Would this machine work for people between 5'5" and 6'4"? How loud is the machine? Can you watch TV and listen to music while exercising?
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My husband is 6' tall and finds it comfortable. 6'4" might be a stretch though. It's nice and quiet, I always listen to music while using it, and TV would be fine too.
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I'm 5'3" and it works fine for me, I can't see that it would be any different for someone a few inches shorter. The one difference that I noticed with this machine compared to other row machines is that you can't accumulate momentum, which is actually really nice, it makes it so your first pull on the bar is the same difficulty, as every time you pull it, if that makes sense.
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My wife is 5'4 I am 5'10, works fine for both of us. It is almost perfectly silent when new, but after time get some creaks and groans - you can still easily watch TV or listen to music while using it though.
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Hi Nathan, I'm 5'6". Positioning yourself properly will help. Starting with lower weight and working up from there will also help. The real advantage of this equipment is that, used properly, it stretches your muscles and joints AND that it engages your core and many support muscles with each exercise. You get a better workout in less time. Make sure you position yourself properly, are doing the exercises correctly and don't use more weight than you are comfortable with. Better to do more reps so that you also get an aerobic workout.
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I'm 5'4" and I have a hard time reaching the handles while sitting even with the seat adjusted as far forward and the handles as far down as they'll go. My boyfriend is 6'1" and he is comfortable even on my settings so I think this machine would have no problem accommodating a taller person.
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I am 6'1" and 207 and I would not run on it. It is fine for walking, walking fast, and ramping up.your heart rate by raising the incline. I don't think it is solid enough for guys our size to run on. I may be wrong but it feels a bit puny to me. The belt is very lightweight and does not seem to be very rugged. The motor appears a bit under - powered as well. Size wise it is big enough, but just doesn't feel solid enough.
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Those are good questions! Although, while using this machine, I don't think you would really be on the machine long enough to carry a conversation or watch TV. If you were to do so, depending on the flooring you have, these things are possible. My machine is on a cement floor in my lower living area and it does not create enough noise to be a problem. I use my machine often and I am happy with the purchase.
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It isn't silent, but you can easily talk to others in normal tone and watch TV or listen to music with no need to increase volume. Much better than my elliptical.
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I agree with the previous answer. I'm 6'1"... and I would say the seat would lower another 6 inches. As far as the machine goes, it's a heavy but very strong bike. And I would consider it quiet too.
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The machine itself is quiet overall. I use it on the 2nd level of my home and the living room is directly below me so I use a mat underneath and it absorbs most of the noise. Ocassionally my kids say they hear it but don't when the TV is on loud enough. I'd suggest placing a treadmill mat underneath if you live in an older apartment. The machine has a small footprint so it can be used in a number of places but may need 2 people to move it around or get it upstairs so hopefully you have an elevator. Good Luck!
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I'm only 5'3" and my husband is 5' 11" and it fits both fine, but I don't think this machine would be ideal for anyone 6'5".
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My question is similar to Paris French. Is this machine workable / comfortable for a 5'4" female? I had a rowing machine years ago, great workout, loved it. Don't want to buy a rower that won't fit.Thanks!
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1. Yes, the stride length is great for me and I am 5' 8", it is not adjustable but I am OK with is as-is. 2. The machine is not loud. I watch TV with it all the time. 3. Yes.
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My husband is 6'1" and he is very comfortable. It's a great machine. Use it nearly every day!
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Probably. It's very quiet compared to most exercise equipment, but the fan noise is loud enough that TV volume needs to be turned up pretty significantly.
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Yes, I'm 5'7, I'm a little tall for it, you should be just perfect. I use mine while watching tv, it fist perfectly in my bedroom and is easy to handle.
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The gym is more than 6' tall .... But if you have the headroom it is a wonderful machine !