A look at the Proform 495 PI treadmill

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Here is a closer look at the Proform 495 PI treadmill. Proform treadmills are great for beginners. They are good priced and of decent quality. The prices usually will run you around $500-1500. Each of the different models, and prices come with different options and features.

Lets look at what is offered with the Proform 495 PI treadmill.

  • The average price is around $400-$500 depending on where you purchase the treadmill.
  • The standard shipping is around $20.
  • There is an extended warranty available in many cases for up to three years. However, this is per in home warranty options. So check out the options when you are looking at where to make the purchase.
  • The running area is 50" so there is plenty of room for full strides walk, or some jogging.
  • There is some shock absorbency build into the design. The system used is the Isolators Cushioning System. Great for sore muscles, and ligament issues.
  • There is a 1.5 to 10% incline capability.
  • You can get up to 10 miles per hour.
  • There are several different speed adjustments.
  • The display for calories, and distance is in LCD format.
  • The belt size is 16 inches by 50 inches.
  • The overall weight is about 150 lbs.
  • There is a 2.25 horsepower motor.
  • This size motor is set up to handle both walking and jogging, and should last for a few years time as long as it is kept in good condition.
  • There is a great heart rate monitor to help make sure that you are staying within the recommended heart rate, and still getting enough of a cardio workout.

The Proform treadmills have been making it possible for many years for all. They have always been priced to meet most any budget.

The come from under one of the largest health and fitness equipment manufacturers of this day and age. That of Icon Heath and Fitness is the company that backs up this product.

The space saving look, design and functions make this an easier treadmill to purchase and use. They have the fold away option for many of the homeowners, that simply do not have a person gym yet.

The Proform treadmills are commonly considered one of the most reliable treadmills that are available at a cheep price. The main thing is that unless you purchase an extended warranty, you will simply have in most cases the 90-day warranty that the manufacturer offers. So it would be a good idea to check into the extended warranty. They are usually not that expensive. Even though these treadmills are built well, it is not a bad idea to have something in place for repair or replacement.

If for you needs, it would be better for higher prices, longer warranties treadmill, you may want to do a little more looking. However if you want to get a good feel of how working out your cardio with a treadmill, this is a great place to start.

The pros to this machine are all of the benefits listed above, and they all come at a great price. This is a great place to get you started to building a better and healthier body.

The cons are the warranties. They just are not as long as many would like. However, the main thing is that you can purchase the extended warranty if you check out some of the options.

Overall this is a closer look at the 495 PI treadmills. Hopefully it will give you and idea of what you would be purchasing, and what you will be able to enjoy some great cardio work, for your better health.

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