Smooth 7.6 HR PRO Treadmill
Review

Smooth 7.6 HR Pro Treadmill - this is a space saver (folding) treadmill but more suprisingly it is a "Power" folding treadmill. Instead of having to manhandle the deck in order to raise or lower it into position, the deck raises and lowers at the touch of a button.

At it's heart lies a 3.0 HP Continuous Duty motor that drives the 20" x 60 " treadbelt at speeds of up to 11.2 mph. The running decks suspension is taken care of by "Im-Pression" shock absorption technology while he running deck itself is a commercial grade, made from triple-laminated phenolic material.

There are a total of eight preset workout programs enabling you to switch between interval incline and speed programs and heart rate programs with ease. Additionally there are 3 User-Defined custom exercise programs.

The "heart rate control" feature automatically adjusts the intensity of your workout by using information taken from the heart rate monitor. There is also a wireless chest strap supplied.

To ease any concerns over reliability the Smooth 7.1 HR treadmill comes with a Lifetime frame and motor warranty, 5 yrs on all other parts and 2 yrs labor.

Lets have a look at some of these features in greater detail.





… the power to drive you forward!

The Smooth 7.6 HR PRO utilizes a powerful 3.0 HP motor. This unit has more power than a regular drive system and is controlled by a Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) electronics usually only found on high end commercial treadmills.

The makersr claim that the motor is for all practical purposes noise-free. Optical speed sensors and the PWM electronics provide smooth speed changes whilst dual motor fans allows you to exercise for longer periods while maintaining a smooth and consistent operation.





… take the shock out of running!

Walking and running are the most natural and enjoyable forms of exercising that you can engage in but the continual pounding can take a toll on your joints. Running on some treadmills can feel like running on concrete.

The 7.6 HR Pro's triple laminated phenolic deck features the "Im-Pression" shock absorption system. This exclusive technology provides a soft landing for the front foot and firm push-off for the rear foot, therefore reducing harmful impact on the joints and back.

..check your performance!

Sporting a deluxe LED console which is both easy to use and well-planned, the display allows you to monitor your distance, calories, speed, speed profile, time and pulse simultaneously.





… let your heart take control!

The Smooth 7.6 HR Pro comes equiped with "Heart Rate Control" which allows the treadmill's computer to automatically adjust the intensity of your workouts in sympathy with your heart rate. The pulse measurements are taken from the ergonomically positioned handgrip sensors or from the wireless chest strap and allow you to reach your optimal fat burning or endurance training zone.





...programmed for success!

The key to staying motivated when using a treadmill and achieving your fitness goals is having a variety of preset programs. The Smooth 7.6 HR Pro scores here with a 8 Challenging Preset Programs which include:

Target Distance, Target Time, Target Calories, Interval Incline, Interval Speed, Weight Loss, 5K Self-Learning/Competition and Heart Rate Control. Additionally there are 3 User-Defined Custom Programs.





…custom workouts!

The Smooth 7.6 HR Pro gives you the facility to design your own workouts. Using the display screen and controls on the console you can creat new or edit existing workout programs. You can design up to three different programs that can be saved for future use.





…multiple user profiles!

The Smooth 7.6 HR Pro incorporates Nine Storable User Profiles. This facility is especially useful in households with multiple users. Up to nine people can save age, weight and target heart rate information for instant access without the need to key in the personal settings of each user each time.





… whisper quite!

Running treadmills are often noisy, but the manufacturer claim that the "Whisper Weave" treadbelt fitted to this model coupled with the virtually silent motor helps makes it the Smooth 7.6 HR as quiet as any on the market today.





... hit the deck running!

An often underestimated component of an exercise treadmill is the deck. The design and quality of material the deck is made from can radically alter the performance of the treadmill.

You should always ensure that when choosing a treadmill that the weight of any intended user does not exceed the maximum user weight quoted by the maker. The user weight of this treadmill is 350 lbs.





…and so to bed!

The biggest surpise in using the 7.6 HR Pro comes when you come to fold it away. Folding the deck on most treadmills can be a strenuos task , but this is NOT the case with the 7.6 HR Pro. With one touch of a switch the treadmill can be folded away into it's upright folded position or unfolded into it's operating position while you watch.





… what if it breaks?

The Smooth 7.6 HR Pro is underwritten by a Lifetime warranty on the frame and motor in addition to 5 yrs on all other parts (including the electronics). There is also a 2 yrs labor warranty to provide for "In-Home" service.





Features:

Power Folding Design

Whisper Weave Treadbelt

Transport Wheels

Floor Level Adjustment

Water Bottle Holders





Specifications:

Motor: 3.0 HP Continuous Duty

Programs: 11

Frame: Steel

Belt size: 20" x 60"

Speed: 0.5 - 12 MPH  

Weight: 310 lbs

Incline: 15 levels

Heart Monitor: Yes

Folding: Yes

User weight: 350 lbs

Footprint 82 " x 39"

Warranty: Frame & Motor (Lifetime) , Parts & Electronics (5yrs)

In Home Service (2yrs)





Summary:

The Smooth 7.6 HR Pro is a space saver (folding) treadmill but has the additional facility of using a power folding mechanism. The 20" x 60" belt is powered by a 3.0 HP continuous duty motor and the shock absorption is taken care of by a "swing arm" suspension sytem.

There are 8 preset workout programs: Target Distance, Target Time, Target Calories, Interval Incline, Interval Speed, Weight Loss, 5K Self-Learning/Competition, Heart Rate Control. Additionally there are 3 user defined programs that can be customized.

There is a Heart Rate Control facility that uses the pulse reading from the hand grip pulse monitors, to automatically adjust the intensity of your workouts and nine storable user profiles to store weight and target heart rate information for instant access.

- RECOMMENDED





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$1699 - Smooth 7.6 HR Pro Treadmill

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