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Stamina Products - Stamina BodyTrac Glider Full Body Cardio Exercise Fitness Rower Rowing Machine - Grey/Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(214 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 214 reviews
5 Stars
137
4 Stars
61
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
3
1 Star
3
95%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Stamina Products - Stamina BodyTrac Glider Full Body Cardio Exercise Fitness Rower Rowing Machine - Grey/Black
Customer Rating
2
Questionlble quality
on September 24, 2019
Posted by: Kferg
from Texas
Gender:Male
Bought this a week ago to help me get back into shape after being hospitalized for several months. The motion is smooth, like that you can get full motion of your arms. I am 6' tall and this seems to have full motion, but would rather it was a few inches longer. I see complainsts about the foot straps, but you can relocate them to the lowerr slots which hold your heals down. HOWEVER: After one week of use, the piston has started losing pressure/resistance. First time was at 199 strokes. The next day at 180-some strokes. Seems to be a flaw in the piston. I only have it set at "6", so it should not be failing, especially since I only move at a moderate pace
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Posted by: StaminaReview
from Charleston, SC, United States
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've been using this machine for a couple weeks now and it's great! I like the rowing motion better than other machines I have used at the gym because it feels more like real rowing. I gave it four stars instead of five because the foot pedals are a little awkward and I wish the resistance could go higher. I am already using it on the 9th resistance level (goes up to 12) and I am really out of shape right now due to an injury. However for the price, you can't beat this machine. Also super easy assembly. I did it by myself in no time and I'm not very handy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Cuba2014
from Las Vegas, NV, United States
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have little time using this machine, but so far I am pleased with it, small footprint, easy to assemble, I am a tall person and contrary to what I thought before buying, the length of this machine is perfect to me.
I feel good when I am using this machine.
I feel good when I am using this machine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Jenessa
from Bettendorf, IA, United States
Verified Purchase:Yes
A couple issues when assembling but minor.. Broken handle due to shipping most likely.. But exceeded my expectations once assembled.. Bonus point, the machine makes almost no noise
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: DCKW
from Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have had this machine for a month and it has given me a nice full body workout. The machine is very easy to set up and put away. It fits nicely in smaller spaces. My biggest critique of the machine are the foot holders. During moderately intense activity my feet easily slip out of the holders. It can be a bit annoying when you are really feeling your stride. However, with a quick reset you are quickly back into your workout. I would definitely encourage Stamina to improve this part, but would say it shouldn't stop you from buying this machine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
Not bad, but not everything it's cracked up to be
on July 8, 2015
Posted by: P Nicholas Kinnas author
from Farmington, NM, United States
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
I'd like to give this product a 3 1/2 rating. The rowing motion is good, and can work as a stress reliever. The various resistance settings seem to work well. As for the read-out unit, which displays number of rows, minutes, calories--this seems hit and miss. In the beginning, it was completely off, but now seems to be working somewhat. I would recommend that it's simplified and refined: Just to row counts and minutes. Total count is meaningless, and I assume the calorie count is also.
As for total upper body workout, that’s questionable. I only feel it in my arms. I could lean back as I row and feel the effects more widely dispersed, so maybe there should be instructions on how to row. Regarding cardio workout, If you’re in shape, this is mild at best. I was told you have to row faster for a cardio workout, but to get any effect (if you’re in shape) the reps would have to be super-fast, which could lead to injury (strained muscles).
I got this machined for a cardio workout since I do light weights for upper body. So far, it’s not met my expectations. That said, if you’re out of shape, I think it would be good or cardio and some upper body. My spouse seems to get more benefit that I do. I will still use it, however, as I can continually increase the resistance to get some benefit. Too early to tell.
As for total upper body workout, that’s questionable. I only feel it in my arms. I could lean back as I row and feel the effects more widely dispersed, so maybe there should be instructions on how to row. Regarding cardio workout, If you’re in shape, this is mild at best. I was told you have to row faster for a cardio workout, but to get any effect (if you’re in shape) the reps would have to be super-fast, which could lead to injury (strained muscles).
I got this machined for a cardio workout since I do light weights for upper body. So far, it’s not met my expectations. That said, if you’re out of shape, I think it would be good or cardio and some upper body. My spouse seems to get more benefit that I do. I will still use it, however, as I can continually increase the resistance to get some benefit. Too early to tell.
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Posted by: LoneFunman
from Dallas, TX, United States
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this rowing machine to give myself an alternative aerobic exercise as I already own an elliptical and run as well. I was also hoping that the resistance would help build upper body and leg strength. The aerobic aspect is excellent. You can really get a good cardio workout and get a real sweat going.
One caveat, if you have back issues, which I do, you should try out a rowing machine at a gym before you buy. It has taken me many short workouts to build up to half-hour on this machine. At first it hurt my low back (where my issues reside) and could not use it regularly. Though now I have an easier time of it, sometimes I still find I cannot use the rower for longer than 10 minutes or so. If you have no back issues, I would give this product an unqualified recommendation.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
My first rower
on April 8, 2016
Posted by: Miya
from Dallas, TX, United States
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was the first piece of exercise equipment I've ever purchased and overall I'm content with it. The only thing I wish it had was a mechanism to make the workout more difficult on the lower body. The hydraulic cylinder works fine for making the workout more difficult for the upper body. I have used resistance bands to anchor the seat to the base of the monitor stand - as a result, when my seat moves back when I row, I now have some resistance. I prop up my phone on the monitor and watch shows while I row to make the hour go by. It's good cardio.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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