★ Best Folding Treadmills
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Folding Treadmills Are Perfect For Small Spaces
These space saving treadmills have the same great features that you look for in a treadmill, but they can fold up and out of the way when not in use. This makes them perfect for small apartments and smaller rooms.
At one time folding treadmills were a bit difficult to fold up and often the deck dropped like a rock when you opened them causing safety issues.
However, you will find that much has changed and that most folding models today fold up with a simple push of a button and will lower very slowly.
When a new model folding treadmill unfolds the deck gradually, slowly and safely lowers to the ground. You'll still see some older used folding treadmills (like many found at yard sales) drop quickly, but all of the folding treadmills on this page will fold and unfold safely.
On this page you'll find several different brands and styles of folding treadmills and we're sure that you'll find exactly what you're looking for in a space saving folding treadmill.
Contents at a Glance
Sole F80 Folding Treadmill
F80 Treadmill Updated 2012 Version With New Lower Price
The Sole F80, although one of of the top selling, most popular treadmills in the market before the release of this 2011 model will surely be the one that others will get compared to.The F80 treadmill has been reviewed as "The best treadmill in its price range" by both consumers and numerous consumer resources and it's easy to see why.
Putting everything else aside and only taking a look at the warranty on this Sole treadmill you will begin to see why many prefer to purchase a Sole treadmill. Only a company who has complete confidence in their products would offer such a generous warranty.
Limited Warranty: Lifetime on the Motor, Frame and Deck
For the Electronics, Belt and Rollers the warranty is for 5 years.
You also have 2 years of Labor with In-Home service.
Here is a quick rundown of the stats on the F80
F80 Motor: The motor is a 3.0 HP Continuous Duty, DC type. A continuous duty motor performs well while hitting the faster speeds and higher inclines for a longer time compared to a standard motor. This allows your workout to be smoother and have less hesitation.
Speed: 0.5 to 12 mph. Although there are those that can go faster, the average user will find the 12 MPH is more than fast enough. However if you are a runner and have been for a while, you may find the 12 MPH hold you back a bit. If you are not sure how fast 12 MPH is, try driving your car at that speed (on a side road) and you will notice how fast is actually is. It's about 5 minutes per mile as is a fairly good speed.
Incline: 15% maximum, with rack and pinion gear design for powerful, yet gentle raising and lowering of the deck incline.
When your treadmill raises and lowers you won't feel it bounce up and down, but will gradually ascend or descend.
Deck Size and Running Surface: The deck size is 33 X 80 and your running surface is 20 X 60. The deck does have cushioning which makes it easier on your joints compared to running on a non cushioned surface like the street. Both the deck and running surface is larger on this version than previous ones.
As expected, this folding treadmill does have an "easy assist" system for opening and closing so you will find it a snap instead of having to fight to get it open or to lift it up to close.
Heart Rate Control: The F80 has both a wireless chest strap - which is included and also hand pulse grips.
On the arm rest you will also find the convenient speed and incline buttons.
Although I would like it is this treadmill had more workout programs, the programs that it does have covers all of the major fitness and weight loss goals, so whether you are looking to just lose weight, work on your cardio, enhance your lung capacity, strenghten your muscles or reduce stress you'll find enough programs to satisfy.
The Sole F80 can accommodate a user weight of 350 pounds.
Sole Fitness F80 Treadmill
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ProForm Power 995 Folding Treadmill
iFit Live Compatible
However, don't let the low price fool you into believing that the 995 has limited features and is somewhat budget quality - as you would be completely mistaken.
You'll find that the Power 995 is quite an affordable treadmill with features and quality that is usually kept just for higher priced treadmills.
In this section we will briefly hit the high notes.
The ProForm Power 995 Treadmill has:
- 20 workout apps (workout programs) that allows you to reach your goals with a nice assortment of different workouts
- Nike + iPod® Compatible Track your progress. Remember that when you track your progress you are more likely to achieve your results more quickly and more efficiently.
- The 995 is iFit Live Compatible With iFit Live you can workout to Jillian Michaels, download new workout programs, workout to runs and trails from all over the world through Google Maps. Although this treadmill is iFit Live compatible you do have to purchase a wireless iFit Live adapter if you want to take advantage of the iFit Live programming.
- EKG heart rate sensors in the handlebars Now you can track and be sure to stay within your personal targeted heart rate zone.
