Proform Performance 1450
Treadmill Review
ProForm Performance 1450 - this treadmill is part of ProForm's all new Hi-Tech range for 2011. It is fitted with a huge 60" x 20" belt and boasts a powerful 3.25 CHP Commercial Pro motor. The running deck which can support users up to 350 lbs is supported by the air-based, ProShox Plus Cushioning system. The most unusual feature of this treadmill is the 10" Full-Color Touch Screen that has a built-in web browser that is powered by Android. In conjunction with your home's wireless network you can check the news, read email, watch sports highlights, or get on Facebook. This color touch screen is integrated with iFIT LIVE, and adds a whole new dimension to your treadmill experience by giving you the ability to watch your progress with Google Maps on specific races and courses throughout the world. The control console has a built-in AutoBreeze Workout Fan and an Intermix Acoustics 3.0 sound system with high-end speakers that can be hooked up to an iPOD via the compatible music port. The Proform Performance is protected with a Lifetime Frame Warranty, Lifetime Motor Warranty, 5-Year Parts and 2-Year Labor. Ok, lets have a closer look!
… quiet, smooth and powerful! The ProForm Performance 1450 is driven by a powerful 3.25 CHP DurX, Commercial Pro motor. This unit includes high-grade wiring and insulation ratings, and a thermal cut-off switch. It uses high-end, commercial bearings and brushes and is dynamically spin-balanced and extensively tested for superior performance in vibration and noise. All of these features contribute to making the Performance 1450's drive motor smooth, quiet and powerful and it's makers are so confident in it's reliability that they offer a Lifetime Motor Warranty.
…variety - a key motivator! The key to staying motivated when using a treadmill and achieving your fitness goals is having a variety of preset programs, The ProForm Performance 1450 gives you a total 26 Workouts from which to choose, each designed by Certified Personal Trainers in order to help you run faster, lose weight and keep toned. These 26 workouts are split into four functional groups comprising:
7 Distance Workouts 7 Speed Workouts 7 Incline Workouts 7 Calorie Burn Workouts
... become inspired with iFIT LIVE ! The Proform Performance 1450 is iFIT Live capable. In essence this is a wireless connection between the Internet and the treadmill. Drawing upon the data provided by Google Maps the iFIT Live feature allows you to experience trails all over the globe just as if you were actually 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 that the user has an internet connection.
...color touch screen with web browser! Employing the latest in interactive technology the ProForm Performance 1450 utilizes a 10" Full Color Touch-Screen Display with a Web Browser Powered by Android. The display tracks essential fitness data such as speed, time, distance, incline, pulse and calories burned. Additionally, with the integrated iFIT Live technology you can also watch your progress with Google Maps on specific races and courses throughout the world.
Additionally you can connect to your home's wireless network to check the news, read email, watch sports highlights, or get on Facebook via the 10" touch-screen display.
... change speed in an instant!
Instead of tediously scrolling through options, the 1-Touch speed system fitted to the ProForm Performance 1450 allows you to instantly change the speed of the treadmill between the values of 0-12 MPH with a single touch of a button whenever you feel the desire to change the pace of your workout.
...adjust incline in an instant!
The ProForm Performance 1450 will allow you to adjust the incline between the range of 0 - 15 deg. in 1 deg. increments. Like the 1-Touch speed feature, the useful 1-Touch Incline system allows you to change the incline of the treadmill by quickly sliding your finger to your desired incline setting.
… more room to run!
The ProForm Performance 1450 incorporates a long (60") and wide (20") running belt. You will appreciate the advantages of this huge running space when you come to use the treadmill. The belt is constructed from a heavy-duty, commercial-grade tread material and is specifically designed for quiet operation.
... hit the deck!
Many mid-priced treadmills simply don't have the strength and durability you expect and will not accommodate the heavier user. This is not the case with the ProForm Performance 1450 which features a 350 lb capacity deck. Built to support the toughest workouts, this robust deck will stand the test of time … take the shock out of running! Walking and running are the most natural and enjoyable forms of exercising you can engage in but the continual pounding can take a toll on your joints. In fact running on some treadmills can feel like you are running on concrete. The ProForm Performance 1450 uses Pro Shox Plus cushioning which is an air based system, The manufacturer claims that this type of air based system reduces impact on your joints and provides a more comfortable running surface.
… check your pulse!
The ProForm Performance 1450 has a CardioGrip Heart Rate Monitor. The 2 hand-grip sensors are conveniently built in to the handlebars. When the handlebars are gripped the sensors provide feedback on the user's heart rate via the color touch screen display.
... keep your cool! The ProForm Performance 1450 has a CoolAire Workout Fan incorporated into the console. The fan has an automatic setting which when selected adjusts the airflow according to your workout speed.
Alternatively you can switch the fan to a manual setting and choose between low, medium and high speeds to help you stay cool and fresh during your workout.
... plug in your iPOD! In order to keep you entertained the Performance 1450 comes with an Intermix Acoustics 3.0 sound system. Integrated into the treadmill's console, this premium sound system features 3" high-excursion drivers to deliver a crisp, clear sound. The sound system also includes a compatible music port for iPOD. This allows you to plug your iPOD, or MP3 Player, into the Interplay Music Port and listen to your music collection through the sound system. The iPOD rests on the console shelf, so that it is within easy reach
... fold to save space !
The ProForm Performance 1450 is a Space Saver design which means that after use it can be folded to a nearly vertical position where it occupies less floor space.
… what if it breaks?
The ProForm Performance 1450 is underwritten by a Lifetime Frame Warranty, a Lifetime Motor Warranty plus a 5-Year Parts and 2-Years Labor warranty.
Features:  Commercial Pro Motor
10" Color Touch Screen with Web Browser iFIT LIVE Technology Pro Shox Plus Cushioning System 7 High Intensity Workouts 6 Speed Workouts Workouts 7 Incline Workouts 6 Calorie Burn Workouts 1-Touch Incline 1-Touch Speed CardioGrip Heart Rate Monitor Intermix Acoustics 3.0 Sound System
Compatible Music Port for iPOD AutoBreeze Workout Fan Space Saver (Folding) Design
Specifications:
Motor: 3.25 CHP Speed: 0 to 12 MPH Incline: 0 to 15 % Belt Size: 22" x 60" Folding: YES User Weight: 350 lbs Warranty: Lifetime Motor and Frame 5 yrs Parts 2 yrs Labor
Summary: ProForm Performance 1450 - this is part of ProForm's all new Hi-Tech range of treadmills for 2011. It is fitted with a huge 60" x 20" belt and boasts a powerful 3.25 CHP Commercial Pro motor. The running deck which can support users up to 350 lbs is supported by the air-based, ProShox Plus Cushioning system. The most unusual feature of this treadmill is the 10" Full-Color Touch Screen that has a built-in web browser that is powered by Android. In conjunction with your home's wireless network you can check the news, read email, watch sports highlights, or get on Facebook. This color touch screen is integrated with iFIT LIVE, and adds a whole new dimension to your treadmill experience by giving you the ability to watch your progress with Google Maps on specific races and courses throughout the world. The control console has a built-in AutoBreeze Workout Fan and an Intermix Acoustics 3.0 sound system with high-end speakers that can be hooked up to an iPOD via the compatible music port. The Proform Performance is protected with a Lifetime Frame Warranty, Lifetime Motor Warranty, 5-Year Parts and 2-Year Labor. - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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$1499 - ProForm Performance 1450
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