Does this machine work the belly? How long do u have use it. How do u use it?
1542109
It works either the torso or the buttocks, depending on the direction of your motion. The belly that you mean can not be affected as it is fat, not the muscle - the only way to get rid of the belly is to under-eat and over-exercise. I tend to use it as my chair - so every time I sit down I am on it, working.
1542110
It works the belly if used properly. It is easy to use, and allows one to watch TV while exercising. You can get a nice workout in 30 minutes or less. The machine is small enough to stow away. If left out when guests come over, well, you will get some strange looks and questions. It does not look like a standard piece of exercise equipment.
1542111
The machine does work the belly. You lean back and forward and use your feet to propel the core trainer. I really like mine and use it almost every day. It is fun, like riding a horse. The brochure states that ten minutes on the machine is like 200 sit ups or walking a mile. It is easy to do in front of the TV as it is quiet. I recommend it. The back and forth motion is like doing crunches.
2252890
I did not get the ab cruncher as it is expensive and you can do most of that without the attachment. Besides there are far too many ab exercises you can do without $159 attachment like crunches which you can do on the total gym without the attachment. Planks and sits ups. There are many standing ab exercises as well. Those who have it, seem to like it. But, it is like anything else you have to use it.
891279
I would recommend this product. I'm assuming with a child you are living a very busy life. In my opinion, this product is intended for people who are moving around their home and want to slim up just a bit (nothing dramatic) because mind you, you must move your abdominal muscles by walking or moving around, to have any noticeable effects. I lost about 2 pounds but I didn't use it as often as directed. However If you would like to loose weight, I would highly recommend some healthy weight reducer supplements, called belly blaster pm. It's natural and I have lost 5 pound in 2 weeks and you just take it before bed and drink a glass of water. It also helps you sleep!! Hope this all helps lol I would recommend this product. I'm assuming with a child you are living a very busy life. In my opinion, this product is intended for people who are moving around their home and want to slim up just a bit (nothing dramatic) because mind you, you must move your abdominal muscles by walking or moving around, to have any noticeable effects. I lost about 2 pounds but I didn't use it as often as directed. However If you would like to loose weight, I would highly recommend some healthy weight reducer supplements, called belly blaster pm. It's natural and I have lost 5 pound in 2 weeks and you... » Read More I would recommend this product. I'm assuming with a child you are living a very busy life. In my opinion, this product is intended for people who are moving around their home and want to slim up just a bit (nothing dramatic) because mind you, you must move your abdominal muscles by walking or moving around, to have any noticeable effects. I lost about 2 pounds but I didn't use it as often as directed. However If you would like to loose weight, I would highly recommend some healthy weight reducer supplements, called belly blaster pm. It's natural and I have lost 5 pound in 2 weeks and you just take it before bed and drink a glass of water. It also helps you sleep!! Hope this all helps lol « Show Less
151680
I have had my machine for about a year now. I have found the ab workout to be very effective. For my program, I complete my normal set of bent knee situps, and follow with inverting, then a set of inverted situps. I do not re-position the bar, as recommended in the instructions. I leave it in the inversion position. Prior to buying this machine, any type of situp caused back problems for me. This has allowed me to increase my ab workout without any negative effects. I highly recommend this machine.
1411496
I've found it does very little for the lower body, except maybe some work on the glutes. Great upper body workout though. Since it's generally a lot easier to get a lower body workout (running, walking, biking), this machine complements the rest of my fitness regimen very well.
600498
I haven't had any problems with it. It works good to help support the extra weight around your belly.
1201731
It certainly hasn't helped me with abdominal fat at this point, but I've only used it for about 60 days. There's always hope, but I don't know how long you give it to work for that.
211321
For me, this machine releases tensions in the joints and muscles. Plus, if you do push-ups, sit-ups, squats, etc., on it, your body works twice as hard to maintain balance so you don't have to exercise as long to get the same results as you would doing them without the machine. After 10 minutes, I am sweaty and want water, so I assume I am burning calories, but it is not like doing cardio. It feels more like intense yoga.
1127326
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.
1097662
no it seems the machine doesn't work in that sense, at least not for me. They lied about that. I haven't used it since a week after I got it because it's too easy and can not be adjusted. I would not recormend buying this machine...
1890830
It is a good all around exersize machine. you use your legs and your arms. Yes it does pull on your stomach muscles. I use it mostly for a quick workout. you can get your heart rate up . If you want you can work up a sweat. I have had mine for 15 years. they are well built.
114337
It helps lose water weight, you will see a different in your stomach but it only works actively if you work out with it on. The most you sweat while it's on, the better the results.
1633304
Hi, my name is David. I've had mine for a while now and love it. They do say not to use it for longer than 15mins but after That "New Electric Motor" smell goes away, which is when it's broken in, you can use it for a longer period of time. I use mine for anywhere between 20-30mins at a time but I don't push it past that. Your muscle tissue will hurt the next couple of days if you use it too long. Drink plenty of water to flush your system out really good for 2-3 days after each use. I'm sure you know these tips.lol...Less pain is a good thing.lol...
1381713
It does what it supposed to do, you can feel you and contracting with higher settings; does it help losing belly fat? Maybe it contributes about 10% at most; I feel that sit ups are more effective. It's an individual case though, it can work much better for you. Bottom line the product is good; I have had it for a long time now; it's of good quality and does work
891278
You're better off going to a gym or doing a regular cardio/light strength training at home. This was just a big waste of money...the right pad stopped working 3 minutes into using it. This will work and build your abdomen but it won't actually tone it (I know, the name makes it sound like it would). In order to tone your abdomen, or any part of your body, you just have to do light strength training workouts and cardio to burn off the layers of fat over top of the an muscles...no short cuts around it. Also, 80% of your stomach is made in the kitchen; most of the looks of a tighter, toned stomach start with a lower carb, higher protein diet and ultimately watching what you eat. It sucks lol. You're better off going to a gym or doing a regular cardio/light strength training at home. This was just a big waste of money...the right pad stopped working 3 minutes into using it. This will work and build your abdomen but it won't actually tone it (I know, the name makes it sound like it would). In order to tone your abdomen, or any part of your body, you just have to do light strength training workouts and cardio to burn off the layers of fat over top of the an muscles...no short cuts around it. Also, 80% of your stomach is made in the kitchen; most of the looks of a tighter, toned... » Read More You're better off going to a gym or doing a regular cardio/light strength training at home. This was just a big waste of money...the right pad stopped working 3 minutes into using it. This will work and build your abdomen but it won't actually tone it (I know, the name makes it sound like it would). In order to tone your abdomen, or any part of your body, you just have to do light strength training workouts and cardio to burn off the layers of fat over top of the an muscles...no short cuts around it. Also, 80% of your stomach is made in the kitchen; most of the looks of a tighter, toned stomach start with a lower carb, higher protein diet and ultimately watching what you eat. It sucks lol. « Show Less
2054820
I was not aware that the machine could help tone excess fat on any part of your body. However, I wish you much luck with your machine.
378086
We discovered this type of machine at an expo where they explained that it would tone your muscles and a side result was weight loss. They said that it engages your muscles over 60x a minute. The machines we tried were over $1800. Who has that kind of money just laying around? So we waited for the price to drop and discovered this brand which does basically the same thing. Don't purchase this brand, it broke after 2 months and we cannot find anyone who will repair it. Also it's a bit flimsy.