BaseBench Review: NEW Lower Body Calisthenics Equipment

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After debuting the BaseBench from BaseBlocks in a recent video and getting some questions about it, I decided it was about time for my official BaseBench Review video (especially because it officially launches soon!). This is everything you want to know about the BaseBench: how it assembles, how it stores, how durable it is, and most importantly, how to USE it.
This is honestly the first piece of lower body calisthenics equipment I’ve seen, or at least that I remember coming across. I mean, how often do you see equipment designed for lower body calisthenics exercises? Almost all bodyweight exercise equipment out there is for upper body, so I’m quite impressed with BaseBench due to creativity alone. I mean, finally, there's a way to train nordic curls at home.
I explain all the pros and cons to it in this video. Here are the shortcuts:
000 Intro
1:27 Assembly of the BaseBench
3:09 Storage and Durability
4:48 Exercises
9:49 Summary & Outro
If you had your eyes on the BaseBench, I hope this video helps you out in making your decision. And if you're curious about other BaseBlocks equipment, make sure you check out my Reviews playlist because I've reviewed most of their stuff!
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@MinusTheGym 3 жыл бұрын

For all the vegans out there: the padding on the BaseBench is REAL leather. I wasn't sure about that when shooting the video (I guessed it was fake leather) so I contacted BaseBlocks afterwards and they confirmed it's real.

@MrRibbett454 3 жыл бұрын

Good to know. Thanks

@gregsmith80 3 жыл бұрын

Major gentleman move. Thank you, sir.

@t00psy 2 жыл бұрын

lol

@paulalmeidha6824 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and excellent video too

@paulbruce5414 2 жыл бұрын

The new Basebench Pro is polyurethane, faux leather. Just got confirmation from customer support.

@misslindsaylindsay 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for reviewing. You're the only review of this piece of equipment I have found so far. Very helpful.

@ameliacarter7656 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought one! So excited to try it! Thanks for the tips! So happy I purchased it!

@denverdail7104 3 жыл бұрын

honestly youtube just recommended your video to me then you've just got my attention because you're good at explanation, so that right now i'm one of your subscriber😄

@renes.schwaiger 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video man. I do nordic curls for a long time now, but never had the right equipment. It was always painfull on my ankle and so I didn't do it regularly. The base bench is perfect for that. Thank you for the review and for the discount. Keep up the good work 💪🏼😁

@miguel.h.collins 3 жыл бұрын

This is the first affordable piece of equipment for Nordic Curls the Rouge Nordic bench is 550 and thats all you can do on it. For 229 this is a good solution if you don't want to build your own.

@1Hannigan1 3 жыл бұрын

I watched one of your first videos. I like how your patient and have advice from beginners to experts. Your a great fellow and God bless you and yours.

@jamfortis 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u man! A lot. This is definitely a much more versatile & affordable option when compared with the rogue floor glute machine. Great demonstration of exercise possible with the product too👍🏾

@Tokinjester 3 жыл бұрын

6:46 I use a door frame pull up bar for nordic curls (and dragon flags) ...just tighten it on to the door frame near the bottom

@MrEurythmie 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. For all other exercises you can use a chair . So overall useless piece of equipment. But he needs to earn some bucks

@tylerhoose3750 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review. This is a must buy for me.

@dd-ez3im 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review. Very much appreciated.

@shriyashmechquest7722 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the video❤❤❤

@fabianhernandez4839 3 жыл бұрын

Great videos and explanation greetings from Mexico

@klubhead7070 5 ай бұрын

Definitely going to buy this

@shannonbranch5726 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Noted: Hip thrusts Elevated Glute Bridges Pistol Squats Nordic Curls Banded Deadlifts Split Squats Reverse Hypers Push-ups Dragon Flags Etc

@Sid629 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome review fellow bald head brother (we takin over he world btw). Very thorough and informative hitting all the points that I was looking for. You got a new subscriber!!

@Amy_Lin_ 3 жыл бұрын

seems like you can also do banded hip thrusts with the deadlift set up!

@thomaskishmanii2675 2 жыл бұрын

It would be nice to see a version where one could fold it up. Especially all base products which are good. Great review

@sqd8r 3 жыл бұрын

Good communication from BB; got added to their waiting list for shipping to Canada. Definite must have for dragonflags, nordics, and hypers

@jamesdempsey5702 3 жыл бұрын

You buy it? How is it for nordics?

@mhs21981 2 жыл бұрын

This does look good, but a lot of these exercises can be done using a regular bench. Thanks for this video as it's given me some good ideas for lower body exercises.

