Bowflex Treadclimber TC5000 Treadmill Product Review

Bowflex, creators of a fantastic line of fitness equipment, have married the benefits of a treadmill with the benefits of an elliptical and a stair climber. Let's explore what you get for your money...

The Treadclimber provides a high intensity cardiovascular workout suitable for daily training or advanced athletes. It also provides a gentle walking pace for beginners, with the ability to adapt and grow with your as you achieve greater levels of fitness.

The machine offers users the opportunity to tone muscle, burn calories, reach an optimal heart rate and get a good cardiovascular workout. And do it without running a single step. The Treadclimber has the potential to gradually increase the level of difficulty to meet your progress throughout your level of endurance.

Who would benefit from this machine?

Anyone who wants a more efficient workout. The Treadclimber burns up to 157 percent more calories than a treadmill at same speed/time. That makes your workout more efficient. You get more done or get done faster.

Anyone who is attempting to come back from an injury and who needs a more low impact workout. The Treadclimber spares sore joints and aching muscles the repetitive pounding of running or aerobics.

Those new to exercise who want to gradually build into a regular routine. The Treadclimber can sit right in your living room, so you can watch tv or watch the kids play as you get in your calorie burn.

Older exercisers and those with joint issues who need the added protection. The machine has many safety features, a hand rail and slower speeds, so you can walk in the comfort and protection of your own home.

Anyone who wants to save space. Not only does this machine combine three products into one, it is smaller and more compact that a treadmill, requiring a lesser fingerprint. All it needs is one corner of your room.

The Treadclimber's calorie calculations are more accurate as they are based on body weight, intensity, distance and speed.

Some people have developed physical problems from their use of ellipticals. The Treadclimber gives you a similar workout, but without the tendency to toe-in or stress your knees. It also leaves your hands free to hold on to the bars or to lift or carry weights as you become more fit.

The Treadclimber would work well in combination with road running, a treadmill, a spin bike and free weights for advanced athletes or anyone who wants to develop a circuit routine or build a full home gym.

Features

The machine costs from $2200 to $2500. For that price, you get a commercial grade motor that is durable and lasts, with a speed range of 0.7-4.0 MPH.

Instead of a belt, the Treadclimber works from a dual treadle system that rises to meet each step. The incline adjusts to a 12% maximum.

Extras include an integrated wireless heart monitor.

The machine weighs approximately 185 lbs and can handle a maximum weight of 300 lbs. Its dimensions are 46 x 30 x 55.25 inches (length x width x height).