NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO
Treadmill Review

NordicTrack Reflex 8500 Pro

There are 20 Performance Workouts that automatically adjust the incline and speed of your treadmill. These workouts have all been designed by a Certified Personal Trainer in order to help you get the most out of your workout session.

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO uses the new iFIT Live technology to connect the treadmill to the internet allowing you to add interest and functionality to your workout. You can manage your profile online and even work out with Jillian Michaels. It should be noted that this feature requires a wireless internet connection and membership to iFIT.

The console incorporates an attractive 7 Inch Full Color Touch-Screen Display which is integrated with iFit LIVE, this screen displays your workout progress with a Google Map. You can select your favorite route from the built-in workouts. The console display also features a compatible Music port for use with an iPOD.

To ease any concerns over reliability the NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO treadmill comes with a Lifetime guarantee on the Motor and Frame, with 2 year of parts and 1 year In-home service.

OK, lets have a closer look!

… the power to drive you forward!

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO treadmill utilizes a DurX 3.5 HP Motor. This is a commercial-grade motor that includes high-grade wiring and insulation ratings, and a thermal cut-off switch. It uses commercial bearings and brushes, and is dynamically spin-balanced and extensively tested for superior performance in vibration and noise to make it both smooth and quiet in operation.






… take the shock out of running!

As the name suggests the Reflex 8500 PRO utilizes NordicTracks' legendary "Reflex" cushioning system. The main component of this is the deck which is made of a composite construction and is able to absorb impact shocks without sacrificing durability.

The deck has been designed to be both strong and flexible so that it responds to your movement, absorbing impact at the heel and maintaining stability at toe off.






...programmed for success!

Keeping motivated is an important factor in trying to achieve your fitness goals and having a good variety of workout programs on a treadmill can help with this.

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO has 20 pre-programed Performance Workouts which automatically adjust the incline and speed of your treadmill. These programs have been designed by a Certified personal trainer to help you push your limits during your workout.

... iFIT Live!

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO is iFIT Live capable. In essence this is a wireless connection between the Internet and the treadmill. The iFIT Live feature allows you to experience trails all over the globe just as if you were running outside.

iFIT Live enables you to customize your own fitness program, receive automatic workout downloads, manage your profile online and work out with Jillian Michaels. You can even add the thrill of competition to your workout with 5k races against your Facebook friends.

Other features include a nutrition and activity tracker, motivating text messages and emails, and workout videos that are available for download. It should be noted that this feature requires a wireless internet connection, and membership to iFIT.

...touch screen display!

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO features a 7 inch Full Color Touch Screen Display. This attractive display when integrated with iFit LIVE, will display your workout progress with a Google Map. You can select your favorite route from the built-in workouts. You could for example run the Delicate Arch Trail at Arches National Park, the Diamond Head Trail in Hawaii while you view the landmarks on the full-color display.






… finger on the pulse!

Monitoring your heart rate ensures that you're always in the right training zone for your goals.The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO is equipped with a Club-Design CardioGrip heart rate monitor. This helps you to make the most out of every workout by monitoring your heart rate via sensors that are built into the handlebars. You can get a more effective workout, burn more fat, and improve your cardiovascular health.

... reflex technology!

The running deck on the NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO is the strongest and most durable of the NordicTrack decks, and it also offers the best cushioning. In fact the Reflex Deck is so strong and durable that the manufacturer guarantees that it will never break and thay back their claim by offering a lifetime deck warranty.

The Reflex Deck is acknowledged by many users as offering the softest cushioning that is the easiest on the joints making for the most comfortable, enjoyable treadmill workout.





… speed control with 1 - Touch!

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO comes equipped with 1-Touch control. Instead of tediously scrolling through options, the 1-Touch system allows you to instantly change the speed of the treadmill between 0-12 MPH with the single touch of a button. You can decrease your speed immediately when you need a rest, or increase it instantly for a challenging workout.

… incline control with 1 - Touch!

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO also uses the 1-Touch control technology in order to change the incline with the single touch of a button instead of tediously scrolling through options as you would with traditional incline controls. The incline can be adjusted between 0 deg. up to 15 deg. of grade.







... plug in your iPod!

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO features a Universal iPod Dock. You can now enjoy your workout while you play your favorite music through the built-in "Intermix Acoustics 3.0 EQ" Sound System that features 3" high-excursion drivers. Simply plug in, press play and listen to your favorite music while you exercise.







... fold-up and save space!

If you are concerned that you haven't enough room to store an exercise treadmill the NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO addresses this problem with it's "Space saver" technology. This facility allows you to fold the treadmill into an upright position after your workout where it will then occupy a lot smaller floor area.

… what if it breaks?

The Reflex 8500 PRO is underwritten by NordicTrack's premiere warranty which offers a lifetime guarantee on the motor and frame, with 2 years of parts and 1 year In-home service guarantee. If something goes wrong in the first year they will send a technician to your home to fix the problem.






Features:

Commercial Grade DurX Motor

20 Calorie Burn Workout Programs

10 All Terrain Workout Programs

Reflex Cushion Technology

Commercial Treadbelt

iFIT LIVE Compatible

7" Color Touch Screen Display

One Touch Speed Adjustment

One Touch Incline Adjustment

Cardio Grip Heart Rate Monitor

Space Saver (Folding) Design

Intermix acoustics 3.0 Sound System

Music Port for iPOD






Specifications:

Motor: 3.5 HP

Belt size: 20'' x 60''

Speed: 0 - 12 MPH

Incline: 0 - 15 deg.

User Weight: 350 lb

Folding: YES

Warranty: Frame and Motor (Lifetime)

                 Parts (2yrs)

                 Labor (1yr)           






Summary:

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO is a space saver (folding) treadmill which means that it can be folded into a near upright position after use so that it then occupies less floor space. It is has a huge 20" x 60" tread belt powered by a 3.5 HP commercial motor and can sustain speeds of up to 12 mph. The powered incline is adjustable within the range of 0 - 15 degrees of grade.

The 8500 PRO uses Nordic Track's legendary "Reflex" cushioning system. The deck which is a composite construction is able to absorb impact shocks without sacrificing durability. The deck has been designed to be both strong and flexible so that it responds to your movement, absorbing impact at the heel and maintaining stability at toe off.

The NordicTrack Reflex 8500 PRO provides built-in training expertise with the inclusion of 20 pre-programmed Performance Workouts which automatically adjust the incline and speed of your treadmill. Each of these has ben designed by a certified personal trainer so that you are pushed to get the most out of each workout.

The new iFIT Live technology on the Reflex 8500 PRO brings added interest to your workout experience. It allows you to manage your profile online, run trails just as if you were running outside and even work out with Jillian Michaels. In order to use this feature requires a wireless internet connection, and membership to iFIT.

There is also a compatible music port for an iPOD which is linked to a powerful "Intermix Acoustics" 3.0 EQ sound System allowing you to listen to your favorite music during your workout.

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$1999 - NordicTrack Reflex 8500 Pro








 

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