- Elite shock absorbency to reduce stress on your joints
- A powerful 3.0 CHP Mach Z Commercial Motor
- Quick Speed and Incline Controls to adjust your workout on the fly
- A User Weight Limit of 325 Pounds
- And more
Plus you also have the following warranty: The ProForm Power 995 treadmill is protected with a Lifetime Motor Warranty, Lifetime Frame Warranty, 3-Year Parts and 1-Year Labor.
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Schwinn 860 Folding Treadmill
Schwinn Folding Treadmill
Schwinn 860 Treadmill
Amazon Price: $1,074.09 (as of 05/31/2012)
List Price: $2,199.00
20 workout programs, including 9 course profiles, 4 heart rate controlled programs, 5k and 10k courses, and 2 custom workouts which should give you more than enough workouts to get you going and keep you going.
Powerful treadmill for the home with a 3.0 HP motor, 12 MPH maximum speed, and a 12 percent incline. By increasing the speed and incline you can burn more calories (and fat)) in less time.
Cushioned walking/running surface area (20 x 58 inches); Softrak suspension deck reduces impact to joints
10-year warranty on motor, 10 years on frame, 1 year on electronics
This treadmill has a maximum user weight capacity of 300 pounds and although that may not be above your weight, it would have been nice to see this treadmill be available for heavier users.
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Fat Burning Treadmill Workout
Bowflex Folding Series 7 Treadmill
Bowflex Series 7 Treadmill
Amazon Price: $1,299.00 (as of 05/31/2012)
The Bowflex Series 7 treadmill
With 15 workout programs, including two heart rate programs, two programs that you can create and customize, and a body mass index test you'll have a nice variety to help keep you and your body motivated.
When you are looking for a good cardio workout but don't have much room, then this folding treadmill from Bowflex may be the right one for you.
You already know the Bowflex name but you may not have known that they have a nice line of treadmills including this extremely popular one.
With both Grip and telemetric heart rate monitors help you measure your fitness level while 15 workout programs help you to stay motivated and on your way to your fitness goals.
If you are not familiar with the phrase "telemetric heart rate monitor" it is another way of describing a chest strap heart rate monitor belt.
The Series 7 also has a large 20 by 60 inch walking/running surface area.
Quick incline and quick-speed keys offer easy access to desired settings while the 3 speed fan helps to keep you a bit cooler and more comfortable while you are exercising.
Warranty:
Frame - 15 years
Motor - 10 years
Parts - 2 years
Electronics and labor - 1 year
Nautilus T516 Treadmill Video
Nautilus T516 Folding Treadmill
Nautilus T516 Treadmill
Amazon Price: $1,379.98 (as of 05/31/2012)
List Price: $2,499.00
26 workout programs, including 4 custom user profiles, 9 time/distance courses, including pre-set 5k and 10k, as well as BMI and calorie goal settings.
This range of workouts will cover all of your fitness and/or weight loss goals.
While many treadmills may boast about the number of programs that they have ( and this treadmill does have a large quantity) having the 4 programs that you can create really gives you flexibility and control over your fitness decisions.
There are 4 Polar heart rate programs including ones that work with the telemetry, grip and chest belt ( and the belt is included with this model )
Powerful treadmill for the home with 3.2 HP motor and can reach speeds to 15 mile per hour and will incline up to 15%
There is a 350-pound maximum user weight which makes this a good treadmill for men who have been working on the bodybuilding efforts and want to add a cardio treadmill workout to their fitness program.
There is a 15-year warranty on motor, 15 years on the frame and 2 years on parts & electronics.
ProForm 590T Folding Treadmill
Consumer Magazine Best Buy!
iFit Workout Card Technology - Each card is designed by a Certified Personal Trainer and plugs directly into the treadmill's console, automatically adjusting your speed and incline, while the voice of a personal trainer takes you through each workout.
By purchasing additional cards you can expand the amount and type of workouts you do, so that you will never become bored and will be able to increase your fitness levels.
To learn more about iFit SD cards just visit my page which goes into a bit more detail iFit SD Card Workouts
If you have not used a treadmill with iFit card technology before, then I believe that you will be pleasantly surprised with what this technology can do for your workouts.
This treadmill has 12 Quick Calorie-Burn Workouts - Choose how many calories you want to burn and your treadmill will automatically adjust your speed and incline to match your needs. Choose between 12 workouts ranging from 200-750 calories.
One thing that you should know about calorie type workouts - while they can come fairly close in estimating how many calories you are burning, there are so many different variables that the numbers that you see are more like guesstimates and are not 100% accurate.
0-10% Quick Incline & 1-10 Mph quick speed. With just a simple push of a button you can easily change your speed or incline with no more scrolling -yeah!
