Livestrong LS8.0E Elliptical Review

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Livestrong LS8.0E Elliptical Trainer

Many consider the LiveStrong LS8.0E elliptical trainer among the best price performing value buys, since it offers the same features usually found in more expensive ellipticals.

With 23 lb. flywheel, 16 levels of resistance, 20 inch stride length, 5 levels of incline, cushioned pedals and a price tag of $799, this elliptical is one of our top pics for ellipticals within its price range.

With Livestrong LS8.0E users can enjoy a great workout for a variety of goals including building strength, endurance, and muscle toning and weight loss.

Livestrong LS8.0E Features

• 23-pound flywheel for a fluid, smooth motion when in operation
• Low-impact workout as this elliptical mimics a more “natural” path for ankles, hips and knees
• 9 built-in workout programs
• Stride Length: 20-inches
• Incline (manual) has 5 adjustable levels
• 2 LED feedback windows
• Capacity: 300-pounds
• Dimensions:  24 W x 67 H x 76 D inches
• Model # HEP0320-01
• Product weighs 192 pounds
• Product carries a lifetime frame and brake warranty & 1 year on parts and labor

Why Livestrong Fitness?

The company is known for offering a complete line of fitness equipment that fits a home gym, such as exercise bikes, elliptical trainers, and treadmills that fit any budget, lifestyle and fitness goal. All Livestrong elliptical trainers come with a SIXSTAR certified frame, excellent set of features and lifetime frame and brake warranty.

Livestrong LS8.0E – Video Review by Livestrong Fitness

What are the Benefits of Using the Livestrong Fitness LS8.0E?

This machine has the six key elements for a natural feel known as the SIXstar Certification that includes a comfortable body positioning, proper handlebar spacing, an elliptical foot path, appropriate pedal placement, elliptical access and trainer’s drive mechanism all of which are important to a beneficial elliptical workout.

The LS8.0E gives a wider range of motion during exercise because of the 20” stride length and a more natural walking and running motion due to the flat ellipse shape allowing for users of all heights to be comfortable while exercising.

Users can vary the muscles they are using during the workout as well as the variety of the exercises used as they make use of the 5 level adjustable manual incline.

The flywheel delivers heaviness of 23 pounds! Only quality design can deliver that, so the workout has the constant smooth delivery that is so important during operation.

What You Mat Not Like about the Livestrong LS8.0E?

There are some concerns about how the machine calibrates for instance, there is no age input allowance, when compared to commercial machines at a gym.

Calibrating heart rate can also be confusing due to the fact that in order to stay at a steady pace and have the LS8.0E calibrate your HR, you must keep your hands on the handles, because if you take them off even for 4 seconds it will reset to the default of 70 BPM and it requires some time to acquire your accurate heart rate.

Extras

Attention to the little things can make a big difference when it comes to sticking with your exercise routine. Livestrong LS8.0Eoffers extras for personal comfort like the built-in speakers and the personal fitness fan from CoolFit.

