Best Treadmill
The best treadmill is the one that gives the optimum result, i.e. weight loss as well as high quality performance. People buy treadmills according to their requirements, such as, some may want a folding treadmill due to lack of space in their house, some want one with a high incline which would simulate walking on a hill, some want it for running, some want it for heavy running similar to the ones you would find in a health club and some just want it for plain walking.
These days' treadmills available in the market come equipped with many extra features some of which are useful, while some are just there to grab the customer's attention. However the features that would make the treadmill you are purchasing worth its salt are:
It should have at least 2.0 horsepower.
The belt should be at least 18 inches wide and 48 inches long.
The deck should be quarter of an inch thick.
Incline should not be less than 10%.
Speed should be between 5 and 12 mph.
The LCD display panel should be show all required information accurately and clearly.
Push button controls are preferable.
There should be a safety lock if you have children, to avoid injury.
There should be automatic shutoff in case of emergency.
It should have a lifetime warranty, against manufacturing defects and a warranty of one to three years for parts and labor.
Following are the best treadmills at a specific price range.
(Under $500): Weslo C42 treadmill is the lowest priced folding treadmill available. It monitors heart rate through a thumb pulse. It has a 2.0 motor, speed of 10mph and an incline of 10%.
($500 - $999): Smooth 5.25 treadmill is one of the best selling machines at this price. It has a large running surface, handgrip heart rate monitoring and a lifetime warranty on the motor!
($1000 - $1999): Smooth 7.1HR PRO treadmill takes over from 7.1HR. You can fold it by a simple touch of a button. It also has heart rate control and chest strap.
($2000 - $2999): Smooth 9.17 HRO has an oversized deck and 12 workout programs making this the perfect machine for even the most serious runner. Also includes wireless heart rate control.
($3000 - $3999):Precor M9.33 treadmill has thirteen specific workout programs; heart rate monitoring and also two user profiles can be stored. A treadmill at the top of its range. Maximum speed is 11mph.
(Above $4000): Life Fitness T7i best treadmill has an immense running deck and enough workout programs to keep the most dedicated runner busy. Has a powerful motor of 3.0 while maximum speed is 12mph.