Is there any hard (solid) padding? It would be helpful on elbows...
769898
Hello... yes. You will find some hard parts in the back, chest, belly, arms (2 pieces each arm). Not on elbows
225367
I honestly think it can because before I bought it I hesitated whether it is made of hard or soft material. When I got it I was really happy. It does the work effectively. If you do bicep curl, you should fasten it little up close to lower part of palm, that might solve your problem. However, I bought it for some bench and shoulder press
810680
The mesh that fits over the elbow does have a little foam underneath which makes it comfortable. On the inside of the elbow, there is a sleeve created for your elbow to fit in. This makes it very stable.
202436
The arm rests are a firm feel much like some car dashboards are a firm rubber material. They would be OK for resting elbows. and or your arms on them as you type I think. They are not soft like gel filled rest guards, and are not so solid they hurt. Other material they may be something like: Some cars have arm rests that are about this firm. They are about as firm as a tennis ball if you press your thumb into them. A racquet ball is about the same firmness, where a handball is a little softer. A properly inflated 55 PSI bike tire has about the same firmness using the thumb press method. I hope this helps a little. The arm rests are a firm feel much like some car dashboards are a firm rubber material. They would be OK for resting elbows. and or your arms on them as you type I think. They are not soft like gel filled rest guards, and are not so solid they hurt. Other material they may be something like: Some cars have arm rests that are about this firm. They are about as firm as a tennis ball if you press your thumb into them. A racquet ball is about the same firmness, where a handball is a little softer. A properly inflated 55 PSI bike tire has about the same firmness using the thumb press... » Read More The arm rests are a firm feel much like some car dashboards are a firm rubber material. They would be OK for resting elbows. and or your arms on them as you type I think. They are not soft like gel filled rest guards, and are not so solid they hurt. Other material they may be something like: Some cars have arm rests that are about this firm. They are about as firm as a tennis ball if you press your thumb into them. A racquet ball is about the same firmness, where a handball is a little softer. A properly inflated 55 PSI bike tire has about the same firmness using the thumb press method. I hope this helps a little. « Show Less
2017456
They are not at all soft but you can put your elbows there. My chair is falling apart. I will be replacing it soon.
630911
I don't think so... but then again I don't do archery. It is a thin compression sleeve. It may be slick enough to help with abrasion, but I'm really just guessing.
1247898
I suffer from tennis elbow due to years of working out (mostly from weighted chin-ups). Although I use these to stabilize my wrists during heavy barbell exercises, I do not consider them therapeutic for my elbows. However, I discovered that regular foam rolling during warm-ups works great. I recommend gently rolling the pain points of the elbow joints before and after workouts. If you dont have one, just use a cylinder pad from a leg curl machine.
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@Mike Ramsey: I am blessed not to have elbow issues, so I have yet to attempt to use TK Bands for elbow support..Sorry. I'll try TK Bands in place for elbow support and leave a review.
763710
You are correct. There is no padding and the bar/ties really do start feeling uncomfortable. My other concern is that I purchased the Deluxe (larger) model for my husband and the elastic ties have frayed. The chair is useless until he purchases the elastic ties and re-strings it. As a side note......Scheels has these with a little padding for much less than I paid.
2282312
My experience is that pretty much any of these will be at least a bit uncomfortable simply because you aren't meant to rest so much weight on your shin and knee for extended periods of time. I would overall recommend this model, but would also recommend getting a padded cover for the pad, which will give you a bit more comfort.
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My husband works out everday but can no longer lift heavy weights due to his elbow pain. I was wondering if this product would hurt his elbow as much as the free weights do. I think he ahs tennis elbow is what they call it (he is also an avid golfer). He has toned arms but wants them to be bigger. Is this the right product, or is this simply for tonig? Thanks for any suggestions.
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The foam is not real thick, but if anyone had problems with it, I would suggest wearing some weight lifting gloves. I use no gloves, but put a little chalk on my hands when using it. In general my philosophy is that the less padding the better, which I also apply to shoes for walking, running, and strength training.
925311
No extra padding, just one layer. But it isn't a "grippy" surface - more like a suede. Hmm that is a great idea though....
1443383
It's not super padded, but not hard plastic either. If you find it too hard, it would be easy to get a cushioned seat cover. I did find myself sore from the seat for the first few days, but if you use it consistently, you won't notice it for long.
1466834
They are more a hard rubber as best I can describe. You can squeeze them with about 5psi of force. Good for elbows, but not really any different for forearms than a hard wood desktop.
1653947
I don't notice it with my shorts - honestly. But if I come in from the yard and my arms are wet with sweat, it isn't comfortable to my elbows and forearms. That's just me. I am hot by nature, and honestly haven't felt uncomfortable anywear else
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A lower arm guard is recommended, especially for new shooters. If your form was perfect (hold your bow arm extended, but NOT with the elbow "locked") you would not need it, but the string contacting your arm or wrist is very painful.