I am searching for my first machine. Could someone tell me how long a machine like this will last for a 20 minutes / day fast walking. Thanks.
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My machine has been doing 6 miles a day at 4.5 mph for the past 6 months.....works perfectly.....I even have it on an outside porch that allows mist to get on the unit.....GREAT value!!
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I have already given mine away. It interrupted (disconnected) tv and Internet. Squeaked at a moderate pace and walking pad would not adjust to be straight. I think I may have just gotten one that should have been returned but the box was totally destroyed when received.
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I run on this treadmill for 45mins, 3 days a week. It's been 9months and it holds up really well.
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I have a year old Sole E85 treadmill and my Sole E35 elliptical is about 3 months old. I assembled the machines myself and I haven't had to deal with their customer service yet (knock on wood). Prior to buying both machines I've read reviews there were good and bad reviews of Sole, but the majority were positive.
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Your are very welcome Helen. I had to replace mine about 5 yrs ago, found 1 on Ebay and 3 on Craig's list so I am supplied for a while, I use mine so much I wear them out. Another very good machine is Zojirushi, it is very expensive for made to last a long time, my only objection is it has 2 kneading paddles which means 2 holes in bottom of loaf, once you get used to that it's ok but I like single paddle. I have a Zo that my husband bought for me on sale so I won't be out of machines for a few years. Think I'm down to 2 machines now. Good luck.
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the speed can go up to 4 times and you have the option to forward minutes hours and days, its good machine for the price and the warranty from Amazon you will be in good hand. good luck
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It's my favorite machine (bike, stepper, treadmill). Works legs and upper body, cardio & pulmonary. I watch movies and row for an hour pretty regularly. 1000-2000 strokes. The adjustable tension/hydraulic cylinder is great. I increase resistance as a limber up. I'm 63, had open heart surgery in October, like to cycle c. 30 miles and am in decent shape. But this is great!
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My previous one (same model), lasted more than 10 years, and I did NOT take particularly good care of it. Here's an excerpt from my review:"2003 - early 2014: This Marathon 8AM-U1R lasted over 10 years and was still working when I replaced it (with the same model) in February 2014, mostly just for peace of mind!"
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back in the day we always purchased black & decker (under the cabinet) coffee makers. loved them! this was our first mr. coffee model for the countertop. we've been really pleased. we make 3-pots per day on average and clean the machine once a month. even so...we still only get roughly a year from our m.c. models. my mother gets less than a year using a braun coffee maker (3x the $$ of our m.c.) seems a waste of money? best of luck! cheers, ~ tom
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Mine was delivered on March 6 (is now March 22) and I must say I love it. I use it every day. Since I work from home (except 2 days a week), I walk about 7-10 miles a day on it. To date I have walked 90 miles. I don't see myself stopping since I do graphic design and work about 80-90 hours a week, I don't have time for a gym. This is my saving grace!
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I bought the livestrong ls 13.0E-2 in January. I have absolutely loved it! I had no problems with shipping. I was able to set up the elliptical by myself with out any problem. I have been using it basically non stop. The balance is great. You don't rock at all while using it. I have been running a bunch on it and i sweat, max out my heart rate, and push myself hard yet i don't get as sore as i do when i run the same distance outside. The programs that come with the machine are also great. Good luck deciding. it's a tough decision and i had to make it as well. I honestly don't think you can go wrong with either machine! I bought the livestrong ls 13.0E-2 in January. I have absolutely loved it! I had no problems with shipping. I was able to set up the elliptical by myself with out any problem. I have been using it basically non stop. The balance is great. You don't rock at all while using it. I have been running a bunch on it and i sweat, max out my heart rate, and push myself hard yet i don't get as sore as i do when i run the same distance outside. The programs that come with the machine are also great. Good luck deciding. it's a tough decision and i had to make it as well. I honestly don't think you can... » Read More I bought the livestrong ls 13.0E-2 in January. I have absolutely loved it! I had no problems with shipping. I was able to set up the elliptical by myself with out any problem. I have been using it basically non stop. The balance is great. You don't rock at all while using it. I have been running a bunch on it and i sweat, max out my heart rate, and push myself hard yet i don't get as sore as i do when i run the same distance outside. The programs that come with the machine are also great. Good luck deciding. it's a tough decision and i had to make it as well. I honestly don't think you can go wrong with either machine! « Show Less
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I can't say whether this treadmill will last 3 or 4 years, because I have only had it for a year. However, what I can tell you is that it's held up wonderfully so far and it's been through a lot. I run about 30 miles per week just about every week and my boyfriend adds another 10-15 miles each week. PLUS we moved, so we have taken it apart and put it back together 3 times! The treadmill did start squeaking a couple months ago, but once we tightened some screws it was back to normal. For a low cost somewhat basic treadmill (I say somewhat because it does have some extras; iFit option, speakers to connect ipod/mp3 player), I would definitely suggest purchasing this one. I can't say whether this treadmill will last 3 or 4 years, because I have only had it for a year. However, what I can tell you is that it's held up wonderfully so far and it's been through a lot. I run about 30 miles per week just about every week and my boyfriend adds another 10-15 miles each week. PLUS we moved, so we have taken it apart and put it back together 3 times! The treadmill did start squeaking a couple months ago, but once we tightened some screws it was back to normal. For a low cost somewhat basic treadmill (I say somewhat because it does have some extras; iFit option,... » Read More I can't say whether this treadmill will last 3 or 4 years, because I have only had it for a year. However, what I can tell you is that it's held up wonderfully so far and it's been through a lot. I run about 30 miles per week just about every week and my boyfriend adds another 10-15 miles each week. PLUS we moved, so we have taken it apart and put it back together 3 times! The treadmill did start squeaking a couple months ago, but once we tightened some screws it was back to normal. For a low cost somewhat basic treadmill (I say somewhat because it does have some extras; iFit option, speakers to connect ipod/mp3 player), I would definitely suggest purchasing this one. « Show Less
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How young? It is a full sized machine so I would recommend it for 18 years and over! Always check with your physician before doing any exercise!
