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Body Jac on Shark Tank

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Body Jac is an upper-body exercise apparatus designed to assist users through push-ups and similar bodyweight movements. It targets people who struggle with traditional push-ups and want a supported way to build strength at home.

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⏱ Body Jac in 30 seconds

  1. The ask$180K for 20%Valued at $900K
  2. In the tankDeal: $180K for 50%With Barbara
  3. After the showNot confirmedNo public record either way
  4. TodayClosedThe product was discontinued and is no longer sold on Cactus Jack's w…

Body Jac Shark Tank deal

Asked for
$180,000 for 20%
Asking valuation
$900K
Result
Deal
Final deal
$180,000 for 50%
Deal valuation
$360K
Founders
Cactus Jack
From
Ames, IA
Aired
Sep 6, 2009
Asked
$900K
Got
$360K

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The pitch

Cactus Jack from Ames, IA pitched Body Jac in Shark Tank Season 1, Episode 5 (aired Sep 6, 2009). They asked for $180,000 in exchange for 20% equity, valuing the business at $900K. The entrepreneurs walked away with a deal from Barbara Corcoran: $180,000 for 50%. That put the final valuation at $360K, 60% below what they originally asked for.

What happened to Body Jac after Shark Tank?

Out of business

Body Jac appears to be out of business (The product was discontinued and is no longer sold on Cactus Jack's website or anywhere else.).

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  1. looper.com/1210241/body-jac-didnt-have-a-happy-ending-after-shark-tank
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Frequently asked questions

Did Body Jac get a deal on Shark Tank?

Yes. Body Jac got a deal with Barbara Corcoran for $180,000 and 50% equity.

Which Shark invested in Body Jac?

Barbara Corcoran invested in Body Jac on Season 1 of Shark Tank. Note that some on-air deals change or fall through during due diligence.

Is Body Jac still in business?

Body Jac appears to be out of business (The product was discontinued and is no longer sold on Cactus Jack's website or anywhere else.).

What season and episode was Body Jac on Shark Tank?

Body Jac appeared in Season 1, Episode 5, which first aired on September 6, 2009.

Where can I buy Body Jac?

Search for Body Jac on Amazon or major retailers; availability varies.

What was Body Jac's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Body Jac at $900,000 when they entered the Tank, and the final deal valued it at $360,000.

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