Ab Lounger review - what problems are there with the ab lounger

This presents a problem for a couple of reasons. One
reason I like machines for overweight people is because they often have a hard
time sitting down and getting up. If they do not have a hard time, it is often
something they just do not want to do. In addition, that added weight, (If it
is more than you should weigh.) injury or illness can cause obesity or joint
pain making it difficult to get on the floor. On the other hand most machines I
have seen and used have seats that are too small for the large person. The Ab
Lounger is no different. Not only is it small but because it is light weight a
heavy person literally may not fit on it.

It measures 54" long x 31-3/4 wide" x
45-1/2" high. I like the height for people who will not get on the floor
due to joint pain. However, again, because of the flexible material it may not
be that easy for someone in a lot of pain to get on and off the Ab Lounger. You
will be better off on a hard bench.

The Ab Lounger frame is made of rolled steel and I have
no doubt that the frame is quite durable. I am not as sure about the lounge
itself. Any material after awhile especially when a lot of weight is put on it
will start to rip or sag. The Ab Lounger is not expensive and there is a 3-month
warranty but do not expect to have this for the next 5 years if in fact you
are using it several times a week and/or several people in your household are
using it. It is slightly padded however the padding is not enough to
make the Ab Lounger in my opinion comfortable. It is not uncomfortable though. It
could not be heavily padded or it would not move unless it were a much heavier
machine.

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