| Nordic Track Treadmills are some of the most | | | | road running. |
| popular treadmills on the market today. The new | | | | Strengths: |
| Nordic Track models have shown a vast | | | | The Nordic Track Apex 6000 is a great little treadmill |
| improvement over some of the older machines. | | | | for under $1000. It's affordable for the home gym on |
| An example of this is the Nordic Track Apex 6000 | | | | a budget, has an amazing 3.0 continuous duty HP |
| treadmill. Introduced around 2006, the Nordic Track | | | | motor (rare in this price range) covered by a lifetime |
| Apex 6000 came on fast and strong - it is one of | | | | motor warranty. |
| their most popular treadmills for under $1000. And | | | | The 300 lb weight capacity is on the higher side for |
| there are rumors that because it's selling out so fast, | | | | treadmills at this price point and adds to the overall |
| it won't be available much longer. | | | | stable feel of the treadmill. |
| The Apex 6000 offers loads of exercise training | | | | If you're a goal oriented exerciser, you'll love the |
| options, a strongly powered motor, spacious walking | | | | options this treadmill gives you: 11 built in personal |
| area and high user weight capacity. | | | | trainer workouts, 4 distance training workouts and iFit |
| Is it the right fit for your workout needs? Here's a | | | | compatibility (which allows you to download even |
| review of the NordicTrack Apex 6000 treadmill to | | | | more workouts to your treadmill from the Internet.). |
| help you decide: | | | | Weaknesses: |
| Quick Stats: | | | | It would have been nice to see a longer parts |
| Price: $899 | | | | warranty on the treadmill - parts and labor are only |
| Motor: 3.0 Commercial DurX (TM) Motor | | | | covered for 1 year. However you can get extended |
| Speed: 0 -12 MPH | | | | warranty coverage on checkout. The Apex 6000 is |
| Incline: 0-12% | | | | also not necessarily recommended for runners or |
| Treadbelt: 20 x 55" | | | | heavier users - while it offers a lot of great features, |
| Folding: Yes | | | | it's still not a commercial machine. |
| 300 lb Weight Capacity Deck | | | | Also, as stated above, because it's selling out so fast, |
| Lifetime Motor Warranty, 1 Year parts and Labor | | | | the Apex 6000 will probably be replaced with another |
| Extra Features: | | | | model quite soon. |
| 4 Distance Training Workouts - You have the options | | | | Summary: |
| for a 5K, 10K, half-marathon and marathon-training | | | | It's easy to see why the Apex 6000 is selling so well. |
| workouts. This is a great option for trainers or for | | | | For under $1000 you get a strong 3.0 HP motor |
| those who enjoy striving towards fitness goals. | | | | covered by a lifetime motor warranty, tons of |
| 11 Built In Personal Trainer Workouts - There are 11 | | | | workout programs, a decent cushioning system, |
| built in workouts, designed by a certified personal | | | | sizeable walking area and higher weight capacity. |
| trainer, that automatically adjust the incline and speed | | | | While it isn't recommended for frequent running or |
| of your treadmill, each focusing on an aerobic, weight | | | | heavy use, if you're on a budget, the Apex 6000 |
| loss or a performance goal. | | | | does offer great value. |
| Hand Grip Heart Rate Monitor - It's easy to monitor | | | | If you can't find the Apex 6000 there are still a lot of |
| your heart rate and stay in your target heart rate | | | | great treadmill values in the new Nordic Track lineup |
| zone with either wireless or hand grip heart rate | | | | (especially the new 2008 models). Most of them now |
| moniters. | | | | offer longer walking belts, stronger motors and |
| DuraSoft (TM) Impact Reducing Cushioning - A good | | | | better warranties than the older NordicTrack |
| cushioning system is essential to your treadmill - | | | | machines. |
| especially if you plan on using it frequently. Poor | | | | For more on Nordic Track treadmills including the |
| cushioning can end up damaging your knees, hips, | | | | latest reviews and ratings visit the Nordic Track |
| back and ankles. This cushioning system reduces | | | | Treadmill Review. |
| impact on your joints by up to 28%, as compared to | | | | |