To anyone who has used theirs for a while: Do you still like it and would you recommend it? Do you get a workout with your arms too?
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I would not buy it again due to all the issues i have had with the machine. I do still use it but it is very noisy with the clicking noise etc. The arm workout is pretty good - it's not the workout that is the problem it is the quality. My advice, get the extended warranty with this machine if you purchase it.
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Yes. I still like it. I would recommend it. I have it in my family room with the TV. It looks and is solid. It doesn't look or feel cheap. It does workout your arms too.
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Harriett, it's well worth the money. I've had it about 10 months now. I was slow to begin using it...I'll never know why. LOL, just lazy I guess. It folds up easily and folds out the same way. Instructions for exercises are easy to understand and, depending on your strength, easy to do. My upper body strength is pretty good, but my legs are still happy with the lowest resistances. I think this Chair Gym is underrated; it does everything I ask of it.
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I've owned mine for a few months now and use it doing total body workout. My wrists are small and it moves a bit but otherwise no problem.
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Hello, yes it can be used for arm exercises. I bought the pedal exerciser for my 86 year old mother for her exercises & she loves it. Now we all use it for legs & arms. I was concerned that it would move around while using but it doesn't.
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I never really checked mine is still working fine though. I still use it about 2x a week to help my muscles out. I didn't keep the book either. But from another review I had seen they will replace something if not working when you get it.
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D. Rein, I am debating purchasing one of these. I've really gotten into workout dvds and I'm tracking my calories without much success on my scale. I am hoping one of these can help me adjust my workout/eating to reach my goals. Which do you think would be better for me? I work a desk job so most of my day is sedentary. I'm also continuously tired and am excited to have something that tracks my sleep. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
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I've had no issues with mine, the armband does what it advertises. I'd recommend it if you want it for working out or running. The side buttons all work when depressed too.
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I get a good workout on it. I am very out if shape after having a baby but I only use it with one or 2 (at most) of the resistance bands. If I put all 4 on I cant do my workout bc I can't do more than 5 reps... I would recommend this machine. For $150 bucks, I think it's a great workout. Really sculpts and tones and builds strength. My husband uses it too and he is very fit and strong and he seems to get a decent workout on it. I would buy it again.
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I Love this machine. Does it work? It depends if you use it consistently. I feel great when I use it. I typically do squats, ab twists and air boxing to get a total body workout. Last week I actually was on with my weights. I do not regret getting this machine but give it your best and I believe it will be good to your body :)
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I had rotator cuff surgery in Jan. '13. When I was able to start rehabbing, my assistant recommended I start out slowly with the Bodyblade. She said it would work the smaller muscles and tendons I had re-attached. It was a bit uncoordinated at first. I still use it today as my main workout. It's a miracle exerciser and today I can almost do everything I could do before my accident. I'd highly recommend it to any age.
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I barely bike and use the arm work out at the same time. You can do the elliptical and use the arm . When i bike i just hold the handle. Good luck and have fun
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yes! I bought mine for exercises. i do a sitting exercise that uses my arms for movement, but you could do what you describe as well.
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A little bit yes, curls go better than i thought, i feel its a bit more difficult to do benchpress.... Overall its the best compromise between weight, cost and ergonomics...
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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!
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It would definitely be useful working out with dumbells. I use mine for just about every activity I do which includes working out with dumbells. Can't beat the price.
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On days that my back has been particularly achy, I have turned the entire chair around and used the back as an armrest. I don't know if this is a recommended use or not. At the time I received mine, no recommended exercises were included. I received mine as a gift about 10 years ago and it is still in use and shows no sign of "wearing out" I LOVE IT. If it ever pops or falls apart, I'll order another!
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Reina,I am lazy as well not with out doing some exercising. It does make me sweat, the problem I have with it is that the arms are really long and it runs big. I have to fold the cuffs on the arms over about three times. I don't think they are made for women(normal).