I am concern about the weight of this exercise machine, is it safe to permanently keep it on the second floor of the house? Thank you.
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I bought this machine about 2 months ago. I've had it upstairs the entire time with zero problems. The weight of this machine is not overbearing so you should have no problems building it upstairs. I didn't put a mat underneath mine but I would advise it.
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your weight and weight of the machine should not be an issue of using it on the second floor of the house,unless you have some structural issues with the flooring there.As one other response recommended, I would put some heavy padding under the machine in the event you should drop the weights so as to dampen the noise and impact on the floor. I've been using this machine off and on for almost 4 yrs with no problems on the first floor of my house.
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Unless you live in a tree house, I see no reason why you can't. The whole thing is a few hundred pounds at best- no problems!
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no problem on a second floor of a residence..I would put some kind of rubber mat under it to help absorb any vibrations it may cause if the weight stack is dropped. As long as the equipment is used properly it won't cause damage..as far as it crashing through your ceiling and landing in the family room...I don't see it happening.
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Yes it's a sturdy machine it is built as you can see from pic, what I would callow to the floor the elliptical motion is not overly long I am not a young person and I feel very comfortable on it it also does nut take up much room check the measurements and imagine it on your floor. I use it while watching tv. Good product for me
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I love mine. I've had it since feb of last year, it was wobbly at first but my husband used his own tools to re-tighten. And no more wobble. It has so many different settings and workout types. I'm never bored with it. It's very heavy/sturdy. I would recommend it.
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It is not as stable as a commercial unit but moves relatively evenly. I've been using mine for over two years and as I've gotten stronger it has remained the same.
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I think so given the exercise machine you are using. It would save on the wear and tear of your carpeted floors.
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My V2Max stood on a thick Berber carpet with under carpeting. I had to carpet my whole private studio as I had converted the basement of my house. Some pretty big people jumped on that STOTT PILATES Cardio Tramp and it never budged the V2Max. So you should have no problem.
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It's rated for 500lbs so I don't see a problem for you but I do have some issues with the table. The foot pedal sticks out so far you have to be careful. I put a red bucks over pedal when not using it. Also table doesn't stay pumped over night even if there's no weight on it but probably be ok while your working on something. Maybe there's some adjustment that can be made. It's cold weather here and I haven't looked into it.
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Wendy, I haven't had a problem with it. It can hold quite a bit of weight spread out over the surface. I haven't dropped it to the floor, but I have banged it around the countertop without any damage. I'd say, go for it.
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Hello: If you're in reasonable health I see no problem with the issue of weight. The unit will be sitting on the surface when in use. The only time weight is a consideration is when the machine is lifted for storage. About the same weight as a large vacuum cleaner. BTW: Unit still in use and has not experienced any failures. The wife loves it. She uses it to clean the back porch. Need to be careful with the real heavy spring snow to keep the motor from getting overloaded and slowing down. A little at a time is a good rule to remember. Sure beats the shovel.
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I use the machine and I'm 6'5, 250 lbs. When doing some exercises I need to lift my feet in the air because There is no where on the glideboard to put them when I'm laying down. But that makes it a better workout because I'm using my abdominals. As far as weight is concerned, I do some explosive excercises on the machine and it doesn't move or slide on the floor and the machine is pretty sturdy. I use the weight bar to add extra weight making the machine carry the maximum load of 350 lbs. The machine is solid. I definitley recommend it. I use it in combination with free weights. I love it. I use the machine and I'm 6'5, 250 lbs. When doing some exercises I need to lift my feet in the air because There is no where on the glideboard to put them when I'm laying down. But that makes it a better workout because I'm using my abdominals. As far as weight is concerned, I do some explosive excercises on the machine and it doesn't move or slide on the floor and the machine is pretty sturdy. I use the weight bar to add extra weight making the machine carry the maximum load of 350 lbs. The machine is solid. I definitley recommend it. I use it in combination with free weights.... » Read More I use the machine and I'm 6'5, 250 lbs. When doing some exercises I need to lift my feet in the air because There is no where on the glideboard to put them when I'm laying down. But that makes it a better workout because I'm using my abdominals. As far as weight is concerned, I do some explosive excercises on the machine and it doesn't move or slide on the floor and the machine is pretty sturdy. I use the weight bar to add extra weight making the machine carry the maximum load of 350 lbs. The machine is solid. I definitley recommend it. I use it in combination with free weights. I love it. « Show Less
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For me, i have to take it to the second floor everyday, so its a little heavy for me but not too much. I hope this will help you. For overall this bike is very good. I like it.
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Hi Gary, I had a spare piece of 2x4 (about 22 inches long) so decided to test this. Initially, I heard some squeaking, but I adjusted the placement of the 2x4 more towards the front of the machine and that stopped. I noticed a very slight wobble side to side but it seems stable enough. I do just walk at the moment, so I'm not sure if the wobble would become more pronounced if you jog / run/ Even with just a 2x4, the incline is noticeable when compared to yesterday's 'workout. I'm loving the incline - thanks for the idea!
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Currently have 210 pounds on the machine. Personally, I wouldn't add more than a total of 300 pounds. After that, I would start to worry about the machines stability.
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My wife uses hers on a cement basement floor for P90X workouts and I haven't heard any complaints. If 10 pound weights sit on it overnight, they'll leave an indentation that is semi-permanent, so that speaks to their thickness and cushion. We ended up with two set to get to the size she wanted for the movement exercises...
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Yes, you will think the machine will break but it did a 17x20 room for me and I used it for a vinyl floor later no problem. I have it still and I think it would work still. I'm 240 pounds and it took my weight to push down the lever and the laminate made a huge cracking sound but the cuts were clean and square every time! It was nice not having the saw dust filling the room. Very clean project.
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This exercise machine was one of the best purchases I've ever made. I use it every day since we're elderly and pretty closed in by ice and snow. Also, neither of us has the best balance any more and this machine helps to keep our muscles strong enough to maintain that ever-so-important balance. We keep in mind that falls are the number one cause of people going to nursing homes and we try to avoid that at all cost. I've used a similar exercise machine at the rehab center here in town but I priced it and found it to be about $2,000 more than this one. I really doubt that it's any better. I turn on music on YouTube and then do my exercise and it works just fine. I love it. This exercise machine was one of the best purchases I've ever made. I use it every day since we're elderly and pretty closed in by ice and snow. Also, neither of us has the best balance any more and this machine helps to keep our muscles strong enough to maintain that ever-so-important balance. We keep in mind that falls are the number one cause of people going to nursing homes and we try to avoid that at all cost. I've used a similar exercise machine at the rehab center here in town but I priced it and found it to be about $2,000 more than this one. I really doubt that it's any better. I... » Read More This exercise machine was one of the best purchases I've ever made. I use it every day since we're elderly and pretty closed in by ice and snow. Also, neither of us has the best balance any more and this machine helps to keep our muscles strong enough to maintain that ever-so-important balance. We keep in mind that falls are the number one cause of people going to nursing homes and we try to avoid that at all cost. I've used a similar exercise machine at the rehab center here in town but I priced it and found it to be about $2,000 more than this one. I really doubt that it's any better. I turn on music on YouTube and then do my exercise and it works just fine. I love it. « Show Less
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I loaned mine to my elderly neighbor and she could not lift it. I really like it for myself because you canset the resistance. I believe you would have difficulty with any unit that is too light to hold its place on the flooring. I believe your mother would NOT be able to move the unit