Hi, I am mainly wanting to work the BACK of my legs. Does this machine work this area or not? Also, do weights come with them? Thank you!
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Does not work hamstrings only the calf muscle. No weights come with the machine.
298926
When you say the BACK of your legs i take that to mean your hamstrings. This machine does not work that muscle it works your calves only. It does not come with weights.
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It works Calves(knees go under the padded crossbar for the lift action), if it activates anything on the upper leg it would be minimal. No Weights included
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Not sure what you mean by back of your legs. You could be referring to hamstrings(upper back of your leg) or calves(lower back of your leg). This machine works the calves and it does not come with weights....you'll need to supply your own weights.
990934
Bottom part rotates on a bolt which acts as an axle. You add weight and do leg lifts. So yes, you can move the bottom part to work your legs.
924013
I can't answer this yet because my weights don't fit on the machine. I have to get weights that have a larger center hole to fit onto the bars. But the machine does seem pretty sturdy and the action is very smooth. One thing is that the space where you put your foot is very large.
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My husband put mine together but he said it wasn't hard to do. I really enjoy mine and I think it would be a great machine for you. I switched to this from running because of knee and heel problems and needed something lower impact. It works great and just from 20minutes 3-4 days a week, I've lost 35lbs
701129
Very pleased with this massager.I think it would work well on your legs, I have used it on my husbands feet and his back. (His back was broken in 2 places, and the massager really helps with the pain.
1748250
You lay on the floor or a hard surface,put your ankles on the top, turn the machine on, it moves every part of your body.You can feel the circulation. especally good for people that are not able to get out and walk, but good for anyone. I like the machine and should use it at least twice a day. I would suggest a yoga mat to lay on.It is a passive exercise where the machine moves you, instead of you moving the machine.
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It depends on what you consider "adjustable" this machine allows you to set workout levels for combined arm and leg exercises. So, if you don't use your arms you can just exercise your legs which I what my wife does. All-in-all a very nice exercise machine that has help me regain much of the strength I lost form several brain abysses.
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Hello, I see that you posted this question 7 years ago and assume that you either have the answer or no longer have the machine. I purchased a used machine and have the same question as you, WHERE do the leg cables in the back connect to and how do you do leg exercises. Thanks, Bob
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This great piece of equipment has to be plugged in. Depending on the nature of their disability some folks might require a little help getting situated. If you can sit, lift your leg and turn 90 degrees you should be able to mount the Physiostep by yourself. Once you are in the seat and the machine is properly set up for you (the handles adjust in and out and the seat moves up and back) it will provide safe, personally adjusted workouts. This is a five-star machine.
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Hi Aug. I have to say that I really like my massager (MCS-510H). My principal problem is mid-back, however---it does just what I need there. For lower back it will do the same thing---that is, sort of roll around the area---not just up & down. But that area is more boney and the massage just doesn't go deep enough to do a really good job. That said, I don't think any of the chair-style massagers will do better. One thing I really do appreciate is its ability to concentrate on one area (low, for instance)---and then you can also "spot" massage by pressing up or down buttons to put it right where you need it. All in all, I think its damn good for the price. Tom
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it's not like using weights where you increase weights. with the body blade, it's how long you can use it. when I was in phys therapy, I was lucky to be able to do for 30 seconds. So your progress is in how long you can do it before your muscles get tired. then you learn how to do it in different directions - to the side, above your head etc. = uses different muscles.
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James, this machine only works in the seated position. This is why I bought it. Lying leg curls hurt my knees so seated, I get the same exercise for the most part without the pain... if you want to do the lying leg curls, you can get a bench that has many attachment options, leg curl attachment being one. I hope this is helpful... keep at it.... :)
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One could do them simultaneously if you like. Simply do different upper body exercises with weights while walking/climbing on these. One could do bicep curls, shoulder press, tricep pushes, and other things. However, I recommend not doing anything with your chest or back. Balance is a small issue on this walking machine. I suggest not toying with that balance much. It would be easy to cause injuries without going as far as falling off. So when not on the machine do push ups and tricep dips and other more horizontal exercises.
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Ok i went into u s jaclean and scrolled all the way down to us jaclean-contact us. when that site came up i clicked on fitness then i scolled down to equipment and accessories. It seems to stimulate all the way up to the thighs is what that site or maybe it was the ebay site it said that on. also i noticed they have a core exerciser for 20.00 hope this helps.
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I sent mine back .. never even plugged it in. When we put our legs into it we couldn't pull the upper section up for knee/thigh massage. You are supposedly able to do separate areas of massage, but we never got to try. I also wrote a review if you want to check it out.
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Yes, this attachment is great for both leg curls and legs extensions. You can do 1 leg or 2 leg exercises. It takes about 10 seconds to adjust the bench, position the leg attachment and add the desired weights.
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I am 5'4" and I am using this machine to work my shoulders, core and lower back. I find that by adjusting my legs i.e. push with legs and knees (shoulders, back), straight legged (core, shoulders, back), and alternate weight on each leg (core, back) that I am getting the desired results I wanted. By focusing on which muscles I want to work on, I find my body works on them accordingly. Hope this helps you. I really love this machine. I crave my sessions on it as opposed to dreading that 'work-out'. Very relaxing and you can work as hard or soft as you like.