment These days, more so that in decades gone by,dumbbells are growing in popularity in fitness centers andhealth clubs across the United States.
In addition, they are increasingly being purchased bypeople who want to include them in their personal gyms athome so they can conduct a dumbbell exercise program in thecomfort of their own home when it suits them best.
Rubber encased dumbbells are usually the most popularchoice of dumbbells as they offer a myriad of benefits tothe user.
While they may be made from high quality cast iron materialto give the desired weight effect, they are coated withrubber for added protection, comfort during the dumbell armworkouts and style - the rubber is available in differentcolors.
Not only are rubber encased dumbbells comfortable to useand safe to use but if you accidentally drop one of them onthe floor they will not damage the floor or other equipmentbecause of the rubber exterior. Similarly they will alsomake a softer thud as opposed to a loud crash with an irondumbbell.
Iron weights can make a loud continuous clanking sound andcan be distracting if you are counting repetitions where asrubber dumbbells allow you to use dumbbells in any way andeven drop them on the floor without making much noise.
This is ideal for conducting dumbell arm workouts in thehome. The rubber used on rubber encased dumbbells isusually of a very high quality, is odorless, does not crackand is designed to be extremely durable, so the need formaintenance is almost non existent.
On the other hand, chrome dumbbells will also be a welcomeaddition to any personal fitness room. These dumbbells andthe dumbbell weights are usually polished with high gradechrome to give optimum functionality.
Chrome adjustable dumbbells are usually sold in 5 poundincrements so you can build and decrease your dumbbellweights as your fitness program changes. These adjustabledumbbells give you the flexibility to quickly and easilyperform a variety of exercises according to what you aredoing with your strength exercises.
Dumbbells - whether they are rubber encased or chromeadjustable dumbbells -can be purchased easily and usuallycheaply from stores or catalogs selling exercise equipmentonline.
Online prices are generally lower than those of thetraditional stores and the dumbbells can be sent directlyto your home -sometimes even with free shipping andinsurance.