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Commercial Grade Treadmills Walking is still considered one of the most beneficial cardiovascular exercises for people of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. As a fundamental form of aerobic training, walking has numerous physical benefits for the heart, lungs, and circulatory system, while also increasing muscle tone and burning fat calories. Treadmills provide a convenient way to regularly exercise in all weather conditions in the comfort and safety of your own home.
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As a cardiovascular exercise:
* Treadmills offer the benefit of reduced impact since all treadmills offer some sort of shock absorption. Exercising on a treadmill can reduce the strain to the ankles, knees and lower back that would be involved in running on a normal surface.
As an indoor activity:
* Users who would not run/walk outdoors (e.g. due to unfavorable weather conditions, uneven road surfaces, dangerous neighborhoods or unwanted attention) may use an indoor treadmill.
* Users who do not wish to join a gym may use an indoor treadmill at home.
* Users can do other things while exercising, such as watching television or reading.
As a machine:
* Enables exact calculation and adjustment of slope and speed.
* As many of the factors of the activity are known, the energy expended may be calculated.
* Some treadmills have special features such as step count, heart rate monitors, and number of calories expended.
Scientific usages:
* Treadmills are used in the International Space Station by Astronauts as an effective countermeasure against weightlessness.
Gym treadmills are typically used inside health clubs and professional fitness centers more than any other cardio equipment. It has been proven that the best indoor cardio workout equipment, that is natural for every person to use, is the TREADMILL. A treadmill is a simple exercise machine by design as it just moves the ground below the user so anyone can walk, jog or run in a single space. The treadmill simply goes faster, slower, up or down to give different slope inclines.
Most all exercise treadmills are designed the same way. They have an electric motor that moves the running belt and another electric motor that raises and lowers the elevation of the front of the treadmill to simulate going up a hill or walking on flat ground. All treadmills have a control console on top which allows the exerciser to control and operate the functions, or programs of the treadmill.
So what makes one treadmill model and brand more expensive or better than another? Why do treadmill review websites and blogs rate one model higher than another if they all are designed and function the same?
The electric drive motor is one of the first things to look into when rating a treadmill. All electric treadmill motors spin fast in order to move the running belt, below the runner, to simulate that the ground is moving. The difference in motor strengths, however, is what sets some treadmills apart from the others.
The treadmill motor that goes into the home treadmills sold in the Big-Box Retail Sporting Goods stores is a very inexpensive and low TORQUE motor. The motor does spin the running belt but if you press your foot down hard on the running belt while it is moving, the belt will stop moving and you will hear a stressful noise coming from the motor. This becomes a big problem when a treadmill gets used many hours a month or year. This cheap treadmill motor does move the running belt but if the treadmill gets used regularly the cheap motor will wear out and need to be replaced.
On the other hand the commercial grade treadmill motor on treadmills you see inside a professional Gym performs the same function as the Retail Sporting Good Stores home treadmill, but it produces very high torque so when you press your foot down hard on the running belt and try to stop it, it isn’t going to stop like the residential grade treadmill.
This is why we do not sell home model treadmills to the public at any price. If these treadmills are used like they are supposed be, they will most likely fall apart. The fact is that approximately 90% of home treadmills purchased at the Big-Box Sporting Good Stores go UN-USED! This means that only 10% of the buyers of home model treadmills actually use them at least 3 times a week. Thus, if you plan on using your treadmill on a regular basis, it is best to get a better quality model and buy a commercial grade treadmill.
Since most home model treadmills are of such a lesser quality, all professional commercial Health Club and Gyms have to purchase commercial grade professional treadmills. These gyms and health clubs have no other options because their treadmills will get used 6 to 10 hours every day no matter who uses them.
We offer some of the best professional commercial quality treadmills. For example, the Life Fitness treadmill is one of the best brands. The Life Fitness Company invented 2 major innovations for the treadmill. First was the flex deck or cushioned running deck surface. This design has helped many exercisers have a more soft and gentle running and walking workout, especially when compared to jogging on the street outdoors. The Life Fitness treadmills simply put rubber cushions underneath the running deck to add shock absorption at every step.
