Ab Doer 360 is an exercise chair designed to burn calories while working abdominal muscles. Does it work? Read our Ab Doer 360 review.
About Ab Doer 360
Ab Doer 360 is the most recent offering in the “Ab Doer” line of exercise equipment. The product website is getabdoer360.com, which was first registered in July 2016. The screen capture below shows the official product website in February 2017.
Claims & Features
- Over 3 million Ab Doers sold (all models)
- Padded seat
- 360-degree movement
- Targets core
- Massage while exercising
Cost
Ab Doer 360 costs $214.75 plus $19.99 processing and handling. This can be made as a single $234.74 payment, or as part of a $14.95 30-day trial offer which breaks the cost into payments.
Ab Doer 360 Review
Ab Doer 360 is the latest in a line of “Ab Doer” products that have been around for about 20 years. It was developed and promoted by fitness guru John Abdo.
Virtually every model of Ab Doer has had a legion of fans, as well as a steady stream of critics. Perhaps the most popular version (prior to the release of the Ab Doer 360) has been the Ab Doer Twist.
All models, including the 360, feature a seat and two arm bars. Workouts are performed from a seated position as you twist, rock, and rotate your core. A new feature with the Ab Doer 360 is the “Fluidity seat.” This floating padded seat wobbles when you sit on it, which forces you to continually correct your position by using core muscles. There is also a greater range of twisting motion that can be achieved with this newest model. Two massage pads have also been added, which roll up and down the center of your back as you move back and forth on the machine.
Most Ab Doer users will tell you that the workouts are enjoyable and can be performed even while watching television. The device doesn’t have a large footprint within your home, and can be folded away for easy storage.
There have been a number of infomercials extolling the health benefits of Ab Doer 360, but you should keep in mind that the dramatic results shown in the infomercials can only be achieved by combining exercise with a sensible eating plan.
Any piece of exercise equipment is only as valuable as the time you put into it. Those who find Ab Doer machines to be enjoyable feel that their investment is justified because it helps keep them moving, while other forms of exercise have failed to spark their interest. Those with certain back problems may find value in the Ab Doer 360 due to its constant back support. In many cases this support will be superior to simply doing crunches and situps, which put stress on that region. Of course the various twisting and bending exercises could also be more problematic to those with back issues, and this will depend on each user’s specific constraints.
Keep in mind that you can’t spot-target weight loss. No matter how much you sculpt your abs, the layer of fat on top of that area will only come off as a result of overall body fat loss, and not from working the muscles underneath.
I’ve also seen a number of older Ab Doer machines at second-hand stores and garage sales, so there have certainly been people for whom this type of device did not work. That can be said about even the most popular home gym devices, however.
In the end, Ab Doer 360 will probably earn about the same rating as its predecessors, which tend to hover around the 3.5 star range. If you think you’ll use it over the long haul, you’ll probably enjoy it. If you’re on the fence, or if you’ve turned past exercise machines into coat hangers, you may want to consider less expensive options, or look for an older model that isn’t as costly.
Alternatives
If you’re looking for an inexpensive device to work your abs, you may want to consider something like Speed Abs, a $15 piece of equipment with one purpose and a high consumer rating.
For a higher-end home exercise device that targets abs, the Ab Coaster Max may be something to consider in the same price range as Ab Doer 360.
For a seated workout, you may want something like this Resistance Chair Exercise System by VQ ActionCare.
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Your Ab Doer 360 Reviews
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Paid $300.00+ for ugrade of this machine more than a week ago. Did not receive any acknowledgement for payment. Sent email–no response. Be very careful about sending these people your money.
If you paid with credit Card start Dispute proceedings also contact whatever shipping method they use in your area and call the Fraud department.
Purchased AB Doer 360 based on advertisement shown. At time of purchase was assured product could be returned if dissatisfied. Upon receipt of unit, discovered during assembly that it was NOT exactly as shown in advertisement. Core bar foam different spiral design, no foam covered contour arm bar and seat design was without marked templates. Customer Service was unresponsive. Upon first calling, was told I would receive a call back within 24 hours. No such call received. Called back after 24 hours only to be told that there was nothing that could be done about the unit I received versus… Read more »
It’s a rip-off! They won’t pay for return shipping. It worthless JUNK! DO NOT BUY!!
Don’t buy this thing, cheaply made and you have to pay for return shipping to send back which for me would have been $75.00
Did your Abdoer 360 Actually arrive As pictured with foam covering on the arm? Asking because Mine did Not and this is Fraud. Am contacting [email protected]
I’m asking because Mine arrived on the 15th of March and their Customer Service stated in writing they do not put foam on the bar and are not able to send one with the bar. I’ve notified them that I never received the Abdoer 360 that I agreed to as shown on their web site or this one therefore I can’t possibly send them back an Abdoer 360
I got mine ok but when I sat on it and turned to the right the chair flipped over on me. I was very bruised and bleeding. Now ju painful arm is in a sling and I ache all over. This was a nightmare and can’t get ahold of anyone to complain.
Yes mine did have the foam on the arm bars, wanted to return it and it was not worth the $75 it would have cost for shipping, their customer service are work at home people, try to contact the company itself [email protected] but don’t expect any high hopes, terrible company to do business with
Exactly what day did yours arrive and do you have any of the packing etc… I received this quote ” Customer Service 2 (Email Support) Mar 30, 17:32 EDT Hello Epf4catsbk, Thank you for contacting Thane Customer Care! I am very sorry about the foam arm covering, we do not sell those or even have them to offer. The only other alternative would either be to return the order with the RMA that was provided or we can process the 10% refund for the order OR place a free order for the Power Rods & Resistance Bands.” ************************** Advertising one… Read more »
Purchased AB Doer 360 based on advertisement shown. At time of purchase was assured product could be returned if dissatisfied. Upon receipt of unit, discovered during assembly that it was NOT exactly as shown in advertisement. Core bar foam different spiral design, no foam covered contour arm bar and seat design was without marked templates. Customer Service was unresponsive. Upon first calling, was told I would receive a call back within 24 hours. No such call received. Called back after 24 hours only to be told that there was nothing that could be done about the unit I received versus… Read more »
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Don’t buy this unit, Thane does not deliver. Ordered unit in Jan, to receive a damaged unusable unit 2 months later, and the customer service is no help. 2 additional months later replacement part never received, their customer care, does not care and does not return phone call, and is not of help. I have a non-usable unit, and out money as I made the mistake to pay the full amount in advance. Be WARNED, don’t buy this.
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Just started mine today. Very hard on back. The bar on back doesn’t bend much and bites into your back to. Also hurt under my arms. I will keep trying it for a few more weeks but I have a feeling it will be going back. I’ll keep you updated.
I bought one a few years ago off kijji for 35.00 bucks. Didn’t use it much. Then was in an accident. The injuries were horrendous. Now I have a metal plate in my wrist and DDD Sciatica. I can’t exercise like I used to. Developed frozen shoulder also. I use it now and it’s helped me tremendously. Flexibility, pain. No,I haven’t gotten ripped from it. Lol. But,as a piece of physio equipment it’s helped me.
I bought this chair and had it put together by a handyman. When I sat on the chair and turned to the right it flipped over on me. With a lot of bleeding and bruising I went to the ER. My arm wasn’t broke was very injured and I have to keep it In a sling. For me this chair was a nightmare and I’m not able to contact anyone at the company. There is no way this chair should have flipped like that. It said up to 300 lbs of which I’m not. So I don’t know what to… Read more »