FEATURE/The Nautilus Group Offers Adjustable Dumbbells That Fit Perfectly under the Tree

LOUISVILLE, Colo., Sep 24, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) --

With food piling up on the table during the holidays, who wouldn't appreciate some great workout gear under the tree?

The Nautilus Group (NYSE:NLS), a leading marketer, developer, and manufacturer of branded health and fitness products, has developed a new adjustable dumbbell that is perfect for anyone on your holiday list.

"The Nautilus(R) SelectTech(TM) weights offer another innovative, space-saving and affordable option for people to strength train. With this exciting new product, Nautilus continues to revolutionize the at-home workout, making quality strength training within everybody's reach," said Kevin Lamar, president of The Nautilus Health & Fitness Group.

Priced at only $299, the Nautilus SelectTech(TM) dumbbells save not only money, but also precious space. This gift will fit easily under the tree, and later fit into even the most crowded home -- all without sacrificing the quality of the workout.

The weights adjust at 2.5-pound increments until reaching 25 pounds -- small increments that are perfect for those just beginning a weight-training regimen. Once reaching 25 pounds, the weights increase five pounds at a time until each handle reaches a maximum of 52.5 pounds. The large weight range makes it perfect for anyone. Both mom and big brother can adjust the weight according to their own preference.

The Nautilus SelectTech(TM) dumbbells combine a sleek look with a patent-pending locking mechanism that allows the user to securely change the weight on the handle. The mechanism only works while the handle is inserted into the base, eliminating the chance of accidents with dropped plates. Covered with a unique injection-molded plastic, the Nautilus SelectTech(TM) dumbbells won't clank and clatter when they are set down. The cover also keeps weights from scratching floors or other surfaces they might touch. And no matter how sweaty the workout gets, the Nautilus SelectTech(TM) weights are protected from corrosive rust.

The Nautilus SelectTech(TM) dumbbells will be available at Nautilus fitness retailers across the country in October. To find out more about this equipment, to learn about other Nautilus Group products, and to find a dealer near you, visit www.nautilus.com.

About The Nautilus Group

The Nautilus Group, Inc. is a leading marketer, developer, and manufacturer of branded health and fitness products sold under such well-known names as Nautilus(R), Bowflex(R), Schwinn(R) and StairMaster(R). The Company currently markets its Bowflex and TreadClimber(TM) home fitness equipment and Nautilus Sleep Systems through its direct-marketing channel, using an effective combination of television commercials, infomercials, response mailings, the Internet, and inbound/outbound call centers. The Company sells its Nautilus, Schwinn and StairMaster commercial fitness equipment through its sales force and selected dealers to health clubs, government agencies, hotels, corporate fitness centers, colleges, universities, and assisted living facilities. The Nautilus Group also markets and sells a complete line of consumer fitness equipment, under its Nautilus, Schwinn and StairMaster brands, through a network of specialty dealers, distributors, and retailers worldwide. The Company is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. The Nautilus Group is located on the Internet at www.nautilusgroup.com.

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SOURCE: The Nautilus Group

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