I'm an obese person of 260lbs. I wonder if I'll have difficulty pushing myself up from kneeling. Any one with similar heavy bulk use it?
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I was 225, 68 yrs old and using the smaller one which was old and weathered. could not have gardened or do padio work without it. I am unable to get down on my knees and up again without it. my brother-in-law has the same issues and is using it now. he's about 230
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I can only tell you that my boyfriend is elderly (79) and weighs 200 lbs. and he loves this kneeler. Normally he needs something to hold onto when he gets up but with this he can do it on his own.
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I weigh 212 and have bad knees but I am able to push up and use my legs. It is very sturdy. I wish I had this years ago. Good luck !
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You weigh only a little more than me. I am at 230 and have no difficulty. I guess the main thing would be where you carry your weight. If in the rump there might be a little difficulty with the width. Other than that I really think it would work for you.
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This is an excellent product that I'm really happy to have. It might support a heavier person. I'm a little over 200, I'll bet it will work. You might want to call the company or just try it.
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If you have good arm strength, you'll be fine. Still have to help yourself up with your legs a little. The device itself is plenty sturdy enough.
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It is really designed, so your feet only are on it raised, giving the squatting position.There is a video on youtube by manufacturer. Your weight wouldnt be an issue. Used correctly or even if somehow you choose to stand. But I would watch video, it works very easily as designed
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If your weight close or over 275 lb I think you should looking for other more expensive, heavyer products. I really don't know what will happen if the person who's weight reach or over that limit to use it.
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I tried mine on two different people and it just can't seem to stay put. I suggest you find one that has a knee insert. Like a hole where you can fit the ball of your knee in.
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Hmm. Good question. I weigh 178 so no problems and my friend who is 200 uses it all the time. My very rough guess is that if you weighed north of 230 I'd try one first.
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From my experience...never. every doesn't have the same experience though. My button did not grow or plump or enhance in any way, shape or form. I applied extra after a few weeks including squat exercises but it just didn't work 4 me.
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You can definitely get a good amount of resistance on the highest levels. However, I don't know that it would do as good of a job as free weights for bulking up. When the unit arrives it is flat enough to put under a bed, but not with the accessories attached. Accessories are easy enough to remove and put on, but overall it is cumbersome to fold up, as it is heavy. If you are a male, this may not be such a problem.
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It did not for me. I am 260 LBS and did not have any problems. It was well made
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My wife and I are about the same weights as you guys and we have no problems with weight distribution. She used to complain any time I would get in or out of bed but now nothing. If you decide to try it out here is a coupon for $50 off https://www.tuftandneedle.com/r/5acvsYJI
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You will be pushing it. The main thing I see is that there units sit low making it hard for even a 5' 10" person to lower themselves into. It will take very good knees for someone of your height to lower themself into and get back up out of.
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My husband weighs 270 and works it very hard. I am on it almost daily but not for 30 minutes. I do 15 then I have a varied routine.
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There is a short-two minutes, maybe?-'thigh dancing' segment where you are sitting on your heels and using your thighs to lift you into the moves; knees remain on the floor but it's the thighs that bear the brunt of the stress. Throughout both the thigh and some of the butt segments, you stand on tip toes with your heels touching and your toes separated into a three or so inch 'v' for many of the exercises. This position helps to target the thighs and will stress your knees if they are succeptible to that type of downward strain. However, I have problems with my left knee and if I'm careful, I can do all of the exercises with no problems. There is no direct knee to floor contact unless you need to do push-ups or tricep push-ups on your knees (even these are not direct knee to floor positions, they're 'off-set). I lift weights and do HIIT cardio on a regular basis, and have done MANY different workout programs, but no workout has 'fine-toned' and lifted my body like Physique 57 does. If your knees are such that you can do this workout if you're conscientous about your knee, I strongly recommend it; if your knees are injured or really succeptible to injury, try one of the workouts online for $5 and see if it works for you. (The online option at physique.com is awesome for traveling as well). Hope this helps!
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My husband and I are both a bit shorter and 100# lighter, but honestly, it is so firm, I would give it a try. Its pretty darned firm. The wedge is really solid foam and then the top of the foam wedge is a 1" layer of softer foam, which makes it more comfortable and can fit our bodies better. I like it so much and I would guess it will be just fine for you. At any rate, there's a good chance it will make you happy and if it doesn't, return it. Amazon is great for that. Its worth the gamble and I suspect you will be on the winning side. Good luck!
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I have, but it's kind of heavy for me. I'll usually lay in bed, position it on my lower back and press against the bed. It works much better when you have help.
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I did, I saw other reviews say they were able to use it without pulling their pants down. I need to pull mine down to mid thigh to get it to work without a mess. I am hoping with more practice I will be able to do it without but for now I do have to pull them down.
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I'm 6'2" 260lb. I have wide knees, and they can get a little shakey if I'm not all the way on(on the edge). I work in a Factory so they work great when I have to kneel on cement for a long time(around a half hour at a time). Hope this helped.
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I wouldn't think so, this little unit is pretty tuff. Im the same height as you and 40-45 lbs less and losing as we write. I really love this unit, and I think as long as you are not too hard on it, it will come through for you. My husband stepped on it and he is 6'5" 290, and it didn't even creak. I'm pretty lazy and this thing has gotten me up and exercising, Im eating better and I have even started my walks outside. I live in the Bay Area and walk along the shore looking at San Francisco. Im losing weight and feeling good. I added 3lb hand weights and use them while im on the stepper. I have a before and I will take an after when Im done. So, good luck, you cannot really go wrong with this. I wouldn't think so, this little unit is pretty tuff. Im the same height as you and 40-45 lbs less and losing as we write. I really love this unit, and I think as long as you are not too hard on it, it will come through for you. My husband stepped on it and he is 6'5" 290, and it didn't even creak. I'm pretty lazy and this thing has gotten me up and exercising, Im eating better and I have even started my walks outside. I live in the Bay Area and walk along the shore looking at San Francisco. Im losing weight and feeling good. I added 3lb hand weights and use them while im on the... » Read More I wouldn't think so, this little unit is pretty tuff. Im the same height as you and 40-45 lbs less and losing as we write. I really love this unit, and I think as long as you are not too hard on it, it will come through for you. My husband stepped on it and he is 6'5" 290, and it didn't even creak. I'm pretty lazy and this thing has gotten me up and exercising, Im eating better and I have even started my walks outside. I live in the Bay Area and walk along the shore looking at San Francisco. Im losing weight and feeling good. I added 3lb hand weights and use them while im on the stepper. I have a before and I will take an after when Im done. So, good luck, you cannot really go wrong with this. « Show Less