Nordic Track is practically a household name when it comes to treadmills. Icon Health and Fitness, the world's largest manufacturer of fitness equipment, manufacture Nordic Track treadmills. They are one of the few companies manufacturing treadmills in the United States. The Nordic Track A2350 Treadmill is no exception when it comes to a good quality treadmill.

DESCRIPTION

This model by Nordic Track comes with a Custom Workout center. You can pre-program your workout time and the minimum and maximum speeds at which you want to walk or run. This model offers updated technology at a great price.

PROS

- You can create a custom workout with the Nordic Track A2350 treadmill with iFit® technology and workout cards.

- The iFit® technology allows you to choose a card with an 8-week program that covers 24 varied workouts. Four categories and three levels of intensity allow you to customize your workout to enable you to meet your fitness goals. The iFit® card does the work for you by controlling the incline, speed and duration of your workout.

- With the iFit® technology comes audio coaching, which is motivating for you.

- This model comes with the Fitness Age Center. This feature tells you what your fitness level is relative to your age. Enter in the requested body information, run the tests and then you'll get a fitness age. You can periodically check this number to see how you've improved.

* A universal iPod Dock on this treadmill allows you to plug in your personal iPod with your favorite music selections.

- You can choose from 10 different workout programs. Five focus on weight loss and the other five are classic fitness routines such as hill training. Each routine conveniently controls your incline and speed.

- This Nordic Track model features DuraSoft III^TM deck cushioning which allows you to adjust the level of shock absorption. Your knees, ankles and hips will enjoy less stress.

* The quality of this model is appropriate for someone who uses a treadmill for walking (moderate use).

* It has a wide running deck and belt.

* At a cost of around $800, it is a reasonable purchase for most people.

* This treadmill comes with a 12-year motor warranty.

* It folds up to save space when not in use.

- You can change your incline and speed with the touch of one button, rather than scrolling down through each setting.

CONS

- This is a budget model for Nordic Track treadmills, so the warranty on parts and labor is only one year. * Even though the weight limit states 300 pounds, a safer limit would be no higher than 225 pounds.

Overall, the Nordic Track A2350 is a well engineered, quality treadmill in a modest price range. It's perfect for moderate home use.