Paradigm Fitness Walking Electric Treadmill Review
Paradigm Fitness Walking Electric Treadmill
Looking for a basic treadmill? Check out this one! It is exactly what I was searching for: no frills, level walking area, monitors time, distance, calories & walking speed. I agree that the walking area is short but I am 5'3" which works perfectly for me. I can see that it may be a problem for those with long strides.
It weighs 100 pounds which required my nephew's strength to carry into the house. The assembly is fairly easy. The walking area/belt is already assembled. The arms & legs have to be attached (easy). The display unit has to have its electric connections connected (fairly easy). Then attach the display unit to the designated front bar (also fairly easy). You are supposed to apply the enclosed oil to the belt once a year (already done before it ships for the first year). This item is supposed to hold a 350 pound person. I think it would.
My only complaint about this treadmill is that it is very difficult to restart after pulling the "kill switch" (which I did test). I followed the directions in the booklet which comes with this and it still took several manual restarts before the treadmill would operate. I repeated this several times to see if it still followed this pattern and it does. However, it is very easy to power the treadmill down or just hit the stop switch to stop it so I cannot see a real need for the kill switch.
I let my feet roll of the belt and still had no problems regaining balance ( I am 62 years old & not as agile as once was). Of course, I would never allow children or animals around this without adult supervision while it is running.
The electronic display has a button to start and stop the machine as well as a control to increase/decrease the speed & mode, reset, set buttons all which function properly. It also displays the speed, time, etc. On the right arm are buttons to increase/decrease speed. On the left arm are buttons for on/off & mode. It is very easy to hit these buttons and I have shut down the machine many times by accidentally hitting the off/on button. The machine has to run a minimum of 4 minutes before it is turned off or you have to do the manual shut down/restart (a pain in the uh-huh). I have put a wire near this button to keep my hand from hitting the button accidentally.
I had a treadmill years ago which was too loud to hear tv nearby. This treadmill is fairly quiet. I have no problems watching tv while walking and can talk on phone with no problems
I needed a level treadmill as I have several problems with a foot. This treadmill is great for my needs. I will watch to see how it works a year from now. So far I love it!
Paradigm Fitness Walking Electric Treadmill Feature
- In-home treadmill designed for fitness walking; 4 MPH maximum speed
- 1.5 HP motor for reliable performance; ground-level walking surface and wide side rails
- LCD displays time, distance, calories burned and speed for easy reference
- Folds for space-saving storage and moves easily on built-in wheels
- 350-pound maximum user weight; 1-year warranty for frame and 5 years for motor
Paradigm Fitness Walking Electric Treadmill Overview
The Paradigm Fitness Walking Electric Treadmill is designed specifically for safety and a weight capacity of up to 350lbs. Its belt speed ranges from .4 to 4mph for easy and higher speed fitness walking. Extra long safety handles provide walking security and balance at any speed. The heavy duty steel frame is reinforced to provide low impact walking, but also stability. The Paradigm Fitness Walking Treadmill is ready to use out of the box with minimal assembly. The treadmill belt size is 16"x36" with extra wide side rails for easy on and off. A speed control button is located on the handle bar to make it very easy to raise and lower the speed of the treadmill belt. The warranty on the treadmill motor is 5 years and 1 year limited warranty on the frame. The treadmill will fold for storage and can move easily on transportation wheels. The computer with an LCD window features time, distance, calorie burn, and speed readouts. The Fitness Walking treadmill makes walking easy and fun and fitness experts say that a good brisk walking pace, can burn as many calories as running on a treadmill. The motor is a 1.5HP rated motor that is durable and reliable. The ground level walking surface makes for secure and easy on and off for older users who want to feel comfortable and safe on a treadmill.
Paradigm Fitness Walking Electric Treadmill Specifications
Stay on track for your exercise goals with the Paradigm Fitness walking treadmill, a lower-powered treadmill that's designed just for walking in the home--perfect for use during inclement weather or whenever you get a chance for an exercise break. It features an extra-wide belt that's designed for safe and effective fitness walking. The ground-level walking surface and wide side rails make it easy to get on and off the treadmill, while extra-long safety handles provide a convenient grip for enhanced security and balance. A speed control button is located on the handle bar to make it very easy to raise and lower the speed of the treadmill belt.
Features and Specifications:- 1.5 HP motor for reliable performance
- 0.4 to 4 MPH speed is ideal for vigorous walking
- Heavy-duty frame is designed for extra weight support
- LCD displays time, distance, calories burned and speed for easy reference
- Extra-long safety handles enhance walking security and balance
- Ground-level walking surface and wide side rails allow easy mounting and dismounting
- Folds for space-saving storage and moves easily on built-in wheels
- Maximum weight capacity: 350 pounds
- Walking surface: 36 x 16 inches
- Dimensions: 47 x 29 x 51 inches (LxWxH)
- Weight: 110 pounds
- Warranty: 1 year frame; 5 years motor
About Treadmills
Walking is still considered one of the most beneficial cardiovascular exercises for people of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. As a fundamental form of aerobic training, walking has numerous physical benefits for the heart, lungs, and circulatory system, while also increasing muscle tone and burning fat calories. Treadmills provide a convenient way to regularly exercise in all weather conditions in the comfort and safety of your own home.
From beginners just starting an exercise regimen to advanced athletes looking to maintain their fitness level, anyone interested in getting and staying in shape can benefit greatly from regular use of a treadmill. Treadmills allow you to determine the pace, distance, and complexity of the workout based on your needs, all while watching television, talking on the telephone, or reading a magazine. Much easier on sensitive joints like the knees and hips, treadmill walking and running surfaces are typically long, padded platforms that allow ample room for a long stride and comfortable, low-impact walk or jog without the harsh contact of a concrete surface.
While many different types, styles, and price ranges of treadmills exist, many of them offer unique features like a fold-up design for easy storage, an electronic display monitor showing speed, distance, workout time, incline level, and burned calories, and EKG grip pulses to monitor the heart rate while exercising. Regardless of the simple to complex features you may choose, treadmills offer an array of aerobic exercise opportunities that will provide long-lasting beneficial cardiovascular results without a commute to the gym or a jog in the rain.
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great little treadmill for the price - A. McCloskey - Loveland, CO United States
This is just what I was looking for. Sturdy, lightweight treadmill without fancy features that I never use anyway, just for walking
(I really don't like to run).My only suggestion for improvement is that the walking surface should be a bit longer. I'm 5'5" and it's just about right but I'd feel more comfortable with a longer belt area.4 1/2 stars!
its a good treadmill - J. Robinson - Phila, Pa
i wasnt sure about this treadmill read the reviews people said it was to short but its fine my wife is 6'ft and has a long stride but the treadmill works fine and i can tell you it holds more than 350 pounds i am about 420 and it works fine and the speed it pretty good
Walking Treadmill - Linda Razz:) - NC USA
Hello,
When shopping for my walking treadmill I noticed that some of the walking areas were alot shorter than others and tried to get my husband to shop with me. He is not a shopper thus refused and stated they are all the same just get the cheapest one. I did. I am very happy with this treadmill it serves exactly the purpose I purchased it for. However, just as I suspected might happen, my husband hates it because his legs are too long for it and he feels very uncomfortable taking such short steps when walking. (My husband is 6' tall). It did arrive alot sooner than it indicated when I ordered which was very exciting for me. My old treadmill had broken and it was way too cold for me to walk outside! Hope this helps. Have a wonderful day:)
