I see at least one review indicating a time limit of 15 minutes, has anyone used this stepper for long sessions (1 hour or more)? Does it hold up?
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I have always used it for 30 minute sessions with no problem whatsoever. A 15 minute time limit suggests physical endurance vs machine endurance. After 30 minutes I am in a full sweat. Note: I am 5'8", 133 lbs, in good shape, and keep the tension pretty high. I can't speak for machine performance with someone heavier using it regularly.
760157
It holds up great! It's pretty good quality (at least I thing so) for the price.
760158
You can go as long as your energy takes you, I don't think you'd have a problem with that. I've used it for 20 minutes but that's only because that's how long I want to be on it. I always use the highest setting with the pistons so it goes slow, I don't use it to lose weight I use it to tone up the hind area. But if you want to use it for the weight loss, use it on the lower settings because it will go faster.
760159
Yes, I have used it for more than a hour on multiple occasions. I normally use it for 35min daily. I've had this unit for over two years.
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I've had this stepper since 2007 & it's still going strong (I'm 170 lbs.). I don't use it daily, mainly when the weather's bad for walking & sometimes in the evening. I find it helpful for strengthening leg muscles-- more so than normal walking. The digital computer hasn't been registering steps very consistently lately, but that's not a feature I use that much-- I go by elapsed time typically.
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Never had that problem, so I don't know about your problem. Have had my mini stepper for over 2 yrs. use every other day and both the stepper and I are doing great.
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We have had this trainer for approx. two months now. My wife uses it seven days a week, and I try to use it at least five days a week. At this point we have had not one problem with the machine. As I had stated in my review of the trainer you have to read the instructions and use them in the order that they are printed, when you assemble it Also a light coating of good grease on all of the moving parts makes a big difference in the operation of the trainer, and I am sure it will make a difference in the length of time that the trainer will last also. To be sure this is not a trainer that you would find in a professional business, but for home use it is really great! We have had this trainer for approx. two months now. My wife uses it seven days a week, and I try to use it at least five days a week. At this point we have had not one problem with the machine. As I had stated in my review of the trainer you have to read the instructions and use them in the order that they are printed, when you assemble it Also a light coating of good grease on all of the moving parts makes a big difference in the operation of the trainer, and I am sure it will make a difference in the length of time that the trainer will last also. To be sure this is not a trainer... » Read More We have had this trainer for approx. two months now. My wife uses it seven days a week, and I try to use it at least five days a week. At this point we have had not one problem with the machine. As I had stated in my review of the trainer you have to read the instructions and use them in the order that they are printed, when you assemble it Also a light coating of good grease on all of the moving parts makes a big difference in the operation of the trainer, and I am sure it will make a difference in the length of time that the trainer will last also. To be sure this is not a trainer that you would find in a professional business, but for home use it is really great! « Show Less
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I used it for abdominal muscle cramps. There is no limitation for using it. You can use as long as you want. But if you put it on the highest it automatically shuts off after 15 minutes. I hope this helps you!
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We just used it at Christmas and we definitely used it longer then 30 minutes. Hope that helps.
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I used the Ab-Doer Pro for years. I don't know if it is still available. It worked like a charm and lasted until it was worn out from usage. We purchased the Ab-Doer Twist recently. I think Late December. It seems to have different work out programs, which we have not used because we have no DVD player in our exercise room. We will remedy that. The exercise that I have watched is a full body workout with emphasis on twisting and leg use. We have had major problems with our new purchase. I plan to update my review due to many problems with quality. The unit is not fully viable yet.
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Sounds like a problem with the tension cable. there is a black knob under the stepper, play around with it to see if it helps.
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Yes it is really very good. I am in my 60s and try to work out on it between 1 to 2 hours, and I am only on the second setting for resistance.
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I can't confirm exactly because I have not tried using it for that length of time in "one stretch". I've only used the time settings for up to 20 mins at a time, and I realize that it's way shorter than the "95" min time frame, but it does run continuously for the time that it's set for. Sorry that I can't confirm for a longer duration.
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It good for a good 30 min. my sons coach says not to use it for more than 20 min. at a time.
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I am 290 and I use it about 20 minute a day not very hard. It seems like a really sturdy machine. Its not as sturdy as the industrial machine at the gym nor does it glide as smoothly as the one at the gym. Been using it for only 2 weeks so far no problems. I have had problems with elliptical machines in the past, it was because I was using them on carpet with a few boards underneath it the machine rocked back and forth and I think that is why none of my previous machines lasted long. Put in on a level hard surface if you can and make sure you adjust it the best you can I am sure the machine will be fine for you. I am 290 and I use it about 20 minute a day not very hard. It seems like a really sturdy machine. Its not as sturdy as the industrial machine at the gym nor does it glide as smoothly as the one at the gym. Been using it for only 2 weeks so far no problems. I have had problems with elliptical machines in the past, it was because I was using them on carpet with a few boards underneath it the machine rocked back and forth and I think that is why none of my previous machines lasted long. Put in on a level hard surface if you can and make sure you adjust it the best you can I am sure the machine... » Read More I am 290 and I use it about 20 minute a day not very hard. It seems like a really sturdy machine. Its not as sturdy as the industrial machine at the gym nor does it glide as smoothly as the one at the gym. Been using it for only 2 weeks so far no problems. I have had problems with elliptical machines in the past, it was because I was using them on carpet with a few boards underneath it the machine rocked back and forth and I think that is why none of my previous machines lasted long. Put in on a level hard surface if you can and make sure you adjust it the best you can I am sure the machine will be fine for you. « Show Less
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I lived upstairs and did P90X with jumping and never had a problem, I used foam mats and "landed softly" as Tony says. But I also lived around college idiots who made noise 24/7 and blasted music all day and night so I don't think they would have complained about some jumping on and off for 40 minutes. Most of the time though you are not jumping much actually only on some exercises but you land softly and with control.
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Hi Stephanie, My dad is who has been use it more time but I used it a couple of days and it worked perfectly fine for me. I haven't heard complaints from my dad, which is good also!Hope this help!Regards,Carlos.
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Well I'm a beginner. Hadn't play with it in awhile. Just tried it and it spun for 57 seconds before it finally flipped and stopped suddenly. Spins really smooth I think but is a bit smaller than a standard Duncan Butterfly which is what I am more use to. Hope that helps.Dan
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I have just used it on a large stage and it was fine. Though I wish, the battery lasted longer (fully charged). Only lasted 1 1/2 hrs.
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This is a great machine , don't let the size full you. I work out on this stepper everyday for 30 minutes and my legs are strong and beautiful