Treadmills come with a plethora of benefits. From being able to workout in a climate-controlled facility or building and being able to build a cardiovascular endurance base (as well as leg strength) to having choices at your fingertips for workouts and resistance/incline levels – you’ll definitely get the most bang for your buck with this versatile piece of fitness equipment.
From beginners to advanced athletes alike, a treadmill can aid in training for races and even being a part of a workout program regarding active recovery days.
With so many different brands of treadmills out on the market today, it can be an overwhelming decision when deciding on a treadmill for your home or office use. Factors like ease of use, availability of workout programs, Wifi accessibility, and even the type of tread on the belt can seem like it’s got you in an avalanche of information!
To help narrow down some choices for you, we’re going to take a look at the ProForm Pro 2000 and the NordicTrack EXP 10i treadmills; both are excellent, well-known fitness manufacturers that produce quality equipment. Now all you have to do is decide which machine sounds like it would be best for you and your fitness goals!
ProForm Pro 2000
The Pro 2000 comes in at $1,499, and includes a membership to iFit for the entire family for 30 days. If you’d like to continue the iFit membership after the 30 days, it’s $39 a month. iFit allows you and your family access to a virtual online network of interactive training sessions, fitness tracking, and workouts and classes from all over the world – all from the comfort of your home. The iFit virtual trainers are also able to adjust your speed and incline while you are streaming your workouts, allowing you to reach your goals while they adjust your intensity levels!
The Pro 2000 has a 20”x 60” treadmill deck made with ReBound Pro cushioning and a workout fan at the bottom of the treadmill console to keep you cool through your longest runs. These workouts can be viewed on a 10” high definition screen and pair beautifully with dual 2” speakers that are Bluetooth accessible. Space is also a consideration for buying a treadmill, and the Pro 2000 can be folded away when not in use.
NordicTrack EXP 10i
The EXP 10i from NordicTrack also comes in at $1,499, and includes an iFit family membership for 30 days. If you want to continue your iFit membership past the 30 day trial period, prices will resume at the current rate for iFit. This iFit membership, like the Pro 2000, allows you access to trainers and over 17,000 workouts – plenty of variety to prevent boredom and help you reach your fitness goals.
With the ability to track all of your workout statistics and use Google maps to walk or run virtually all over the world, the iFit membership can undoubtedly increase your enjoyment of exercise!
The iFit community and subsequent workouts can be viewed on a 10” high definition touchscreen. They can be heard from the two 2” digitally amplified speakers, allowing access to Bluetooth. The tread belt measures 20”x 60” and is designed with FlexSelect cushioning. An AutoBreeze fan will enable you to stay cool as you workout and has an integrated tray to hold a water bottle or cell phone. Lastly, the SpaceSaver Design allows you to put away your treadmill when you’re not using it – perfect for any room in the house.
