17 Dec 2005 - Brigette of Missouri, USA writes:
I tried the Lateral Thigh Trainer for several months and I thought it was a pretty good workout but the machine constantly squeeked therefore, my husband had to keep oiling it weekly. Also, the computer would constantly stop during exercising and I was not able to keep an accurate track of time and steps. After several months of use, the chain broke during a workout ... thank God I was I was able to keep my balance because it could have been a very nasty accident.
4 Nov 2005 - Allen of California, USA writes:
I was living overseas, saw the informercial, and even though I'm not typically suckered in by them, I was too intrigued by the Lateral Thigh Trainer to resist. Getting it to me in South America was a nightmare, but finally it arrived. I'm an old hand at steppers and stair-climbers, but I immediately liked the difference this machine offered--the slight side-to side swiveling vs. just up-and-down. If you like dancing--and I do--this machine will make you fall in love with it. I combined it with a new diet, and lost a surprising amount of weight in record time. HOWEVER...the big downside to this machine is that the manufacturers unfortunately chose VERY cheap materials. Much like many other people who have posted reviews here, my chain broke in about two weeks. I replaced it with a store-bought bike chain. As I was overseas, returning it was out of the question. Next, the "L"-shaped metal arms underneath wore out and snapped. Keep in mind, I only weighed about 180 lbs (82k) at the time; I have to wonder what would have happened to a TRULY overweight person! I had to take the machine to an auto repair shop to have it welded. I ended up returning on a WEEKLY basis. Next, the rubber cords that I ordered with the machine snapped as I was using them! The other problems were annoying, but this was truly hazardous. If the manufacturer is reading this, please note: you have a HUGE legal liability on you hands! These deficient bands could easily take an eye out (they did in fact hit me in the face!). All in all, it IS a great, fun, and effective machine--but it's just made like junk. If you plan to order one, order TWO, so you'll have something to use while the other is being fixed!
31 Oct 2005 - Shelley of California, USA writes:
I gave a review back on May 8th (happen to look in on the reviews for this since I was looking at another product review) and within a month or so later the chain broke. That was a dangerous feeling but I was able to hold unto the wall. It also had started leaving oil dust on the floor which was hard to clean, glad I didn't use it on the carpet. ANYWAY, I still say this is a FUN machine and I really miss it!!! I know it's strange to give negative feedback on the quality but positive on the machine's technique and effectiveness but I have never felt this way about another machine before. IF they make a better product I will buy it again or when I get back to the States I'll go to Walmart maybe and buy it there so I can return it if there is another problem. I still stand by the fact that this provided a great workout!
25 Oct 2005 - Melissa of Michigan, USA writes:
I have had arthritis in all of my joints since I was 2 years old, so I don't know what life is like without pain. Yes, I've felt the strain on my knees too, but when Brenda says in the video "make sure that your knees are bent, this is a non-jarring impact workout" I release my knees from being locked and the problem doesn't seem to occur. It's all about how you press with your gluts and hamstrings, not with your knees. You also have to make sure not to hit the pedal to the ground, keep it just above the ground so that the pedal doesn't impact with the ground. Brenda also mentions this helpful hint in the video. This will help alleviate the pain in your knees. Also there's a point where she says "press through the heel". Maybe also LISTENING to what she was saying while working out, these strains wouldn't be as much of an issue.
20 Oct 2005 - Sophia of England, London writes:
Hi I had my Lateral Thigh Trainer for just a month but has had to return it. It did give me a really good cardio workout and after 15mins i was really sweating. i also noticed that my thighs were nice and tight and butt firmer, however it really did hurt my right knee to the extent where walking is painful so i had to return it. good machine, but severe on the knees, what a shame.
28 Sep 2005 - Kim of New York, USA writes:
I'm on my 2nd lateral thigh trainer machine because the handle on the first unit broke and I couldn't put it back on. Since I purchased it from a retail store, they exchanged it with no problem. Now, I've been working out on the unit for like 2 months now and all of my friends and co-workers are asking me what I'm doing. I've always had problems with my thighs and hips and this machine widdles them down if you work at it hard enough. I wish that it was made a little better but if you make use of just the way it is, you will definitely see results. I do the tape that came with it and sometimes I just get on it with some music and work out for like 45 mins to an hour. I definitely feel the burn in my hips and thighs everytime and can't wait for another version to come out, hopefully!!
19 Sep 2005 - Stephanie of Kent, England writes:
I bought my LTT 2 months ago. I had been enjoying for 6 weeks when the chain broke. As I bought it online, I contacted the website I bought it from to get it repaired but all my messages failed to be delivered and the website is not available anymore. I agree the machine does look cheaply made and I was disappointed when I received it as it looked more like a toy than a serious trainer. Even though I did not notice any serious weight or inches loss( I am still fitting too tightly in my favourite skirt), I was enjoying using the stepper except for the occasional squeaking.