@rinkuhero Жыл бұрын

or just a box. the only thing shown in this video you can't do with a box and the floor is the nordic curls.

@P2541-kz1cu 5 ай бұрын

@@rinkuheroHip thrusts

@yeaboy707 2 жыл бұрын

Really good review, I like all the exercises that can be done, especially nordic curls, but I was concerned about the build quality. I may pull the trigger and purchase it now.

@MinusTheGym 2 жыл бұрын

They have a new pro version as well. It’s more expensive but it has round pads instead of of a flat padded bench. Worth looking into.

@JBPorter 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Ryan! Been following the channel for quite some time now and you've helped me a ton on my calisthenics journey! I just have one concern about the base bench here that I'd like a little more insight on. When you are performing those incline pushups and dragon flags, the seat seems to be bending a ton. Does this scare you for long term durability or is it built in a way that it bends but wont' break?

@MinusTheGym 3 жыл бұрын

Jeff Porter thanks! I don’t have any concerns about the long term durability. It’s designed to handle a lot of weight (230 lbs) coming down and up against the seat. If I can do step ups, squats, etc. on it, I think the push ups are fine. And same with the dragon flags. It’s designed for Nordic curls which put a lot of upward force on the bottom of the seat; I don’t think dragon flags are much different.

@missraj9113 3 жыл бұрын

Some very useful tips and advice, many thanks 🙏🏼

@lws0659 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, and I know this is kind of old, but I was just wondering if you find it to be possible to load reasonably challenging deadlifts in the fashion shown here?

@seaTiger51 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. I have used your code to purchase with discount! :-)

@MinusTheGym 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad you appreciated the review. And thank you for the support!

@amandavega5872 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I'm a beginner found you making research in what to buy for calisthenics and I was wandering if I should buy dumbbells. Great content btw 👍

@MinusTheGym 3 жыл бұрын

Amanda Vega having dumbbells certainly wouldn't hurt if you can afford to add them to your arsenal, but I wouldn't say they're necessary for someone just getting started with bodyweight fitness.

@pricerowland 2 жыл бұрын

I'm impressed, it looks like it covers everything but sissy squats and calf raises. Is the bench sturdy enough to handle external loads? I'm pretty heavy and usually do hip-thrusts with barbells and/or sandbags.

@Victor43377 Жыл бұрын

Any chance you can make a comparison video to the basebench pro? Not sure which to get

@talhaasifgujjar2844 3 жыл бұрын

Hi such a great video with all the details required. Sir i have been folllowing your channel for an year.Can you please tell me how to built lower chest or that defined shape of chest at home

@BrixDeRossi 3 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to get mine! Ordered it a few weeks ago and still waiting. It got delayed.

@bearleeleagle7170 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ryan, yes, I´d like to have this bench as well. It´s a bit pricy though and I am not sure if it´s available in Germany. But - as you mentioned - it is awesome for doing nordic curls. Would be my main argument for buying it. My heaviest furniture is not heavy enough for me, too!! And, great vid as always, Ryan. Thanks.

@Vargsohn 3 жыл бұрын

Nur in USA erhältlich. Mit Code kostest es 180 Dollar

@adams5507 3 жыл бұрын

and hip thrust

@bearleeleagle7170 3 жыл бұрын

@@Vargsohn Danke. Dachte ich mir fast.

@MinusTheGym Жыл бұрын

⏩⏩⏩ No more code! Just use this link to get 10% OFF at checkout: baseblocks.fit/?minusthegym

@lynnmontague5144 3 жыл бұрын

Have you used Bret Contreras’s Hip Thruster Lite? Would like to see a comparison review btwn that and Base Bench

@dejjamieson1542 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ryan thank you for reviewing this product, i was wondering if Baseblocks ship to Australia. I have been impressed with a few of there products that you have reviewed.

@MinusTheGym 2 жыл бұрын

I believe they do. I found this on the faq of their site: We are now accepting pre-orders for Australian orders. Email hello@baseblocks.fit for a shipping quote

@dejjamieson1542 2 жыл бұрын

@@MinusTheGym Thanks Ryan

@superwellplayed Жыл бұрын

which would you recommend for being able to do the most exercises on, this or the pro? Thanks!

@lancemaloney5599 Жыл бұрын

Sorry for coming into the conversation so late. I'm really interested in this BaseBench, but there is a new one the Basebench Pro, that seems to have similar benefits but it doesn't have the actual seat. Have you tried this new one, and/or do you have an opinion about it. Thanks.

@matthewa4307 2 жыл бұрын

It’s been a year since this video, any regret or would you get a different products than this one?

