I was in the market for a new home gym and came across this item. I thought it sounded interesting but I could NOT find ANY type of review or opinion on the item. ****** bucks I decided to take a chance on it...I can now say..I am GLAD I did. The item came in 2 boxes TOTALLY disassembled so you basically have to put this item together from scratch. Do not let the 10,000 peices intimadate you as if you have put any item together you should be able to tackle this. I will say the setup instructions are poor but they serve their purpose. It took me around 5-6 hours to get the gym together (with just me and two adjustable wrenches). Once the gym is together it is VERY sturdy and holds my 6-3 240 frame with ease. Be sure to note that you will need Olympic Weight PLATES for this item. Along with setup instructions was a handy workout guide that illustrates each excersise the gym is good for (about 15 different ones). After a few days of use I am impressed so far. If you are looking to tone up this is the machine for you (men or women). The max weight for some exercises is 600lbs, with that being said I beleive even the avid gym-goer can use this for a real muscle burning workout.. DO NOT pass this gym up..give it a try.....you wont be dissappointed!