One of the most popular pieces of fitness equipment in just about any corporate or commercial center is the treadmill – and for good reasons! This machine not only helps improve your cardiovascular health but can aid in helping you lose weight, strengthen the lower body, and decrease anxiety and depression…and that’s just a few of the benefits.
Although walking or running outside certainly has its benefits, using a treadmill can be helpful in many different situations. Treadmills are a perfect choice for those needing indoor equipment if you live in an area with inclement weather. After all, no need to deter your training if you can bring it inside.
With so many brands of treadmills (and just fitness equipment in general) on the market today, it can be overwhelming to narrow down some choices and see what fits your fitness needs the best. So today, we’re going to discuss two brands that offer something unique – and that’s the ability for the treadmill to fold up and slide away when needed. Perfect for those with limited space, these treadmills are convenient and easily maneuverable….so let’s dive in and check out two of the top performers in this category!
ProForm City L6 Treadmill
The ProForm City 6 treadmill is currently priced at $599, including a month-long membership to the iFit community (a continued membership after those 30 days is $39 per month). Within the iFit community, you can stream live workouts and access virtual trainers, all of whom can motivate you to reach your goals and tweak your training variables when necessary. In addition, thousands of activities are available at your disposal, so you never need to worry about becoming bored or hitting a plateau.
Are you worried about having the treadmill overheat while chipping away at your miles? No worries with the City L6 – this treadmill has a drive system that can cool itself down, no matter how quickly you are running! In addition, the rollers in this treadmill are also specially designed to be quieter during your workout while providing appropriate balance – perfect for those early morning risers who don’t want to wake the family while also having a firm grip on the treadmill!
With a weight capacity of 250 pounds and the ability to reach speeds up to 8 mph, the City L6 is designed with everyone in your family in mind. The City L6 treadmill can easily fold away, and the easy roll wheels make sliding your equipment under a desk or bed a breeze. In addition, the handrail and corresponding holder for a tablet or iPad can be lowered so that everything is out of the way when not needed.
Treadly Treadmill
The Treadly treadmills currently range from $699 for the Treadly 2 Basic to $799 for the Treadly 2 Pro. The big difference between these two treadmills from Treadly is the ability for the Pro version to be controlled from a mobile app and the ability for you to correspond with the online fitness community. The exciting thing about the Treadly treadmills is that they are thin – much thinner than other treadmills you might have seen.
Standing less than 4″ tall, these treadmills can slip easily underneath a bed or couch, perfect for smaller spaces where a larger footprint treadmill might take up space you don’t have at the moment. A handrail is provided, which can fold down toward the treadmill’s belt and has all the controls you need to log your miles with ease.
With the ability to be used on both carpet and hardwood floors, the aluminum frame has a weight limit of 265 pounds. The biggest catch with the Treadly treadmills is the speed – if you want to run, the maximum speed is only 5 mph, while the fastest you can walk is 3.7 mph. While this might deter those looking for higher intensities, it’s suitable for those looking to incorporate movement in between work sessions or needing a walking break after a long day in the office.
Treadly also offers a virtual community, allowing you to join others for a workout and track your stats such as distance, steps, and calories burned with the Treadly IOS app on the 2 Pro version.
The Bottom Line
The Proform City L6 and the Treadly are high-quality treadmills that will last for years with care. However, we suggest that if you are a runner or like to train with intensity that the Proform City L6 is the better option for you. Let us know if you have any questions.
