I have my bar and band from a few years ago. I use them so much, the original band (pink) that I ordered from QVC with Marie Osmond, was wearing thin. I ordered this new band and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. Don't be fooled by the price nor the plastic construction. This bar/band is amazingly strong and I not only use it free form, I attach it to my bench. I can use it for rowing and for other sitting exercises. I am not a beginner body builder and where this bar may not be advertised as 'commercial' or heavy duty grade, trust me!!! It will be your favorite whole-body work out item! looking at my pictures, you can see this bar along with another bar and my workout bench. This product is perfect to add into your routine.