Dual-Grip EKG Heart Rate Monitor with the sensors right in the handle grips so you don't have to wear a separate chest strap unless you prefer to.
This treadmill has 300 pound user weight capacity and like a few others highlighted on this page, I would have liked to have seen it be available to heavier users.
There is a video of this treadmill in action on the page (when you follow the link below) and you will be able to see and listen to some of the treadmill's highlights.
ProForm 590T Folding Treadmill
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Get to Know LifeSpan Fitness
LifeSpan Fitness TR4000i Folding Treadmill Featured in Runners
Before starting any new exercise, fitness or diet program you should get the OK from your doctor
We all have heard that it is extremely important to get a full checkup by our doctor before we begin a new workout program.
However, sadly many of us don't and that is a very big mistake.
It is possible that you have a medical condition that might prohibit you from taking part in certain activities, while on the other hand your doctor may even want to suggest certain activities.
Lifespan Folding Treadmills
Horizon Evolve SG Compact Folding Treadmill
Taking up just 59 x 23 x 48 inches of space when opened and only 59" long and 10" high, the Horizon Evolve SG Compact Treadmill can fit practically anywhere.
However, customers also like the fact that the SG arrives fully assembled, has a nice warranty (Frame - 10-years; motor - 5 years; electrical components, parts, and labor - 1 year ), audio in and a speaker system, heart rate monitor, speeds to 6 MPH and 2 workout programs.
No, this compact, folding treadmill doesn't have a ton of features, but if you are looking for a treadmill workout and you are short on space and don't want to spend a lot of month, then the Horizon Evolve SG treadmill is for you. Its one of Amazon's most popular selling folding treadmills and the customer reviews reflect customer satisfaction.
Horizon Evolve SG Compact Treadmill
Amazon Price: $499.98 (as of 05/31/2012)
Horizon Evolve SG Compact Treadmill Fits Practically Anywhere
Excellent Treadmill Workout
Merit Fitness Folding Treadmills
With prices in the $500 - $600 range they don't have every feature possible but can give you a good standard treadmill workout.
You will also find that these treadmills at the lower price end of the spectrum still have more features than higher priced ones from just a few years ago.
How much do you know about iFit and iFit Live?
Which do you like better?
Would you rather walk / run outside or in the privacy of your own home or apartment?
I prefer to walk or run outside because...
poddys says:
I would rather walk outside. We don't have space inside for any exercise equipment for a start, barely enough space for our Wii Fit, but walking in the open gives you a nice change of scenery and some fresh air. It's just difficult in the winter, and also like now when it's pouring down outside.
A treadmill inside my home is the better option for me because...
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What is the most important feature that you are looking for on a treadmill?
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poddys
Mar 17, 2012 @ 3:43 am | delete
- Excellent information on folding treadmills with some nice detailed reviews. This is exactly what I would be looking for if I was going to buy one. Nicely done, blessed.
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KwelX
Jan 7, 2012 @ 4:31 am | delete
- Nice lens and thanks for adding it to http://www.lens.edu.pl/
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alanwearing
Nov 20, 2011 @ 4:21 am | delete
- This a great Lens..Brilliant content and very informatve
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fitnessaffiliates
Oct 31, 2011 @ 10:31 am | delete
- Thanks for the lens and the great treadmill reviews. I wonder if folding treadmills are less stable overall. Some I've tried seem to be a bit shaky.
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The_Health_Lady
Oct 31, 2011 @ 7:24 pm | delete
- You will notice a bit of an insecure feeling on an older folding treadmill or an "off the wall brand" but those that are from major companies and are 3 years or younger have the same stability as a non folding treadmill. With some of the no name brands you will even have quite a lot of shaking and moving that's one really good reason why you should only purchase a name that you are familiar with.
Over the last few years the weight of folding treadmills have increased and changes in design let you run and workout on a folding treadmill just like any other treadmill, and you wouldn't even notice the difference.
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momsfunny May 2, 2011 @ 8:05 pm | delete
- I will buy one someday.
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Helene-Malmsio
Mar 13, 2011 @ 1:30 pm | delete
- Very informative lens about the best folding treadmills - hope it does really well for you. Big thumbs up from me.
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Fit_Over_40_Buzz
Sep 18, 2010 @ 11:55 pm | delete
- Very nice lens. Thanks. I gave you a thumbs up, because it's a nice lens.
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Nov 8, 2009 @ 5:53 pm | delete
- Excellent lens, I found it very informative; for those of us who are specifically looking for top rated treadmills, I recommend thorough research on the different brands; one general tip is to visit your local gym.
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by The_Health_Lady
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