Stamina Silent Magnetic Resistance Cross Trainer Elliptical

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Average Customer Rating:	3.5
Brand:	Stamina
Model:	55-1771
Weight:	101 pounds
Dimensions:	27 inches x 50 inches x 63 inches [Width x Length x Height]

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Elliptical Trainers; Men; Women; Eliptical & Bikes; Elliptical & Bikes

Product description

Stamina Silent Magnetic Resistance Cross Trainer Elliptical... save your knees and some green! The Elliptical machine is tops among low-impact workout enthusiasts, and the people at Stamina went all-out on this one. You're biking, skiing climbing and walking in one movement, and in the process you're toning your legs and strengthening your heart and lungs. And you don't have to lay out gym fees every month! This Elliptical is as quiet as a workout machine gets with magnetic resistance, and the eight levels of resistance coupled with six pace-based workouts allow you to vary your activity to keep it fresh! Gliding along: Hand heart rate sensors keep you within your target heart rate to maximize your workout; Multi-function display shows workout time, speed, distance, calories burned and heart rate; Foam padded dual action handlebars for an upper body workout; Compact 55" L x 20" W x 60" H dimensions allow the machine to fit in most homes; Rollers make it portable too! Start working toward a better you. Get this great deal now! Stamina Silent Magnetic Resistance Cross Trainer Elliptical

Featuring a battery-operated monitor displaying speed, distance, workout time, calories burned, and heart rate, this cross-training machine employs a heavy-weighted flywheel-resistance and belt-drive train so it operates silently and smoothly. The elliptical motion blends stair climbing, cycling, skiing, and walking in a single movement for a non-impact aerobic workout that also firms and tones buttocks, hamstrings, quadriceps, thighs, and calves. In forward motion, quadriceps, buttocks, lower abdomen, hips, and thighs are targeted. In reverse motion, hamstrings, lower buttocks, hips, thighs, and calves are targeted. Foam-padded for comfort, dual-action handlebars add an upper-body workout to tone and firm arms, chest, shoulders, and back.

Eight levels of resistance are available and can be varied without interrupting a workout by turning a knob. The cross-trainer's frame is heavy-duty steel. Floor protectors safeguard a workout area and prevent skidding. Assembled (instructions included), the cross trainer measures 56 inches long x 26 inches wide x 60-1/2 inches high and weighs 99 pounds. Built-in rollers permit the machine to be easily moved around.

About Elliptical Trainers
Elliptical trainers represent the next wave of advancement in low-impact cardiovascular exercise machines and continue to grow in popularity. By simulating motions experienced through walking, stepping, cycling, and skiing, elliptical machines allow for a smooth and fluid motion while building strength in the arms and legs. Similar to the exercise position for treadmills, elliptical trainers are used by standing in an upright position while holding the handrails of the machine. With elliptical trainers, however, your feet remain in the foot pedals throughout the exercise regimen and circulate in a smooth and seamless motion, resulting in little to no impact on the knees, back, and hips.

Elliptical trainers are compatible for all ages and fitness levels and allow you to select the difficulty level through the incline and intensity settings. Additionally, elliptical trainers allow you to determine the complexity of your workout based on your needs, all while listening to music, watching television, or reading a magazine while exercising in the comfort and safety of your own home.

Although different types of elliptical trainers offer an assortment of features, many of them include an array of challenging programs, forward and reverse directional movement, EKG grip pulse handles, a lightweight portable design with easy fold-up capability, and a monitor displaying calories burned, distance, speed, time, and heart rate. Other types of exercise machines, namely treadmills and bikes, offer excellent cardiovascular exercise and muscular training for the legs in a forward-motion exercise. Elliptical trainers take this to the next level by offering an upper and lower body workout with dual motion, challenging and diverse programs, and a low-impact exercise machine that won't strain sensitive joints.

Features

Cross-training elliptical trainer firms and tones your buttocks, hamstrings, quadriceps, thighs and calves

Designed for home use and with quiet, smooth magnetic resistance; 14-inch stride length

Eight levels of resistance

Multi-function display shows workout time, speed, distance, calories burned, and heart rate

Dimensions: 20 inches wide by 55 inches long

Customer reviews

« Very nicely engineered - a great buy »

The Stamina 55-1771 is very nicely engineered and built, with sturdy construction, quiet running, good read-out features (including pulse rate) and the right movement action. I had to apply a few quirts of WD-40 to some of the pivot points to quiet an initial sqeek, but then you wouldn't want it shipped with lots of oil on it. It is a bit more complex to assemble than your usual out-of-the-box, pop-together job, but certainly well worth it considering what you get for the price. At 100 lbs, I won't be lugging it around the house, and it does not collapse, but it certainly is exactly what I wanted for a nice workout.

Rating: (5 out of 5) @ 2008-11-12

« Good Purchase, for the Money »

I researched ellipticals for a couple of weeks before making this purchase. I didn't want to spend a lot of money, but I was weary of buying a sub par product. For the price, this machine is well worth it. I assembled it myself in about an hour. I hear from many people here that it has a short stride, but being a woman and 5'11.. I've had no problems and the stride feels fine. After a month of daily use there are a few sqeaks and rattles that have developed but they are normal and have developed in every elliptical that I, or anyone else I know, has owned. So far I am very satisfied. It's a sturdy machine and should only need monthy tightening of the bolts (very quick process) to insure that nothing gets loose over time. It's not a fancy machine, but it delivers a great work out, and won't cost you thousands of dollars.

Rating: (4 out of 5) @ 2008-10-22

« Poorly Made - Pass this one up »

The computer quit working in three months. The axel is not solid. It is welded, two piece axel. The right side axel has broken twice at the weld. I am putting it in the trash and looking for a good one.

Rating: (1 out of 5) @ 2008-09-11

« Not So Great.. »

I've had this machine for about a year or so. It lasts pretty long, but there are flaws to it. I assembled this by myself, but it's probably better if you have two ppl.

It's pretty good considering:
1. you can adjust the bottom parts so it won't wobble about on the ground.
2. the feet pads are pretty big for anyone.
3. you can assemble it by yourself (even though two ppl would be a lot better).

However, it's not great considering:
1. it makes a lotta noise. Sounds like someone's using a blender.
2. the screws aren't that strong; after using it 5x or so the handle starts to turn along w/your body when your shifting back and forth (though you can still tighten the screws back up, but still.. it's a hassle).

Rating: (3 out of 5) @ 2008-08-22

« Not bad, but not the best »

I have had this product for 2 months now. And this is my take on it as of now...
1. The description says "six pace-based workouts". Despite reading reviews that said this is not true, I got it to test the truth myself:-) Well, there are NO "pace-based workouts". Did not want the trouble of dismantling and returning, so I am using it. But beware when buying - you will not get any inbuilt programs.
2. Assembly was fairly simple, but a team of two is advised to assemble. And tighten the bolts!
3. There is a bit of a squishy noise from the paddle arrangement. Maybe greasing would help, but have not tried for fear of spoiling the carpet.
4. A little unstable - wobbles at times. I remember reading some mention of gym mats, but have not tried it.
5. Stride is short, so tall people - think twice.

Looks like I am griping, but actually it is an OK piece for the price.

As for the durability, I will come back in 6-8 months and tell you how it goes.