LS8.0E vs. Top 5 Performers in “Under $800” Category

ELLIPTICAL TRAINER	Schwinn 470	Horizon EX-59	Nautilus E614	Schwinn 430	Livestrong LS8.0E
RATING	Winner	1st Runner Up	Top 5 Performer	Top 5 Performer	COMPARED
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USD PRICE	$699	$699	$599	$499	$799
PRICE-PERFORMANCE
EXPERT REVIEW	Expert Review	Expert Review	Expert Review	Expert Review	Expert Review
VISIT SITE	VISIT SITE	VISIT SITE	VISIT SITE	VISIT SITE
GRADE	Home	Home	Home	Home	Home
UPPER BODY WORK	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES
FLYWHEEL		14.3 lbs			23 lbs
RESISTANCE LEVELS	25	16	20	20	16
RESISTANCE TYPE	Magnetic	Magnetic	Magnetic	Magnetic	Magnetic
INCLINE	YES 0° - 10° Motorized	NO	YES 6 position manual ramp adjustment	YES 0° - 10° Manual	YES 5 positions Manual
STRIDE LENGTH	20"	18"	20"	20"	20"
PROGRAMS	29	10	22	22	9
COOLING FAN	YES 3 speed	YES	YES 3 Speed	YES 3 speed	YES
FOLDING	NO	NO	NO	NO	NO
MAX. USER WEIGHT	300 lbs	275 lbs	300 lbs	300 lbs	300 lbs
HEART RATE CONTROL	YES Contact HR sensor	YES Contact HR sensor	YES Contact HR sensor	YES Contact HR sensor	YES Contact HR sensor
DISPLAY TYPE AND FUNCTIONS	SchwinnConnect™ 2 LCD window System Main: 3.0” X 5.0” Blue backlit + Secondary: 1.0” X 5.0” Blue backlit + Quickeys 5 for incline and 5 for resistance	4.5" yellow-green LCD display with Time, distance, speed, calories, heart rate, program level and watts workout feedback	DualTrack grey display with two high-resolution LCD monitors offering 1 quick start, 9 profile, 8 heart rate, 2 fitness test and 2 custom programs	Schwinn DualTrack™ LCD display and goal tracking functionality to set and track 16 different workout and progress related parameters	Intuitive console with backlit LCD display and two LED feedback windows that track your time, resistance, incline, distance, speed, and more
ADDITIONAL FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS	10 degree motorized ramp range with quick keys. 4 user settings and goal tracking. Integrated transport wheels, media tray, water bottle. USB charging, Data export to Schwinn connect. Great acoustic chamber for clear sound system.	Low distance between pedals. Low, 10-inch step-on height. The StraightUP™ keeps your body upright for maximum comfort Sonic Surround™ speakers with MP3 player input, water bottle holder, reading rack, accessories tray	Compatibility with Nautilus Connect™ and MyFitnessPal, USB charging port, data export, performance tracking, Acoustic chambered speakers for big sound, transport wheels	A ten degree, six position manual ramp. Great acoustic chamber for clear sound system. USB port to charge your smartphone or tablet. Large articulating footplates with cushioning. Comes with water bottle holder and media tray	Mimics natural path of ankle, knee, and hip joints to ensure a low-impact workout Cushioned Pedals Supports iPod, Built-in Speakers
DIMENTIONS	70 x 28 x 71 inches (L x W x H)	68.2 x 22 x 64.6 inches (L x W x H)	70 x 28 x 71 inches (L x W x H)	70 x 28 x 71 inches (L x W x H)	24 x 67 x 76 inches (W x H x D)
UNIT WEIGHT	231 lbs	169 lbs	173 lbs	160 lbs	192 lbs
WARRANTY	10 years on the frame 2 years on mechanical parts 1 year on electrical parts 90 days on labor	Lifetime on frame 1 year on parts and labor	10 year frame 2 year parts 1 year electronics 90 days labor	10 years on the frame 2 years on mechanical parts 1 year on electrical parts 90 days on labor	Frame: lifetime Braking System: lifetime Parts: 1 year Labor: 1 year
ELLIPTICAL TRAINER	Schwinn 470	Horizon Fitness EX-59	Nautilus E614	Schwinn 430	Livestrong LS8.0E

COMPARE 5 Best Elliptical Trainers Under $1000 in 2021

COMPARE ALL 5	Horizon EX-59	Schwinn 470	Nautilus E616	Sole E25	Xterra Free Style 5.6e
RATING	Winner	1st Runner Up	Top 5 Performer	Top 5 Performer	Top 5 Performer
COMPARE	Expert Review	Expert Review	Expert Review	Expert Review	Expert Review

COMPARE BY PRICE RANGE ==>  COMPARE Best Performing Ellipticals By Price Range

What Do Users Say About Livestrong LS8.0E Elliptical Trainer?

Here are a few snippets from Amazon about Livestrong Fitness LS8.0E (read full reviews on the Amazon Website):

• “Although it would be nice to have an auto-incline feature, this elliptical is a beast in a good way – the quality of this machine if very sturdy and powerful.“
• “I have owned several machines. This one is by far the best. Assembly was easy…Using it the first few times it showed to me the most important aspect: a solid machine, well built and seemingly to last a long time.”
• “Solid, smooth and quiet. Five stars.”

Summary

The Livestrong Fitness LS8.0E elliptical trainer is the value priced version of the proven LiveStrong elliptical design. To my opinion, the only real negative about this machine is the manual incline adjustment.

Though it’s not a big deal, if you want an auto incline feature you my want to consider 2 excellent options: 1.) At the same price level the Schwinn 470 offers 10° motorized adjustable ramp or 2.) if you prefer to stick with Livestrong Fitness ellipticals, you may want to consider the automated LiveStrong LS13.0E-2 model. Obviously it costs more, but this elliptical offers motorized electronically-controlled 20 auto-power incline levels at 5% increments, which is really nice!

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