@UnbearabIe 3 жыл бұрын

can you make a video on scapular winging and corrective exercises if you don't have a video on it

@scal7122 2 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to do full nordic curls on this bench or only negatives?

@jaleesa00 Жыл бұрын

Do you think you could do all these exercises on the Bret Contreras hip thruster lite that folds.

@baboochi 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this very useful review. Do you still use it?

@playamade1305 3 жыл бұрын

Can u do a muscle up video please?

@Chrome47 3 жыл бұрын

Very similar to Bret Contreras hip thruster but with padding.

@indigo0086 3 жыл бұрын

I wish they put some padding on the bottom of the seat so the nordic curls would happen at the back of the shins than with the feet anchored, it's a bit awkward.

@lauralee8997 3 жыл бұрын

Is this available in the UK?

@Alf-bo3gd 3 жыл бұрын

Was interested, until I realised you can do most of the exercises you can do with a regular bench.

@zber9043 2 жыл бұрын

can’t do nordics with a regular bench or banded hip thrusts

@seanking6184 3 жыл бұрын

A way to do Nordic curls and banded hip thrusts with one price of equipment: Take my money!!!!

@jamesdempsey5702 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah that's basically what I'm looking for. Contemplating purchasing this

@bullettomy7thheart 2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesdempsey5702 Did either of you gentlemen end up purchasing?

@seanking6184 8 ай бұрын

@@bullettomy7thheartI did, still use it today 👍

@sqd8r 3 жыл бұрын

Went to buy it, sadly no shipping to Canada as yet.

@MauriceKalinowski 3 жыл бұрын

Same for Germany, which is unfortunate. I was looking for exactly such a thing for the hypers as well as dragonflags, because our couch in the living room clearly doesn't like it :(

@seanking6184 3 жыл бұрын

I contacted them and they said that International shipping is cancelled during Covid but will be open in 2021

@CHIOTIS1821 2 жыл бұрын

That’s ironic since GSP is Canadian

@georglehner407 3 жыл бұрын

Getting both hamstring curls and dragon flags in one is amazing, I tried all sorts of things but never found comfortable ways to do them at home. Have you tried doing back extensions on the bench?

@trevormadden8096 3 жыл бұрын

I have a traditional back extension and also this basebench. There is no comparison--get a real back extension.

@cityslickerbass 3 жыл бұрын

Not shipping to UK 😕

@troycoleman918 2 жыл бұрын

It’s sturdy but it’s not made for tall people or folks with long shins. Had to add my own knee padding to do Nordic curls.

@eugenesedita 3 жыл бұрын

How many inches is the adjustability? From what height to what height? Thanks.

@MinusTheGym 3 жыл бұрын

9 - 13 inches, I believe. It's in the specs on their site.

@shahzadbutt2118 3 жыл бұрын

Do they ship the product to the UK? Also, how much is it?

@billklatsch5058 3 жыл бұрын

If you go to the checkout you can only choose US or US-attached Islands so there is that. There might be a similar product in Europe. Technically you can do a chinesejob for home use.

@capeflatterytrail 2 жыл бұрын

Where is it made?

@ihiroe 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use non-Baseblock bands with this item? Also, are you reviewing the B-Bar?

@MinusTheGym 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, you can use any bands on the BaseBench. And I am reviewing the B-Bars soon. Just received them yesterday :)

@ihiroe 3 жыл бұрын

@@MinusTheGym I have small hands so I've been wondering if I can use the Basebar/B-bar

@ihiroe 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to your review! I held off on buying the Basebars to see what you think of the B-Bars. If you can please do a comparison in your review!

@robbiemoe5260 Жыл бұрын

hey why doesn't the website work to purchase one of these?

@MinusTheGym Жыл бұрын

Sorry… they just updated to a link instead of discount code. Use this link: BaseBlocks.fit/?minusthegym If it still doesn’t apply a 10% discount at checkout then it might mean you’re buying pro line equipment. Discounts only work on the originals line.

@rcem4773 3 жыл бұрын

Where do I put the code into?

@MinusTheGym 3 жыл бұрын

Guapoman789 on the right side of the checkout page (where you enter payment info) there's a field labeled "discount code." Enter MINUS10 and click Apply. It should apply the 10% discount.

@shawnrydah5860 2 жыл бұрын

I’m 6’5”. Will this work for me?

@MinusTheGym 2 жыл бұрын

Nah, you’re a bit tall, my friend. I think your knees wouldn’t be on the padded part and the height settings on the seat would not be ideal for you. Sorry.

@eugenesedita 3 жыл бұрын

Is that Meghan in the illustrations?

