LifeSpan TR2000 Treadmill
Review
LifeSpan TR2000 - is a space saver or folding treadmill. It has a spacious 20" x 56" tread belt that is driven by a powerful 2.5 CHP Continuous Duty motor. The shock absorption is taken care of by 8 variable Density Elastomers.
The LifeSpan TR2000 has a variety of in-built workouts that are arranged thematically into four different groups. These themes consist of programs that feature: Speed workouts, Incline workouts, User Customized workouts and Heart Rate Control workouts. The console incorporates a large, blue, back lit display which shows all relevant workout data including: calories burned, workout time, current speed, current incline, heart rate, distance traveled and step count. Unusually, for a treadmill at this price point the walking deck is able to decline as well as incline. The ability to walk on a decline helps to burn more calories and stimulates more muscle groups. An interesting safety feature on the LifeSpan TR2000 is the Intelli-Guard system. This feature will sense when the user is no longer present and pause the tread belt. The LifeSpan TR2000 is protected by a long and comprehensive warranty that consists of a Lifetime cover on the Motor, and Frame, with 5 yrs cover on Parts and 1 year Labor warranty.
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... motivating workout programs! We are all keen to achieve our individual fitness goals when working out on a treadmill and a big factor for success is having a good variety of workout programs to both stimulate and engage our interest. The LifeSpan TR2000 treadmill benefits from a number of built-in workout programs that are grouped together thematically. Having the workouts grouped together in themes makes it easier for the user to choose the correct workout for the intended goal they are trying to reach. There are four program groups: INCLINE - this grouping consists of 6 workout programs which vary the gradient of deck incline through the course of the programs. SPEED - this program group consists of 6 workout programs which vary the pace throughout the course of the programs. USER CUSTOMIZED - this has 2 user setup programs that allow the user to design their own customized programs in order achieve the user's desired workout needs. These programs allow the user to set the speed and incline levels for each of the 12 program sections. HEART RATE CONTROL - this comprises of two programs. The first HRC program keeps your heart rate at a constant level while the second HRC program allows the user to input a minimum and maximum heart rate. During the workout the resistance automatically adjusts to keep the heart rate of the user at a constant level.
... large blue back lit display! The LifeSpan TR2000 has a large blue back lit display with simultaneous readouts. These show all your essential workout data in an easy to read format. The workout data displayed includes: shows calories burned, workout time, current speed, current incline, heart rate, distance traveled and step count.
… check your heart rate!
The LifeSpan TR2000 is fitted with a heart rate monitor. This feature helps the user to make the most out of their workout by monitoring their heart rate via sensors that are located on the handlebars.
The ability to monitor heart rate helps the user to be in the correct training zone for their goals. This results in a more effective workout, burning more fat, and improving cardiovascular health.
... count your steps!
Many people are interested to know just how many steps they have taken on the treadmill or alternatively wish to program their workout so that it ends after completing a specific number of steps. The LifeSpan TR 2000 features the Intelli-Step system. This clever feature senses when your foot touches the tread belt and registers it as one step so that the user is able to count the number of steps taken during the course of the workout. Additionally the user is able to program in the number of steps they wish to take and the Intelli-Step system will display the number of steps you have taken until the target number of steps is reached.
... heavy duty walking deck! The walking deck of a treadmill is an often ignored component of the exercise treadmill. However, both the design and quality of material that the deck is made from can have a marked affect upon the performance of the treadmill.
The LifeSPan TR1200 has a walking deck with a 350 lbs. weight-capacity.This provides both the strength and durability you should expect from a mid range treadmill for the toughest of workouts.
... supplementary handlebar controls! The LifeSpan TR2000 has conveniently placed control buttons built into the handlebars. These supplement the controls on the control panel and allow the user to safely adjust both the speed and the incline of the treadmill by use of the switches that are built into the handlebars. The benefit of this feature is that it enables the user to make adjustments to the speed and incline during their workout without having to access the speed and incline controls on the control panel. This alleviates the risk involved in losing balance when leaning forward to the main control panel.
