How does this machine compare to the Magne Mini Trainer which costs $50 more?
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I am happy with the Isokenetics and use it at least 5 times a week. Of course I don't know anything about the other one since I don't own it but I've had the Isokenetics for close to a year and hand peddle 8 miles a day
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I found this machine to be to strenuous on my shoulders.....otherwise on a scale of 1 to 10 I give it a 4.... I think your money can be better spent on other equipt. Hope that helps
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Hi Kelly, I have the TRX and the Jungle Gym and they are both great pieces of equipment. I find the Jungle Gym much better as do my clients. It differs in that it allows you to anchor it from the center and seperately allowing better workouts and versatility. It is very well made. I mount it from a pull up bar instead of using the anchors and have no trouble doing exercises and I weigh 230. Love it, and highly recommend it.
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I'm no expert on the subject, but I have seen lesser quality machines in smaller gyms. The machine is heavy duty and can certainly send up to heavy use.
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The Freestyle is cordless and rechargeable and is smaller than the PISA and similar pumps. It even has a attachment so you can 'wear' the pump while you walk around. If you add a hands-free pumping bra you can be truly mobile. I wasn't happy with the suction level of the freestyle, I think the PISA has better suction (though I haven't tried it so I can't say for sure, I just know lots of people like it). The freestyle is also very noisy and vibrates like crazy so you can't really have it up against your skin.
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This is a great trainer. I was surprised at the quality. That said, the resistance levels are practically the same. The resistance lever works by moving magnets within the device on the back. I put it on a medium number permanently. I then shift gears on my bike for different resistance, which works fine. I paid $49, which was a bargain.
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I asked the Step360 people on Facebook once and here's what they said: "The Step360 Pro, is the professional grade version. The main difference in the two products is that the Pro version is a larger diameter. The larger diameter does allow you do do some more exercises that the smaller (gray and black top) version would not allow. The PRO (all black top) is the one that we would recommend, especially if you will be using the product in a professional setting. Trainers like having the larger diameter which allows them to do more exercises with their clients. However if you are using it in your home, you can use either one. If you are basically following the exercises on the DVD (which are some great workouts) then the regular one will work, but if you plan on adding more creative movments and more dynamic movements to your workouts then you might like the Pro version better for your home too." I also think the Pro version may have a higher weight limit (it's 500 lbs)
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They are basically the same. Little Machine shop has a chart that compares brands, http://littlemachineshop.com/info/minimill_compare.php
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A good write-up of the differences here:http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/08/kinetic-updated-trainers.html
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It is well made, but it would depend on how often you use it and how hard you excercise on it. The foot pedals are made of hard plastic, so inevitably, will break if continuously torqued side to side. I would suggest that a commercial/gym grade machine might be better for you.
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Hi Rebecca! I purchased the Schwinn Elliptical 431 and I am just 4'11" tall and found that this trainer is perfect for me. I cannot use most of the elliptical trainers at my club because of their long stride. This is a perfect fit for me. I grab the center part of the handlebars rather than the ends (though I am able to do both) and have found it to be quite comfortable. The stride is perfect for the petite person! This trainer would not be the best for a really tall person. My husband is 5'11" and finds the stride and handle bars to be terrific. Lee
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There is an Exerpuetic 990, which is also a treadmill. I'm trying to figure out the difference between the 990 and the 2000 myself. The pictures of both models look the same and the prices of both are anywhere from the same to $150 more for the 2000, so I'm not sure if there is a legit difference or not.
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not sure about the $50 one. THis one is not picking up short hair. And it takes longer to work on legs due to low speed.
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I don't think it adds as much as something like an elliptical machine, and it's not a very intense workout, even at 30 minutes. On the other hand, it does add a little something. If you're looking for a relatively low cost, it's an okay option, but if you're looking for a really hard workout, it's not likely to be enough.
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This has worked very well for me in my efforts to shed the 85lbs I've gained post pregnancy. The equipment itself is very bulky and sturdy; personally I like that it isn't wobbly, flimsy and cheaply manufactured. It has all of the features that I need and like. My husband who is 6' 4'' tall and 280lbs uses it regularly and it's still going strong! By incorporating this in my routine as the cardio segment of my workout for 60 mins 4 times a week I was able to get to a healthier weight by shedding 60lbs!! The Sole Elliptical Machine is worth the money based on my experience from using it almost every day of the week since purchasing it. This has worked very well for me in my efforts to shed the 85lbs I've gained post pregnancy. The equipment itself is very bulky and sturdy; personally I like that it isn't wobbly, flimsy and cheaply manufactured. It has all of the features that I need and like. My husband who is 6' 4'' tall and 280lbs uses it regularly and it's still going strong! By incorporating this in my routine as the cardio segment of my workout for 60 mins 4 times a week I was able to get to a healthier weight by shedding 60lbs!! The Sole Elliptical Machine is worth the money based on my experience from using it... » Read More This has worked very well for me in my efforts to shed the 85lbs I've gained post pregnancy. The equipment itself is very bulky and sturdy; personally I like that it isn't wobbly, flimsy and cheaply manufactured. It has all of the features that I need and like. My husband who is 6' 4'' tall and 280lbs uses it regularly and it's still going strong! By incorporating this in my routine as the cardio segment of my workout for 60 mins 4 times a week I was able to get to a healthier weight by shedding 60lbs!! The Sole Elliptical Machine is worth the money based on my experience from using it almost every day of the week since purchasing it. « Show Less
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I have the 2012 model. This is a great treadmill but tricky for interval training since the transition between speeds is not instantaneous. I use it for interval training and heart rate training but have to anticipate the end of one interval and change the speed beforehand so it will be up there by the time the interval ends. It can be done with this treadmill. I think it's the best treadmill I found at this price range. The one's that do what I wanted and changed quickly were so much more expensive I just decided I could work with this one. I have not regretted it. It has great features and I can make the interval training work for me. Not sure about the 2013 model but the 2012 is great for me once I got used to how to make intervals work effectively
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Your arms and legs 'motorize' the Magne Trainer. Really enjoy mine! I saw and felt results the first week.....Good luck.