About Precor Treadmills

Precor is one of the leading exercise equipment manufacturers in the world today. While they do make stretch trainers and resistance training machines, they are best known for their cardio equipment. Precor treadmills, elliptical trainers, stationary bikes and stair climbers are what has given the company its reputation. The treadmills are particularly famous. But do Precor treadmills live up to their lofty reputation? And are they worth the cost? Read on to find out more about Precor.

Types

Precor manufactures many different types of treadmills. These different types all fall into one of two categories: treadmills for home use and treadmills for commercial use. Those that are for commercial use are more expensive but are also built to withstand more wear and constant abuse. The top-of-the-line treadmill for home use is the M9.57. Other at-home models include the 9.35, 9.33, 9.31, 9.27, 9.23 and 9.21 treadmills. The commercial treadmills that are sold by Precor include their 966i, 956i, 946i, and 932i models. Generally speaking, the higher the number the more expensive and state-of-the-art the treadmill will be.

Function

The functionality of Precor treadmills is without reproach. Many models have upwards of 25 different training modes and include high-tech computer systems which allow users to customize their workouts extensively. Most Precor models allow users to plug in their age and weight in order to display a solid estimation of how many calories they have burned during their workout session. Precor treadmills are extremely durable and are built to withstand a lot of use. This is why the Precor commercial products are so popular in gyms.

Size

One potential downsize of Precor treadmills is the fact that they tend to be larger than other treadmills. This is particularly true fo the more expensive models. In a gym situation with limited space this can cause problems because each machine takes up more space, allowing for less equipment to fit in the area. Likewise, for home users this can be problematic if there isn't room to fit the treadmill comfortably into the living space. It is a good idea for potential customers to look up the dimensions of the treadmill in question and make sure that it will fit wherever they wish to place it.

Time Frame

Precor treadmills are built with the intention of providing many years of trouble-free operation. This is true of both the commercial and residential models. In most situations warranties are offered to those purchasing Precor products. While the exact terms, conditions and length of such warranties may differ depending on which model is purchased, it is safe to say that Precor treadmills are a very low-maintenance product compared to other treadmills.

Considerations

Home models of Precor treadmills can cost anywhere between $1,900 and $8,000. The commercial products are even more expensive. Obviously, then, for many people the cost of a Precor treadmill is prohibitive. The truth is that there are many other treadmills on the market that are less expensive and will operate nearly the same way. But for those who can afford to buy Precor models, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better quality product that provides all of the same features and luxuries.

Resources

• The Precor Homepage