Life Fitness Treadmills

Walking is the most natural of cardio movements and requires no learning curve.

Leading Manufacturers are their position clear. They've improved and adapted their product to meet consumers' ever-changing needs. The quality and technology [of treadmills] are light years ahead of where they were even 10 years ago.

Significant improvements include enhanced durability, speed response (consistency of power delivery), user interface and feedback, and heart rate [monitoring].

And, there is something out there for every fitness center's needs. "Most treadmills from leading manufacturers offer good durability and performance, and can be had in choices of simple displays, [or with] eye-catching dot matrix/LED combinations with integrated screens and entertainment-ready.

Fitness facilities looking to serve older or obese members, or to create a more environment-friendly facility, will soon find more treadmills to meet their needs, as well. Machines with very low start speeds, ergonomic designs and more cushioning are hitting the market for older and obese exercisers. Treadmills that use less electricity are also available for facilities that aim to "go green."
Worth the investment.

A treadmill is a big-ticket item in any fitness center, and it's in your best interest to make it worth the investment. There are at least two variables that help to determine how long your new treadmill will last: amount of use and maintenance. "Preventive maintenance is really the magic bullet, since a clean and well-serviced treadmill can last two to three times longer (or more) than a non-serviced unit. The drive system on a well-serviced machine can last for 10 years, even in a high-use setting. But take away the regular service and that can easily drop to three years. ... The other big wear items, bed and belt, also have variable life spans that depend on maintenance and other factors, such as [if] the deck [is] reversible. That said, even a well-maintained bed and belt system may need to be replaced every three to four years in a mid- to high-use setting.

When purchasing treadmills for your fitness facility, consider the cost of operation, as well as potential service issues inherent with the machine's design and drive system. Beyond that, club owners should consider the aesthetics of the treadmills - will it be inviting to members - as well as the interface - will it be easy for members to use while also offering compelling visual feedback.

The most popular treadmill sold today is the:
Life Fitness 95ti treadmill

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