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i doubt anything about this machine is correct. It started making a knocking noise about a month in and i didn't have the cycles to get after it. That was about a year ago of course..Going hard for 15 minutes shows 1 mile and about 87 calories for what thats worth. Sure seems like more than a mile. Im guessing some internal sensor broke off and that may be part of it. It quit making that awful knocking sound which is part of why i never got after fixing it, but like i said, i doubt anything is accurate. Amazon put a hold on actually selling these things for a while. Too bad because it seemed like a good unit (in theory).. i doubt anything about this machine is correct. It started making a knocking noise about a month in and i didn't have the cycles to get after it. That was about a year ago of course..Going hard for 15 minutes shows 1 mile and about 87 calories for what thats worth. Sure seems like more than a mile. Im guessing some internal sensor broke off and that may be part of it. It quit making that awful knocking sound which is part of why i never got after fixing it, but like i said, i doubt anything is accurate. Amazon put a hold on actually selling these things for a while. Too bad because it... » Read More i doubt anything about this machine is correct. It started making a knocking noise about a month in and i didn't have the cycles to get after it. That was about a year ago of course..Going hard for 15 minutes shows 1 mile and about 87 calories for what thats worth. Sure seems like more than a mile. Im guessing some internal sensor broke off and that may be part of it. It quit making that awful knocking sound which is part of why i never got after fixing it, but like i said, i doubt anything is accurate. Amazon put a hold on actually selling these things for a while. Too bad because it seemed like a good unit (in theory).. « Show Less
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Wish someone would answer you. I am interested as well. Maybe not that fast though. I weigh about 100lbs and am hoping due to my size (being a shrimp) that I can get away with a machine that isn't monster-sized. This one seems ideal. I run about 6-7mph...Please let me know if you've found anything out!Thanks,Julie
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Hey Alexis. To be perfectly honest it works just alright. I thought it was going to be of better make but it's really not. I'm expecting the machine to last not even a year even though I bought it relatively recent. It I light weight which I am happy about and thrilled that it is rechargeable cause batteries are costly but it's not sturdy. Who knows, maybe it will surprise me and last a long time.
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I'm still really happy with it. My only disappointment with my first one was that it only lasted about 15 months. I've had this one since mid-December 2013 and (knock on wood) it's going strong. I used it for a total of about 90 minutes this weekend.
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I replaced 2 15 year old models in my restaurant with one new one - they have run everyday for 15 yrs! Sold them and paid for a new model - never had a problem - runs like a champ. Don't know anything about the other model in question.
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Hi, N. Brown! I actually ordered mine from JC Penney, since I got a good price on it by way of an advertising error on their part... Either way, I only got it last night, and didn't find it too difficult to assemble just going by the sheet instructions. It IS quite heavy weight in construction, which I definitely count as a plus. The one thing that I can see that, so far, hasn't been mentioned in the reviews is, if you're on the heavier side (I'm 210 lbs at 5'5" tall, and wide through the hips) it doesn't SEEM particularly roomy when you're on the machine. I DID have a great time exercising on it last night after assembling it, though! If you love elliptical machines, as I do (they were my only motivation for going to the gym, and every time I went, I had to wait at least 20 minutes to get on one, so I cancelled my membership... Now I've got my own, dagnabbit! ;) ), you should really like this machine. I don't know if they're as squeaky over time as the other reviews state, but I'd assume that they are. Also, I live in a single bedroom apartment, and don't have a lot of room left over to leave this standing up. The main problem? I'd planned on sliding it under my futon when I'm not using it, but everything but the handles will fit - the handles just sit too high up to fit underneath it. It IS a heavy piece, as I said before, so a bit unwieldy, but the wheels on both the bottom of the rear frame, and the foot pedal pieces, help for maneuvering it. If you're not big on exercise, as I am not unless it's fun for me, but love cross trainer and elliptical machines, then I'd suggest you get this, if it's not more than you want to spend. It does take a little initial exercise to figure out your rhythm, but once you get going, it's GREAT! I woke up this morning eager to get back on it and go, and I haven't felt that way about exercise in YEARS, if ever!