SIZE IS NO LIMIT Blog Products & News Larger People Can Use

Rollators, also called rolling walkers, can bring new mobility to many people who want added support and a place to sit when walking.  They’re much less expensive and easier to bring along than a power chair, too. Unfortunately, larger people find that rollators made for them are often hard to find and sold at high prices.  We had a better idea: bring you high capacity rollators at deep discount prices.

This model is the KC Mighty Maxi, the highest capacity rollator made.  It supports up to a 600 lbs. but still fits through doorways and into cars to give the user indoor and outdoor independence. The Mighty Maxi has the signature extra wide (20″) oversize padded seat and back rest for added comfort when resting. Heavy-duty bearings and 8″ solid wheels are puncture proof and provide added security and support.  The convenient hand grip braking system provides complete control on steep declines. It folds for easy storage in the trunk, back seat or closet.  A basket is included and for Medicare beneficiaries the Mighty Maxi is a reimbursable expense (use Medicare code E0149).

We have high capacity rollators in the styles and sizes to bring mobility to life.

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Adjustable beds are wonderful but incredibly expensive.  Wouldn’t it be great if you could turn your mattress into an adjustable ben without the hassles of expensive and impractical mechanical accessories? Well, now you can.  The Mattress Genie® 3-part lift system easily sets up and raises and lowers the head of a mattress with the push of a button, alleviating the symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn, indigestion, hiatal hernia, nasal congestion, sinus problems, allergies, pregnancy discomfort and snoring.  It is also great for reading, studying, watching television, playing video games, eating and drinking and nursing mothers.  It fully inflates in less than one minute and gently deflates using gravity and body weight.  The hand-held control raises, lowers and flattens the nattress to the desired level. Mattress Genie® has a 1,000-lb. capacity and is available full, queen and king sizes.  We have it direct from the manufacturer at bargain prices.

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Comfortable and inviting, our selection of lounge chairs is perfect for the entire family including the larger person.  We have loungers designed for up to 400 lbs. that let you bring the comfort of an easy chair anywhere.  They recline to any position yet fold flat for easy storage and transport.  The model shown here features a tough, 600 denier polyester that is lashed with cord to a sturdy, powder-coated steel frame.  It has an adjustable head rest that provides added, pillow-like comfort that completes this experience in outdoor furniture.  They’re perfect for indoor or outdoor relaxation and available in a choice of colors.

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The Kool Tee™ golf tool is the perfect solution for any golfer who would rather focus on their game instead of repetitive bending.  It’s unique design inserts tees into the ground, places golf balls on tees, picks up balls on the green or fairway, picks up tees, and repairs ball marks and divots.  It can be stored in a golf bag or easily accessed with the included bag clip.  Features a durable aluminum shaft and injection-molded ABS plastic components.  Includes 12 golf tees.  Kool Tee™ is available in a choice of colors and we have it at a low, bargain price.

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The Bare Back Scrubber is one of the most useful and innovative products for the shower and bath we’ve ever seen.  It’s a massager, scrubber and lotion applicator that is hands free, padded and contoured.  Place it in exactly the position you want with its hold-firm suction cups and it effectively exfoliates skin, improves circulation and helps reduce acne. Its removable 100% terry cover can be used to apply creams and lotions and then washed for reuse.

Now even the most hard to reach places can easily be washed, scrubbed and pampered when the Bare Back Scrubber is in your shower.

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Biking has a lot going for it and we’ve got models designed with larger men and women in mind.  It’s the way to go healthy and go green-no worries about parking or gas prices.  These made-to-order bikes feature a hand brazed, fully lugged 16G steel tube frame with a 500-lb. standard weight capacity.  Other features include an extra-wide, dual-coiled comfort seat, clincher wheels and steel spokes that are 50% thicker than conventional models and Kevlar™ belted Sup-r-tires with puncture-resistant dura-tubes; the protected ½” x 3/16” chain and 3/16” front sprocket are built to last.  Handlebars allow for full-vision upright pedaling.  You can see our full selection of heavy duty bicycles and accessories Here.

A ladies’ single speed model in blue is pictured here.  We have a men’s single speed model, and three speed men and women’s models.  There’s also an amazing high capacity unisex tricycle. Its unique recumbent design also carries 500-lbs. and easily adjusts to fit riders from 5 foot 3 inches all the way up to 7 feet tall! All our bicycles are made in the USA.