Then the best innovation that added years to the longevity of the treadmill and reduced maintenance was the self-waxing belt lubrication system. This innovation was one of the best things that came to the professional fitness center. This automatically adds liquid wax lubrication to the underside of the running belt when it is needed. This reduces the friction between the treadmill running belt and running deck and has saved many thousands of dollars in maintenance and repairs for the hard working gym owner and health club.
Another great treadmill is the Precor treadmill and it has all the best features and programs and can stand up to 15 hours a day of fitness center use. These treadmills can cost $6000 brand new but you can get one for much less if you get a remanufactured model in like new condition. When you factor in how many hours these treadmills perform and how many customers they satisfy it is money well invested.
It is our opinion and our advice has always been the same to consumers who are looking to buy a treadmill. If you plan on using your treadmill for at least 3 hours a week, then you are better off buying a refurbished commercial treadmill for $2000-$2,500 than you are buying a new treadmill for $1000.
The WOODWAY treadmill is in a class all by itself. The price tag can be $12,000 or more but it’s worth the investment if your business is an athletic training facility. The WOODWAY treadmill has a running surface that is not a belt at all. The whole platform moves and can reach speeds of 15 miles per hour which is very FAST!
The Star Trac treadmill is one of the best-selling models and is seen inside the 24-hour fitness and Gold’s Gym fitness centers. You will spend $6,000 on a new one and as little as $1,800 for a remanufactured treadmill from Discount Online Fitness.
The Cybex treadmill has come back up to the top of the list and has improved to be the leader again all over the World. The Cybex International Company makes an phenomenal treadmill that is built like a tank and can handle the heaviest club members and run all day long.
The sleek Cybex treadmill design and heavy duty features makes it a World leader. You can buy one rebuilt like new for $2600 at Discount Online Fitness.
The MATRIX treadmill in the last 5 years has proven to be worthy to be put in the top 10 treadmills in the World. The review on this treadmill has proven it is built to last under 15 hours a day use. You can buy these for $2500 remanufactured at Discount Online Fitness.
FreeMotion Treadmills - made by fitness giants Icon Health & Fitness, the world’s largest manufacturer of exercise equipment who are responsible for HealthRider, ProForm, Reebok and Weslo brands also make Nordic Track exercise treadmills.
FreeMotion produce treadmills for both the domestic and commercial markets. Consistent across the entire range of FreeMotion treadmills is a generous sized running deck or belt, good cushioning and well-designed console displays sporting innovative features such as iFIT.
FreeMotion treadmills offer a premium, low-impact cardio workout that has all of the features and benefits of a commercial grade treadmill.
Some of the features found on FreeMotion treadmills include the QuickTouch feature that allows you to adjust both your speed and incline with the single touch of a button. You can adjust both your speed and incline in small increments in line with your individual fitness requirements.
Across the range FreeMotion treadmills employ commercial grade drive motors that ensure that you experience a smooth and quiet workout.
FreeMotion treadmills are available with a variety of built-in programs such as the Interval, Fit Test, Custom and All Terrain in order to provide comprehensive strength and aerobic conditioning.
Most models have high resolution LCD consoles that display essential workout data such as speed, pace, distance, time, incline, calories, calories per hour, and pulse.
Many FreeMotion treadmills utilize the iFIT Technology in association with Jillian Michaels Personal Training. This technology is like having your own personal trainer. The iFIT cards automatically change the speed and incline on the treadmill, and additionally provides audible coaching in order to keep the customer motivated.
Precor Treadmills - endorsed by fitness experts around the world for their reliability, ease of use, and aesthetic appeal.
Precor exercise treadmills innovative software and superior hardware are merged to provide the variety, efficiency, and comfort that will keep you moving toward your personal fitness goals.
Being a higher end exercise treadmill with a higher price point, it’s no surprise that Precor exercise treadmills usually attracts the more serious (and affluent) runner.
Their reputation amongst fitness professionals for hugely powerful motors, oversized running decks and fitness club quality electronic consoles goes some way to justifying the higher price tag.
The industry renowned treadmill evaluation complied by fitness magazine Runners World placed Precor in their top ten treadmills. Scoring well for stability, cushioning, quietness and pace accuracy they outperformed many other well recognized exercise treadmills.
It’s also worth noting that Precor exercise treadmills have received favorable comments from nearly all fitness experts and rank highly amongst all other fitness treadmills.