24 Aug 2005 - Diane of Great Britain, UK writes:
Bought my lateral thigh trainer 2 weeks ago [], slightly concerned about the negative review comments. So far no problems with my machine other than it does squeak, WD40 seems to solve this problem although has to be done nearly every time I use it. Started out only managing 20 Minutes, now I love it so much I am using it everyday for 1 Hour.Can definately feel a change in my lower body, not so much flabb on my rear,this has spurred me on to continue with this workout. Put on some upbeat music and you can really get into the swing of this machine. I can work up a real sweat. If I find problems with it I would purchase another machine as it was very good value for money. Delivery costs were a bit high but because I love this machine I would certainly buy a replacement.I am hoping my machine lasts a long time. Highly recommended.
22 Aug 2005 - Sharon of Tennessee, USA writes:
I've decided to add my two cents worth after reading what everyone else has said about the Lateral Thigh Trainer. It's a great machine! I purchased it last summer (2004) and used it for 6 weeks but fell out of practice. I wanted to get slimmer and in better shape but simply had not developed the 'want to' sufficiently to keep it up until this past spring. I co-teach line dancing once a week and also take swing dance lessons. This past spring I enrolled in an English horse-back riding class and realized how very much out of shape I was! Posting a trot was almost impossible and the VERY idea of two-pointing (standing up in one's stirrups while the horse is cantering) sent me into a total laughing fit. Laughing is better than crying girls. So, I got back on the LTT and went to work on my thighs, calves, butt and other muscles. Last month I picked up the horse-back riding lessons again and had the ability to learn the new skills. My LTT has not broken like some of yours has and I use it 2 to 3 times a day for 15 minutes at each session. I acknowledge that I am not too good at keeping at an exercise program but I DO want to put horses back into my life therefore I MUST be in shape to ride. Now I have motivation and the machine to get me into shape! My goal is to get up to two 30-minute workouts a day and I believe I'll get there this next month. It HAS helped me to tone my muscles and become more fit. One thing that I quit doing was weigh myself--I care not what I weigh, I care about the size of clothes I wear. If I am 'fit' then my pants size will be smaller and it is--finally. Last year before I purchased the LTT I was puffing out of size 14 pants. I worked on it last summer for a few weeks but got out of it--deciding that I just couldn't do it. WHY? I don't know. In the little bit of exercise I've done on it in the past nine weeks, I have lost 4 inches in my waist, tummy, and butt! I am now fitting comfortably into size '12' pants and a size '10' jacket. What I put in my mouth for fuel does have an affect on my size too. It's not just eat a doughnut and then go work out. That won't work at all! This is going to be a machine that I will keep on using as an aid to weight reduction and overall health the rest of my life. I didn't get out of shape and overweight in one year and I do not believe that 'life changing' habits will occur in just 9 weeks either! If you have the machine, use it. Leave the video running throughout the day and get back on the machine. Just do it and look for the improvements one step at a time!
16 Aug 2005 - PJ of Pennsylvania, USA writes:
I bought the LTT for a little variety in my workout. I am a bit concerned about the stress it seems to place on the knees. I am a former dancer, and currently an regular exerciser, and never had knee problems until using this product. No matter how I place my feet on the pedals, I am unable to relieve the knee pain. Also, I've never recieved any abdominal benefit from the program, as the infomercial suggests. I would not recommend this product.
12 Aug 2005 - Laura of Aberdeen, Scotland writes:
I bought my LLT the other day and must admit I only have a few days experience but from reading the mixture of reviews it seems that those of you who were already pretty fit and watching what you ate enjoyed the machine and got benefit from it, however, those of you who were trying to lose pounds and stones in only a few weeks and did no other exercise didnt like the LLT. Its not a miracle maker its just an exercise machine that takes time and a calorie controlled diet. People give up too easily and that is why they are most likely why there are at the weigth and fitness level they are at in the 1st place. I do spin classes and kick boxing twice week along with weight and floor exercises. I am going to use the LLT as an extra workout in front of the tv and when I cant make the gym. Give it another try and combine with other fun activities, and most importantly stop moaning, nothing in life is handed on a plate.
11 Aug 2005 - Bonnie of Maryland, USA writes:
My husband bought me the LTT last year as a gift (note to husbands - do NOT buy your wife exercise equipment unless you're really very certain how she'll take it) But it was OK, he meant well. I'm middle aged and in medium / good shape, and had been running on the treadmill several times / week, when our treadmill died. Trouble is, my husbanc gets his exercise through sports, not exercise equipment, and you really can't judge what someone else will use. He got suckered in by the infomercial and ordered it as a "surprise" for me. It took me a couple of months to replace the treadmill so I used it. Well, I wasn't at all impressed. It's very cheaply made, and the $100 he spent would have been much better spent on the new treadmill. The "computer" is a little plastic insert pedometer type of thing that doesn't work accurately anyway, the tension aduster continually shifts down, and Brenda is just a wee bit too perky for me. I'm not in fabulous shape by any means, but I barely broke a sweat with the workout, which was brain numbing. I did feel it in my knees more than anywhere else, because the "lateral motion" puts you into a somewhat knock kneed position. I've never had knee problems despite years of running, but I suspect if I kept up with the LTT I would have. Thankfully, I got a new treadmill. I could see maybe $20 for this, as an alternative or change of pace, but I wasn't impressed, and certainly not for $100. Save your money, it will be better spent elsewhere.
