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(More customer reviews)It always is a great feeling when you buy something site unseen and your expectations are exceeded. I was very hesitant at first to pay $1,000 for something without seeing it first, but I went ahead and figured if I was not happy I could always return it to Amazon. Prior to buying a did my share of research and found that the treamdill had won several recent awards and there were several features that drew my attention.
The PRO's:
#1 - When I jog on the treadmill there is NO movement in the console. This treadmill replaced our old Proform and the console would shake violently.
#2 - I really like the handlebar controls. It is nice when jogging to be able to adjust the speed and incline from the grips instead of slowing down and moving closer to the console to make the adjustments.
#3 - The USB feature and membership kit has been great for accountability and tracking. I don't think that I am using all the features yet but what I am using so far is great for logging.
#4 - The treadmill is very quiet even at the 5-6 mph range that I usually run at. The console does have the speakers and iPod jack but I have this set up in a den / game room where we have a TV so I have not needed to use the speakers yet.
#5 - The treadmill is easy to fold and unfold. I am not sure if this is standard or not but our old treadmill had the pin on the side that you had to pull to lock it into the side of the frame when folded and when you unfolded all the weight was on you when you lowered. This treadmill has shocks and you just push the shock with the foot and the treadmill unfolds itself.
#6 - We are trying to get the family involved more in fitness and being active. I just got the boys a heavy bag and getting them to use the treamdill as well. The treadmill has a step counting feature...which is really fun for us to play games with the boys like --- who can go 1,000 steps the fastest. things to try to keep their interest and make it fun for them.
#7 - Assembly and delivery was easier than expected although see Con's below for one trouble spot
#8 - This really has nothing to do with the performance but the design and aesthetics are really nice. The old treadmill was big, black and an eye sore and we tried to keep it out of the way (out of sight out of mind) but this treamdill has nice platinum colors and looks really nice in the room.
The Cons:
#1 - To date the only con that I have is the treadmill is almost fully assembled in the box. However you do need to attach the console and make the wire connections. The issue that I had was that there is a three sets of wires...they are color coded and labeled which was fine but you have to be carefull where you house the wires when putting on the back cover.
Overall our family is VERY pleased with the treadmill. It really is exciting to see our kids being more active as well. I would strongly recommend this treamdill.
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LifeSpan TR 1200i Folding Treadmill (2011 Model)The LifeSpan TR1200i folding treadmill is durable, reliable, and loaded with valuable features, helping you walk, jog, or run with confidence in the comfort of your own home. The treadmill's pleasing design includes safe and convenient handlebar controls, which let you control your speed and incline without ever removing your hands from the handlebars. As a result, you can run or walk without fear of losing your concentration or balance while adjusting your pace. The TR1200i is also built for comfort and power, with a 2.5-horsepower motor, 2.5-inch front rollers, a spacious 20-by-56-inch running surface, and a biomechanically sound deck suspension system that supports people up to 300 pounds. And to help you track your workout progress, the treadmill automatically saves your exercise data to your USB storage device. Once the info is saved, you can upload it to your personal online LifeSpan Fitness Club account, giving you access to exercise programs and detailed reports of your exercise and health results.
The centerpiece of the TR1200i, however, is the multicolored LCD console, which offers several simultaneous readouts and exercise programs to help you achieve your health and fitness goals. The display tracks your time, calories, distance, steps, heart rate, speed, and incline level, with large soft-touch keys helping you get started and control your momentum. More importantly, the console offers 17 preset workout programs that help you vary your exercise routine--a critical factor for people trying to get in shape. The TR1200i's workout programs, which are designed by exercise physiologists to keep you safe and motivated, are grouped by exercise motivation, so you can quickly choose a workout that's right for you. All programs include 20 different segments, each with its own speed and inline level set according to the purpose of the program.
In addition to the preset programs, the treadmill offers two My Zone heart rate control programs and two custom programs. The My Zone Constant program keeps your heart rate at a constant level--thereby using your heart rate as a fitness tool--while the My Zone Interval program lets you enter your own minimum and maximum hear rate. As you exercise, the treadmill speed and incline will automatically adjust to keep your heart rate at the preferred level. By contrast, the custom programs are fully adaptable to your favored workout formula. That's because you're in charge of setting the speed and incline level for each of the 20 program segments, and then saving them for future use.
As a bonus, when you purchase a LifeSpan TR1200i treadmill, you automatically receive a membership to the LifeSpan Fitness Club. This comprehensive online health management program, powered by the Interactive Health Partner, lets you select exercise programs, track and manage your fitness and health results, and receive motivating support as you work toward achieving your goals. The LifeSpan Fitness Club is easy to use: each time you work out on the TR1200i, the treadmill automatically saves your exercise results on your LifeSpan USB storage device. Because the USB device is personalized with your age, gender, and weight, not only do you bypass setup screens, you also receive accurate calorie calculations based on your data. Every 20 seconds during your workout, the console will then record your heart rate, minutes, miles, steps, and calories. After your workout, you simply upload your results to your personalized online account on your computer using the USB device. You'll then have access to a full set of detailed reports and fun facts that you can analyze or share with friends, family, fitness coaches, or physicians.
Other details include a set of built-in, high-quality speakers and a iPod/headphone jack, making it easy to listen to music as you walk or run; an Intelli-Step step-counting feature that works like a pedometer; 15 incline levels.
Specifications:
Belt size: 20 by 56 inches
Drive motor: 2.5-horsepower continuous-duty DC
Belt type: 2 ply
Incline motor: 800-pounds maximum lift
Rollers: 2.5 inches (front), 2 inches (rear)
Speed: 0.5 to 11 miles per hour
Incline: 15 levels
Deck suspension: 6 variable-density elastomers
Deck: 3/4-inch phenolic
Folding system: EZ Drop
Side rails: Nonslip plastic
Full dimensions: 33 by 54 by 70 inches (W x H x D)
Folded dimensions: 39 by 66 by 33 inches
Capacity: 300 pounds
Manufacturer's Warranty Lifetime on the frame and motor, 3 years on parts, 1 year on labor
About PCE Health and Fitness Founded in 1994 in Park City, Utah, PCE Health and Fitness has established a reputation for innovation, quality, and community responsibility. In 2001, the company introduced the LifeSpan line of fitness equipment targeting the over-55, value-conscious consumer. The award-winning line of exercise equipment is now sold by fitness retailers across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, and has grown to include both a high-value home series and a pro series that targets the high-end home user and the institutional customer. The company's awards include a Gold Medal Excellence Award from the Industrial Design Society of America, the Treadmill Doctor Best New Treadmill of the Year, and multiple Best Buy and Recommend Buy awards from the Consumer Guide and many others.
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