Star Trac Treadmills - recognised in commercial fitness gyms across the world, so you’d expect Star Trac exercise treadmills to reside at the pinnacle of the consumer fitness equipment marketplace too. And if price is commensurate of quality then Star Trac treadmills must be one of the best because they’re certainly one of the most expensive.
Introducing their first commercial exercise treadmill back in 1974, Star Trac has grown into one of the most recognized brands in the fitness equipment industry. According to their sales literature more than 2 million people in over 65 countries use Star Trac exercise equipment every day in fitness facilities and at home.
Star Trac exercise treadmills are undoubtedly well built. They are renowned for their reliability and low maintenance. These treadmills are a high end product but can still be used for home use.
If you are in the market to buy a commercial grade machine for home exercise or if you are looking to stock your fitness center, you can’t go wrong with Star Trac exercise treadmills.
Landice treadmills were recently voted #1 by leading fitness Magazine Runner's World for customer satisfaction.
Landice exercise treadmills have over 35 years field experience in the harshest fitness club environments.
Landice treadmills are the fathers of the exercise treadmill industry - they've been producing 'only' treadmills since 1967. They are well-known for their high-quality and commercial grade components, and continue to appear high-up in 'top 10' treadmill ratings and reviews.
Comparing the different models in the Landice range can be confusing so here is an expalanation to enable you to decide which Landice Light Commercial or Full Commercial treadmill will meet your fitness needs.
The only difference between a Pro Sports Trainer, Cardio Trainer and Executive Trainer is the display. The Pro Sports Trainer has a basic display, while the Executive has an "amazing" display. By viewing each product, you can take a look at the display.
The difference between the L7, L8 and L9 treadmills is the rollers and deck length. They get heavier and more durable as you go up, and the running surface gets longer.
The L7’s are available in the LTD (Light Commercial) and Club (Full Commercial) versions.
The L8’s are available in the LTD (Light Commercial) version only.
So what does Landice have to offer the home fitness and gym user?
Well, if Smoothfitnesss represent the very best value in treadmills then Landice is simply the very best in treadmills. You really do get a lot of machine from Landice. With the L9 Executive there really isn't much more that you could ask for from an exercise treadmill.
Landice uses a 3 hp continuous duty drive motor. Made in the USA, this motor can continuously deliver 3 hp without overheating.
Landice treadmills use better flywheels - sparing no expense, Landice uses a state-of-the-art custom flywheel, providing us with the highest inertia in the industry.
Landice treadmills use the finest treadbelts - Lift up the edge of a Landice treadbelt and count the number of layers. You will easily see the 4 layers which make up the treadbelt.
Compare this to other exercise treadmills. You will notice that most use a 2-ply treadbelt. Although costing significantly more, this 4-ply belt provides twice the strength of a 2-ply belt.
If a really high tech, entertaining and information feedback rich display panel is your thing then the Landice Executive models will really impress. The L7, L8 and L9 "Executive" models posess THE very best and most impressive displays available in exercise treadmills.
Landice offer a good range of exercise treadmills ideal for home use. The L7 and L8 series are robust machines with strong four-ply tread belts, thick decks and lots of control panel options. The L series treadmill models are available with one of several control panels » Executive Trainer, Cardio Trainer, and Pro Sports Trainer.
The Executive Trainer has some nifty fitness features with a computer-animated video display, built-in programs, user programs, and wireless interactive heart rate control. The control panels are easy-to-use and their features do well to give you extra motivation and enjoyment.
The popular commercial Landice treadmills are the LTD and Club series. The L7 and L8 commercial series include models such as the L7 LTD Pro Sports, L7 LTD Club Pro Sports, Cardio Trainer, Club Cardio Trainer, Landice L8 LTD Pro Sports, Executive Trainer and more.
The L9 Club Series are another addition to a quality fitness line-up with Landice treadmills having the option of one of three different control panels.
If you're looking for quality commercial treadmills and/or you're an athlete or more serious user of exercise treadmills, then a robust Landice treadmill is a good choice. Their solid reputation for construction and design continue to make them one of the best treadmill producers.
Although expensive, if you can afford it Landice exercise treadmills are one of the - best treadmill money can buy.
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