Livestrong Treadmill Review – What To Know Before You Buy
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Livestrong Treadmill Review – What To Know Before You Buy
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Thinking about a Livestrong treadmill? Wondering if it’s the right treadmill for you?
Livestrong currently produces 3 home treadmills ranging from $799 up to $1299. They are a fairly new brand to the market, having been introduced a couple of years back. Livestrong is endorsed by a famous cycling athlete however the brand itself is manufactured by Johnson – one of the largest fitness equipment makers in the world.
(Johnson also produces the higher end Matrix and Vision brand names).
So what about the treadmills themselves? Well here are some of the main advantages and disadvantages to help you decide if they are right for you:
#1) Strong Motors
Livestrong puts some decent motors into their units from 2.5 HP motors up to 3.0 HP. Since the motor is the heart of your treadmill, you want a strong, well-built motor that can withstand heavy use. Livestrong motors also are covered by a lifetime warranty which can help protect your investment and give you an idea of the quality of parts used.
#2) Interactive Workouts
The new models (the 10.0 and 13.0) come with Livestrong interactive technology. You get a USB device included with the treadmill and can go online to download new workouts that are designed by a professional personal strength and conditioning coach.
#3) Sleek, Easy-To-Read Consoles
The consoles on these treadmills are clean, sleek-looking and easy-to-use.
The higher end models (the 10.0 and up) have a bright, easy-to read backlit LED screen to view your workout stats (So even if lighting in your workout area is limited, you can still easily see your stats).
They also include hand grip heart rate monitors so you can monitor your heart rate and 2 cupholders (great for a remote or a bottle of water).
#4) Adjustable Cushioning
This feature lets you tailor the workout to your personal feel and preferences. You can adjust the running surface from a softer feel all the way up to a harder, more road-like surface feel. Just use the two adjustable cushioning sliders on either side of the deck to choose your cushioning level.
#5) Fitness Journal
Want to track your progress? It’s easy with the Livestrong fitness journal. You can set a weekly or even lifetime goal, see your stats over time, your previous workout stats and more. This is an easy way to “journal” your progress and see how far you’ve come over time.
#6) iPod dock with Speakers
Although this is becoming a pretty regular feature, it’s still very popular with buyers. You can plug in your iPod or mp3 player and listen to your favorite workout tunes through the built-in speakers. This alone can help make your workout more enjoyable.
So those are some of the main advantages of Livestrong treadmills. Are there any disadvantages?
While these aren’t really disadvantages, there are a few things you should know. First of all, Livestrong is not as well known as other brands. Because they are a newer brand (manufactured by an old heavyweight in the industry) they haven’t had the time to build up as much press or fanfare as some other brands.
The upside to this is that you’re not necessarily paying a premium for “the name”. Also, Livestrong treadmills don’t have all the “bells and whistles” as some other brand (like built-in TVs, carb counters etc.). This may or may not matter to you.
Overall however if you’re looking for a strong treadmill that is slightly underpriced for what you get (because it is newer and you aren’t paying for “a name”), then you’ll probably really love this treadmill brand.
One final advantage is – if you know where to buy – you can often get Free Shipping AND inside delivery with Livestrong (most sellers charge you $75 or more for inside delivery). So that alone can save you $250 plus the back strain of moving the treadmill yourself.
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