…walk uphill!
The walking deck on the LifeSpan TR2000 can be adjusted from flat to 8% of grade via 10 incremental levels. Many of the in-built workout programs incline the walking deck so that the user is able to simulate walking uphill.
The user also has the facility to adjust the incline level using the buttons on the main control console or by using the incline buttons on the handlebars.
… walk downhill! The LifeSpan TR2000 has the ability to decline the walking deck. This is a feature that is usually only found on much more expensive treadmills and enables the deck to decline from flat via 5 incremental levels.
The ability to decline the walking deck benefits the user by activating different sets of muscles and help in achieving fitness goals. The ability to walk on a decline will also help to burn more calories than walking on a level surface and so stimulate more muscle for quicker results.
... dynamic safety pause! If you step off most treadmills in the middle of a program the tread belt will continue to move. In this state the moving tread belt represents a significant hazard. The LifeSpan TR2000 addresses this feature with it's Intelli-Guard feature. This system will sense when the user is no longer on the belt and pause the tread belt.
... handles for support! Some users can feel slightly insecure when working out on a treadmill, especially if they are new to them. The LifeSpan TR2000 provides the user with an added feeling of security with its wraparound handlebars and safety bar positioned in front of the user. The handlebars have supplementary controls for both speed and incline, avoiding the necessity to lean forward to access the controls on the main panel. The safety bar is also positioned so that it can be grabbed quickly in the event that the user feels unsteady.
... fold for storage!
Most treadmills occupy a fair amount of floor space, but with it's folding design the LifeSpan TR2000's deck can be lifted to a near vertical position where it then takes up less floor space.
In order to ensure that there are no dramas when you unfold the treadmill's deck the TR2000 is fitted with an EZ drop system that allows the deck to unfold in a slow and controlled fashion.
… solid warranty! The LifeSpan TR2000 is protected by LifeSpan's long and comprehensive Residential Warranty which offers a Lifetime cover on the Motor, Frame, and Deck with 5 years on all other Parts and 1 year Labor warranty.
Features:
 6 Incline Programs
5 Speed Programs 2 User Customized Programs 2 Heart Rate Control Programs
Incline and Decline Twin Heart Rate Sensors
Blue Back Lit Display Step Counter
Handlebar Controls
Automatic Safety Pause
All Steel Welded Frame
Front Safety Bar Folding Design EZ Drop System
Specifications:
Motor: 2.5 CHP Belt size: 20'' x 56'' Speed: 0.5 - 10 MPH Incline: 10 Levels
Decline: 5 Levels User Weight: 350 lbs Folding: YES Warranty: Lifetime Frame, Motor
5 yrs Parts 1 year Labor
Summary:
The LifeSpan TR 2000 is a space saver or folding treadmill. It has a spacious 20" x 56" tread belt that is driven by a powerful 2.5 CHP Continuous Duty motor. The shock absorption is taken care of by 8 variable Density Elastomers.
The LifeSpan TR2000 has a variety of in-built workouts that are arranged thematically into four different groups. These themes consist of programs that feature: Speed workouts, Incline workouts, User Customized workouts and Heart Rate Control workouts. The console incorporates a large, blue, back lit display which shows all relevant workout data including: calories burned, workout time, current speed, current incline, heart rate, distance traveled and step count. Unusually, for a treadmill at this price point the walking deck is able to decline as well as incline. The ability to walk on a decline helps to burn more calories and stimulates more muscle groups. An interesting safety feature on the LifeSpan TR2000 is the Intelli-Guard system. This feature will sense when the user is no longer present and pause the tread belt. The LifeSpan TR2000 is protected by a long and comprehensive warranty that consists of a Lifetime cover on the Motor, and Frame, with 5 yrs cover on Parts and 1 year Labor warranty.
- HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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