2 Aug 2005 - Courtney of Virginia, USA writes:
SQUEAKING!!!! I have had the Thigh trainer for about 9 months and wow it squeaks something awful. I have gone as far as taking it a part and spraying all moving parts and even at one time places a wheel barring grease on it. I use my thigh trainer for 35 minutes a day and I can tell you it is the longest 35 minutes of my life w/ the squeaking. But this is going to sound weird but I really like my thigh trainer so I took it a part again and put cooking oil on all moving parts. It doesn't make a sound, no squeaks, nothing. I don't know if it will work on every thigh trainer or if it will mess up the rubber but I really enjoy doing my work out in peace. :)
28 Jul 2005 - Tish of Missouri, USA writes:
From what I've read of other reviews, it seems like the LTT suffers (like many infomercial exercise products) from lack of quality control with manufacturing. The squeaking and chain malfunction may be isolated incidents, because mine has never had those problems. I did observe that the plastic feet don't screw on properly, but that has never affected the LTT's performance. The actual workout on the machine is surprisingly good, offering a good cardio workout and making your thighs work very hard. The infomercial's claim about ab strengthening is a joke and so is the accompanying video--I taped over that after watching it once. Once is all you need to get all the "special" workout moves Brenda has to offer (which aren't really that special). I've never used the electronic display, which is a fairly cheap pedometer that often counts incorrectly if you actually put it on the machine. If you're into making the LTT really work for you and not get bored, just pop in some upbeat music and jam or watch TV while exercising. I use 5lb. hand weights to supplement my upper body. Overall, the LTT is a good machine IF you don't have problems with your knees.
20 Jul 2005 - Erica of Nelson, New Zealand writes:
I responded to an advertisement on TV - liking the demonstration and the price,bought my machne. After 30 days I can report a definite tone up in the waist thighs and butt areas, and the fat on my back is also firming.b Have lost 2inches in the waist, much better definition and the 'square' middle of flabby abs. I have enjoyed step exercise for years and found this to be a good alternative to the older step trainer methods. It is hard on the knees, but I have developed strength over time, it will creak after extended use, but nothing an application of grease has not fixed. I enjoy my workouts to music and can see I will continue with this exercise style because it is pleasurable and delivers results over time with consistent (every other day) effort at an affordable price, and in the home. A great compact workout machine.
18 Jul 2005 - Karen of Manchester, England writes:
I bought the latural thigh trainer in may 05, I first noticed that the computer didnt work, But didnt care, Started with 20 mins a day now do 30 mins a day, I weighed 9 Stone and after using this unit weigh 7 and half stone it really works, Although I watch what I eat, And also started noticing that black grease comes out of the main unit,Though it still works fine I dread the day when this unit packs up...i love it!!!!
16 Jul 2005 - Elean of Maine, USA writes:
this thing is great. it provides a cheep aerobic workout while watching the news. the best part was the price, bought at a lawn sale for $10.00! would like a manual for it though
5 Jul 2005 - Terry of Pennsylvania, USA writes:
I purchased the LTT this past April, I have been very please with the results. However as the other reviewers have stated it has its problems. My computer stopped working two months after I bought itm and it does make grinding noises. What I have been the most disappointed with is the Customer Service Support. I have sent three e-mails and have yet to receive a response or even a confirmation they received the e-mail. Also I would like to have a DVD to work out with instead of VHS. But overall I have been very statisfied with my workout.
2 Jul 2005 - Jill of New York, USA writes:
I bought the lateral thigh trainer about 2 years ago. It remains sturdy and smooth. If you have knee issues, mix it up with other activities and work up slowly (do that anyway). I dropped a size in 3 weeks with just three 15 minute sessions a week. True, I was completely out of shape, but I had just 15 pounds to lose and a serious carb addiction, so weight loss was NOT a given. If you're fitter and not doing other exercise, you'll want to go longer, more frequently. Since your hands are free on this machine, you can break up the monotony and "dance" a little, or be a time-miser and use light free weights for your upper body while you step. It can be fun, but some days you'll want to throw it out the window. But, hey, that's fitness! The main thing is that it removes excuses. If you use it, you WILL lose weight, or at least, if you eat like an animal, you won't gain weight, and you'll keep your energy up. If you don't have the room or saint-like patience required for a treadmill, this is for you.
29 Jun 2005 - Jenny of Wellingborough, UK writes:
I bought my LTT about 3 months ago and had I read the reviews i probably would not have bothered as they seem quiet negative. However, I can say that i have had no problems at all no squeek and the commputer works fine. I use it every day and do the whole video. I would like to get another video so if anyone has heard of one ??? I have noticed my thights feel tighter and look better and i am losing weight so all in all i would recommend it
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