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Anytime you buy something over the internet you are taking a chance. You have to carefully read the description, research the price and look for any feedback. It may be a company selling t-shirts or it could be a website that sells exercise equipment. The most powerful tool at your disposal is customer feedback and any reviews posted in magazines. The Lifecore LC-985VG Elliptical Trainer is definitely getting good reviews from a variety of consumers of all age groups.

The Lifecore LC-985VG Elliptical Trainer is a compact exercise machine but that does not mean it is incredibly flimsy or will wear out within months. It is actually compact to help you move it easily and store it when it is not in use. There are some compact machines that are very poorly made and will break apart rather quickly but this is not one of them. You will be pleasantly surprised at just how sturdy it is, provided you do not exceed the weight limit for the machine.

However, there are some limitations that users have noted. The LC-985VG only weighs around 125 pounds and has a footprint of 52″x 30″, which means it takes up less floor space. The small size does mean that heavier users may find the machine not as sturdy as some of the bigger elliptical trainers on the market. The LC-985VG is also marketed more for small to average height users. Those who are tall may find that the stride is not big enough to give them a really efficient workout.

Now let’s take a look on the bright side. The LC-985VG comes with a very easy to use computer and adjustable resistance. You simply dial the resistance setting and you are good to go. It is also backed by a 5 year warranty, which is incredibly important as most elliptical machines only offer up to a 2 year warranty. You definitely want to know, should you have problems with your elliptical machine, that it will be taken care of or replaced quickly.

If you want to read a few of the customer comments on the Lifecore LC-985VG Elliptical Trainer, then you can go to www.amazon.com or www.fitness-equipment-source.com. There is a notation from the manufacturer that it was awarded a “Best Buy” but the only information available is that it was from a “Leading Consumer Magazine,” which does not tell you too much. For $1200 you are getting your money’s worth with this trainer. You will definitely get a solid workout and it will last you.