Hi there!
Here is a brief summary of the Bowflex Series 7 Treadmill which is one of the most popular home fitness equipment.
The things I like about this Bowflex Series 7 treadmill…
- The motor. Most Series 7 treadmill owners love the powerful 3.0 hp motor. However, I am surprised many people did not mention the fact that the motor is considerably quieter than other treadmills in the same range. Maybe it is not a big deal when most people use the treadmill while watching the TV or listening to the iPod. However, I tend to believe that this little difference is related to a more efficient motor and emit less noise polution.
- Sturdy frame provides a sense of security and safety. Whenever I am away on business or holidays, I always find time to exercise in the hotel gym. I hate it when the hotels use cheap and under quality fitness machine. I feel inferior when I ran on the treadmills that feel like they are going to fall apart with every step that I take. Plus, it takes away the fun of running.
- Feels very safe. The running belt gives sufficient traction when I run on it. The grip is fantastic. Safety is a definitely an important aspect that I look for and I urge you to do the same. Getting injured from using the treadmill is a real problem.
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?The things that I hate and dislike…
- ??Mediocre Display/Screen. The display does look a little outdated for today’s advance technology. Although, this is not a top priority feature of any treadmill, I am sure people will enjoy with a better display. Especially since how much the electronic media has advanced over the last few years.
- Heart Rate Monitor. I never used this functionality. I am not sure it works accurately since the reading is differs from the pocket monitor that I wear when I use the treadmill. Bowflex should just consider to replace the built-in heart rate monitor with an external one.
- Set Up and Assembly. Assembling the Bowflex Series 7 is more than meets the eye. I find it pretty complicated – perhaps due to the hard to follow instructions. Anyhow, if you are a female I highly recommend you ask a male friend to help with the installation. Besides, the parts are heavy too.
Bowflex Series 7 Treadmill is a fine fitness equipment. One where the good outweighs the ugly.
