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Livestrong LS8.0T

Approximate retail price:

$799.99

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Type: Budget folding treadmills

About - Livestrong LS8.0T
The Livestrong LS8.0T is part of the treadmill test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, treadmill models like the LS8.0T are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Ease of use: Ease of use is how easy it is to adjust exercise intensity, read the display, and operate the monitor functions. Ergonomics: Ergonomics includes how well the machine accommodates users of different sizes. This includes belt size, foot rail and hand grip design. Construction: Construction is our judgment of construction quality and the results of our durability tests.

About - Livestrong LS8.0T

The Livestrong LS8.0T is part of the treadmill test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, treadmill models like the LS8.0T are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Ease of use:: Ease of use is how easy it is to adjust exercise intensity, read the display, and operate the monitor functions.
Ergonomics:: Ergonomics includes how well the machine accommodates users of different sizes. This includes belt size, foot rail and hand grip design.
Construction:: Construction is our judgment of construction quality and the results of our durability tests.

Features & Specs - Livestrong LS8.0T
Motor (hp) The manufacturer's continuous horsepower rating. Motor (hp)	2.50
Belt (LxW, in.) The usable exercise surface (deck length x width). All tested models have a belt long enough for walking. Belt (LxW, in.)	55 x 19
Maximum incline (%) The measured maximum incline of the treadmill in percent. Maximum incline (%)	12.0
Maximum speed (mph) Manufacturer's stated maximum speed in mph. Maximum speed (mph)	12.0
Weight capacity Manufacturer's stated user weight limit for the treadmill. Weight capacity	325
Quick speed controls Direct entry to set speed levels. Quick speed controls	Yes
Quick incline controls Direct entry to set incline levels. Quick incline controls	Yes
Chest strap included Shows which machines include a chest strap heart-rate monitor. Chest strap included	No
Heart-rate control programs Automatically varies speed and/or incline to stay in a target heart-rate zone. Heart-rate control programs	No
Reading shelf For holding reading material. Reading shelf	Yes
Cup holder Whether treadmill offers a spot for cups, and how many. Cup holder	2
Shipping weight Manufacturer's stated shipping weight in pounds (includes packaging unless otherwise noted). Shipping weight	216
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By realistic

from Niles,MI

5.0

livestrong LS8.0t

1/7/2013

Pros

Comfortable

Easy To Set Up

Easy To Store

Good value

Great Controls

Quiet

Safe

Sturdy Design

Cons

Best Uses

Endurance Training

Heart Rate Training

Low Impact Exercise

Performance Training

Weight Loss

Comment:

This is a great, affordable,alternative means of getting some exercise without, having to brave the elements and,poor sidewalk conditions to do so.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

By Jarhead

from Quantico, va

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Awesome

11/24/2012