If you are looking for an entry model then the Carl Lewis CEA 001 is the one for you. The very low price makes it a very 'low risk' investment. Will it give you expected results? Answer it will for sure give you some results but I would suggest you do not set your expectations too high.
The machine has 16 different speed settings, which are controlled by the easy-to-use speed dial. It also has 4 different pre set programmes. The unit is a simple design with no 'frills'. The rubber-surfaced platform is rather small. Even though you can choose 3 different height levels for the main column with handle bar, I still found the highest setting too low.
The machine however is very light, which could be a bonus for moving the unit in and out of storage .The motor is not very powerful and sounds a little bit like a sewing machine. Having said that I am aware of certain people being concerned of high powered vibration intensities and therefore this little unit will give a good introduction to vibration training for the non-experienced user.
I can see why quite a few people opt for this low budget model. It would not be my first choice and I am not convinced that Carl Lewis will use it for his fitness training, but it is no doubt a vibration plate.
The controls are extremely easy to read and understand. The machine even features a `Fat Reader`, in other words it will indicate how much fat you have burnt during your workout on the plate. As a weight loss expert I do want to express a little bit of caution at this point as the readings on the control panel will only be an estimation of a possibly fat loss. Those reading will not be specific to your body and your fat burning capacity.
Overall an OK model that will enable you to do some vibration training.
Very low priced entry model.
Very easy to use controls.
16 different speed settings.
Light product weight allows great Move-ability.
Non-slippery platform surface.
Fat Tester included.
3 different height adjustment for column possible.
Akabusi Thumbs Down:
The unit appears slightly wobbly.
The motor does not exert very much power.
No other accessories supplied.
Max user weight is low, not ideal for heavier built user.
Max height of column / handle bar is too low.
Handle bar is very simple.
Some home assembly required.
Overall look and design of machine not very sexy.
Technicalities:
Model name: Carl Lewis CEA 001
Dimensions: H 120 cm/ W 50 cm/ L 54 cm
Max user weight: 100kg (16 st)
Programmes: 4
Display: LCD
Product weight: 32 kg
Vibration Frequency: 16 speed options
Warranty: varies from supplier to supplier
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