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What’s the perfect gift for the larger sports fan?  A comfortable chair with the name and colors of their favorite NFL, MLB, NASCAR or college team.  Our sports chairs are built especially for the larger person and feature an engineered solid wood frame, an upholstered seat and loose pillow back covered in microfiber.  Made in the team’s primary color with the embroidered team logo appliquéd on the seat back.  They make a great addition to a game room or family room.  All teams are officially licensed for authenticity.  The seat is 28 ½ inches wide and 25 inches deep.  400 lb. stationary weight capacity.  Proudly made in the USA.

Sports chairs are just part of our unique selection of furniture and portable chairs designed especially for the larger person.

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Several years ago Walkstools® were first developed for photographers, fishermen, painters and hunters who needed a strudy, compact portable chair to go with them in the field. Since then many people have discovered that Walkstools® are perfect for all sorts of uses – changing a car headlight, camping, at the game or anywhere a comfortable place to sit comes in handy. We carry high capacity Walkstools® in three different heights. The 18 inch Comfort L model supports 440 lbs., the 22 inch Comfort XL supports 495 lbs. and the 26 inch Comfort XXL supports 550 lbs. The seats are extremely comfortable and proportionately larger on the taller models. Our Walkstools® are priced substantially less than you’ll pay elsewhere, too. You’ll find them in our huge selection of Portable Chairs so come on in and grab a seat!

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Pretty and comfortable, our new popcorn jammies will become your favorite – a zip-up jacket with two pockets and an elastic waist pant. They’re generously cut and made of lush textured polyester with a raised dot design.  Available in your choice of sizes from 1X to 5X and machine washable.

Popcorn pajamas are just one of the new additions to our collection of Robes and Slippers especially for larger men and women.  Come see!

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Fitness for larger people does not automatically mean losing weight. It could mean staying at the same weight since as we become fitter muscle replaces fat.  When it’s medically OK, reasonable, regular exercise is a very good thing.  It helps me sleep better, I have more energy and my outlook on things brightens.

There’s no doubt that I exercise a lot more regularly because of the treadmill I have at home. It beats going out in the rain, smog, heat or driving to a gym.  Also, for those of us who are larger a home treadmill lets us progress at our own pace free from the comments sometimes heard when exercising in public.

I didn’t know where to begin 15 years ago when I decided to buy my first treadmill. Fortunately a family member who’s also an accomplished athlete helped me find one for someone my size. These are the features I look for:

1.   Large, shock absorbing surface for walking or running.
2.   A model designed for someone my weight.
3.   The ability to start slowly and change speed in small steps.
4.   Sturdy handrails and design.
5.   An easy to read display and buttons that are easy to use.
6.   Power elevation I can change from level to different inclines.
7.   Built in heart rate monitor & programmable workouts.
8.   Automatic safety shut-off.

My dilemma in writing this article was deciding which treadmill to show you. We have the only selection of treadmills especially for the larger person I’ve ever seen, including models for up to 600 lbs. I’m showing you this one because its features and low price make it an excellent choice for many larger people.

The BladeZ 6630 features an extensive 60 inch by 20 inch walking/running area. It’s designed to hold 425 lbs. walking, making it by far the highest capacity machine in this price range. It features a cushioning suspension system to reduce impact to the back, knees, hips and joints. It comes with both a Polar™ wireless heart rate monitor and handgrips that measure your heart rate. It has power elevation from 0 to 15%, a speed range from 0 to 12 miles per hour, programmable workouts and emergency Safe-T-Lock. A large, flat screen TV is available as an option. It comes with a full 10 year warranty for the frame, 2 years for electronics and parts and 1 year labor. This machine is a remarkable value for the larger person and everyone in the family.

Here’s something I did before my treadmill was installed that might come in handy for you. Treadmills can be installed on either a hard or carpeted floor. I installed mine on a carpet. I protected the carpet and gave the treadmill a solid surface by going to Home Depot and getting a regular 4×8 sheet of plywood 5/8 inch thick. They cut it for me to make it 40 inches wide. My treadmill mat sits on top of it with about 3 inches to spare on the sides.

One other thing I did was to have the people who delivered the treadmill set it up for me. It’s well worth it to have it assembled, tested and fine tuned by the professionals.

A treadmill is no small investment, especially one that’s made for a larger person. The decision became easy, though, when I realized I wasn’t just buying a treadmill, I was investing in health and well being for me and my family. What’s more important than that?

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