@wetsand7379 2 жыл бұрын

I just assembled my basebench. I'm a little bit disappointed (this is difficult to explain via text) but my feet are too small to reach the bottom of the base bench while being anchored behind the seat while doing Nordic hamstring curls. This really is a fine piece of equipment, but if you're shorter or have small feet like me, you might run into the same issue.

@trevor4723 2 жыл бұрын

Can't you just put some pads or towels in between to shorten the gap

@wetsand7379 2 жыл бұрын

@@trevor4723 I'll give it a try. thanks!

@shnuggumz Жыл бұрын

Would have been very helpful if you shared what size shoe you wear, so others can understand and make a more informed buying decision.

@gangjira 3 жыл бұрын

Just received the bench, you didn't mention the thin sheet of metal that sits on top. Doesn't feel as quality as you say, awkwardly dents and makes noise if you stand on it. Surface has no grip, you'll slide when doing hip thrusts unless you have shoes. Cushion doesn't align with your butt for hip thrusts and isn't soft enough for your knees when doing nordic curls. Also the weld is poor, it chipped and separated immediately before my first use.

@haloboyvash 3 жыл бұрын

I have experienced the exact same grievances. One of the welds has chipped within 1 use from doing nordic curls. the cushion doesn't line up exactly and it just doesn't feel like a quality made piece of equipment for the price. The thin sheet of metal on top is pitiful. I'm trying to justify keeping it but I believe I'm going to return it.

@haloboyvash 3 жыл бұрын

@@GuestUser-jf8uj Yes I did return it for a refund. It just wasn't up to my standards and definitely not as heavy duty as I had imagined.

@haloboyvash 3 жыл бұрын

@@GuestUser-jf8uj For nordic curls I have been using a spud inc. glute/ham strap on my bench to synch my legs to it and then perform the curls with a resistance band. Other than that I have been waiting on Titan Fitness to have their floor glute & ham machine to come back in stock which I think is priced at around $250.

@amramjose 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought one, it came with the base cushion cut and damaged, and still no reply from BaseBlocks customer support. I am disappointed.

@trevormadden8096 3 жыл бұрын

Did you return yours?

@errenyaegger4848 3 жыл бұрын

loooool what a shame. You are doing promotion for a setup which is approximately as useful as a chair or a regular bed

@jamesdempsey5702 3 жыл бұрын

Can you do nordics with a regular bed?

@eugenesedita 3 жыл бұрын

I think you can lie not lay on it sideways and use it as a bench for dumbbell bench press. What say you?

@strawberryyogurt0 3 жыл бұрын

FYI: You could also simply use any wooden or solid board, and use an old belt to hold your calves down to do nordic curls. Found both of these items laying around the house. Cost = $0 dollars.

@eugenesedita 3 жыл бұрын

certified by whom?

@MinusTheGym 3 жыл бұрын

I'm certified by ACE (American Council on Exercise)

@keon3155 3 жыл бұрын

I had my gf hanging on me when I put mine together. Lol

@Fitz557 3 жыл бұрын

Hi ! I have a question : are you sure that it is made of fake leather and that it isn't leather? You seem a bit unsure in the video and I can't find any information on the website, but maybe you have a better product description. I think a lot of people watching your videos are vegan, so it might be a good thing to know :)

@MinusTheGym 3 жыл бұрын

Fitz557 you're right, I wasn't sure, so I emailed BaseBlocks and they already wrote me back. It's REAL leather. So my apologies on that. I'll pin a comment clarifying that so everyone knows. Thanks!

@Fitz557 3 жыл бұрын

@@MinusTheGym Thanks a lot for your answer :)

@LegalizeTheNuclearBomb 3 жыл бұрын

This is literally a glorified chair.. and you can get chairs that fold.

@kobaltkween 2 жыл бұрын

It's a "glorified" bench. But as someone who already has workout bench, that "glorified" part is key. First of all, it raises and lowers. Second of all, it uses your body weight to stabilize it. Third, it has band attachments. So you can do things like Nordic curls that you just can't do without a device unless you have _really_ flexible ankles and a light weight and can use your sofa instead. You can do progressions to really difficult moves, even if you can't even do a full squat to begin with. It's a simple design, but the features those simple elements add are valuable. IMHO, the only thing that would improve it would be an ankle roll add-on so you could swap it out with the bench as needed.

@wm6549 3 жыл бұрын

Good commercial

@adams5507 3 жыл бұрын

that thing is tight mang can i have yours for free ?

@johnnygunzfilmbuff7821 3 жыл бұрын

Hard to find a good Storage GHR rather buying an expensive machine. Hamstring curls machines aren't a good exercise. It puts stress and can cause low back pain.