What made you choose this machine instead of Stamina Avari Programmable Magnetic Exercise Rower
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I put a lot of faith in reviews and the velocity seemed to be a better machine. I'm not sorry that I spent the extra $$
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I do not know how the two rowers differ functionally, but they look similar, and the Velocity costs less. I didn't know to expect the excellent customer service I encountered later when a I had a problem with the console unit, but I guess I just lucked out in my choice of device.
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Personally, I don`t feel very stable while working out on this twist model, I`d rather have the classic model. I also found that my sports shoes were slipping too, couldn`t clutch onto the surface. For this reason I`ll sell it and get the old model that I had before. I work out regularly in a gym but I bought this appliance because I don`t have time to go the guy as much as I`d like since I can take my kids with me.
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By glider. I can only guess that you mean an elliptical machine. To me, the rower is much better because it incorporates more of the body. I have an elliptical machine as well and it gives a good cardio workout however, it only seems to work the legs. The rower incorporates the legs, back, and arms while delivering a cardio workout. This machine can be adjusted to make each row stroke difficult to develop strength as well. I hope this helps.
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You get the rower as you see it with the digital device that tells you how fast your going and how far, instructional DVD for workouts and the syphon for adding and subtracting water. You also get the chlorine pills to keep the water fresh.P.s the rower comes in peices but puting it together is no harder than anything from Ikea.
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That depends on what your objectives are. If you are looking for a low price workout this fits the bill but if you really want an adjustable rower with all the bells and whistles you will have to spend a lot more money.
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I use the rubber pad offered as an accessory when I purchased my rower. It works well.
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I chose the Blaze due to the wider lat tower and included lat bar. Also I wanted the additional exercises like the 'lying leg curls' along with the ability to upgrade the resistance. I also am really happier with the beefier build as is evidenced by the difference in weight of the machine, 148 lb for the PR1000 and 214 lb for the Blaze. If your like me, price is important and I got mine during black Friday sale for a little over 600, hint hint. Im sure the PR1000 would be sufficient, but I'm glad I got the beefier, upgradable version.
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I Love this machine. Does it work? It depends if you use it consistently. I feel great when I use it. I typically do squats, ab twists and air boxing to get a total body workout. Last week I actually was on with my weights. I do not regret getting this machine but give it your best and I believe it will be good to your body :)
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this is much different than a normal gym elliptical. It has a wider longer stride so although its not harder to use it burns just as many calories.
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It is just as challenging. I highly recommend the Sole E35. In my opinion, it is just as good as gym quality machines.
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You get the rower as you see it with the digital device that tells you how fast your going and how far, instructional DVD for workouts and the syphon for adding and subtracting water. You also get the chlorine pills to keep the water fresh. P.s the rower comes in peices but puting it together is no harder than anything from Ikea.
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I would say it is. Be aware though it does not have all the options that other rowers have. It does not have adjustable tension. The display is not the best. But for a beginner on a budget it is worth it.
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Hi Amy, if you have it on the last setting than that's the best you're going to get. I'm having the same problem too. I Decided to use the rower for muscle building/toning and get my cardio on recumbent bike. Of course there are other ways to get cardio exercises. I hope this helps.Good luck, Frank
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I use the machine and I'm 6'5, 250 lbs. When doing some exercises I need to lift my feet in the air because There is no where on the glideboard to put them when I'm laying down. But that makes it a better workout because I'm using my abdominals. As far as weight is concerned, I do some explosive excercises on the machine and it doesn't move or slide on the floor and the machine is pretty sturdy. I use the weight bar to add extra weight making the machine carry the maximum load of 350 lbs. The machine is solid. I definitley recommend it. I use it in combination with free weights. I love it. I use the machine and I'm 6'5, 250 lbs. When doing some exercises I need to lift my feet in the air because There is no where on the glideboard to put them when I'm laying down. But that makes it a better workout because I'm using my abdominals. As far as weight is concerned, I do some explosive excercises on the machine and it doesn't move or slide on the floor and the machine is pretty sturdy. I use the weight bar to add extra weight making the machine carry the maximum load of 350 lbs. The machine is solid. I definitley recommend it. I use it in combination with free weights.... » Read More I use the machine and I'm 6'5, 250 lbs. When doing some exercises I need to lift my feet in the air because There is no where on the glideboard to put them when I'm laying down. But that makes it a better workout because I'm using my abdominals. As far as weight is concerned, I do some explosive excercises on the machine and it doesn't move or slide on the floor and the machine is pretty sturdy. I use the weight bar to add extra weight making the machine carry the maximum load of 350 lbs. The machine is solid. I definitley recommend it. I use it in combination with free weights. I love it. « Show Less
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I think it is a good substitute for the Nustep. I have used both. I love my recumbent elliptical.
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There is a chart included that shows you what to do. There is also an infomercial that comes on abt it all the time. I like it. Just add some cardio with it and that will also help. There are a lot of exercises you can do with this machine but you need to have a routine and stick with it. Hope this helps
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I can tell you that the device is simple in design: the pedals and handle bars drive a large fan. You cannot adjust the force as you can on a rowing erg, for example, but the harder and faster you pedal the greater is the resistance to the air, giving a very strenuous work out. If you pedal slowly, the resistance is less and gives a gentler workout. To me it seems a brilliantly thought out and built machine, and gives lower and upper body workouts simultaneously, as hard or as gentle as you prefer. Hope that helps to answer your question.