NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO Treadmill Review

Properties

Model	NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO
Rating Our custom rating considers all of the treadmill's features, specs, warranties, and 100's of user & expert reviews, to save you time!	Rating: 94.4%
List Price Suggested retail price, typically higher than the price you'll pay with our recommended retailers.	$2,999.00
Best Price Since prices change daily, this link goes to our preferred retailer for the current best price. Note: MSRP stands for Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price.	$2,999.00
Speed Treadmill Speed is measured in Miles Per Hour (mph). Average running speed is 5-9 mph.	0 - 12 mph
Incline Treadmill Incline measures the angle of the deck, and how steep it is relative to the floor (0% is flat, and 15% is like a steep hill).	0 - 15%
Visit Site After carefully evaluating each online retailer that offers this Treadmill, this is the website we recommend purchasing from.
Motor The Treadmill Motor is what turns the belt as you run. We recommend at least 2 HP (Horsepower) motors, 2.5+ HP for jogging, and 3.0+ HP for running.	3.8 CHP
Deck Treadmill Deck dimensions are measured in inches: Width x Length. The wider and longer the deck, the safer it is (55-60 inches long recommended for running).	22" x 60"
Belt The Treadmill Belt is the surface you run on. The thicker the belt, the less impact on your joints. At least 2-ply (1 inch) recommended.	2-Ply
Folding? Some treadmills are designed to conserve space by folding up. This is a convenient option, but some features might be reduced.
Programs Treadmill Programs allow you to complete a workout with changing speeds and inclines, without changing anything manually.	Pre-Defined: 28
Max. Weight Treadmill Max User Weight is the amount of weight, in pounds (lbs), that it can safely support, which can represent durability.	350 lbs
Heart Rate Heart Rate programs allow you to track how many times your heart is beating per minute (bpm), and some control the workout for you.	CardioGrip™ Monitor w/ Polar® Wireless Strap
Dimensions Dimensions are included to help you figure out if this treadmill will fit properly (Length x Width x Height and Height x Depth).	80" x 38" x 72"
Display Treadmill Display refers to the screen you'll look at to monitor workouts. LED and LCD displays are similar to TV screens.	10" Full Color Touch Screen
Easy Fold Up Easy Fold Up is a feature that makes folding your treadmill much easier. Some manufacturers include a one-button fold feature.
Pulse Grips Pulse Grips are handles you can hold while exercising to monitor your true heart rate.
Cooling Fans Treadmill Cooling Fans are designed to help keep you cool during an intense workout.
Accessory Tray Some treadmills include an accessory tray for holding items such as water bottles, wallets, keys, or MP3 players like iPods.
iPod Dock Treadmills that have an iPod Dock allow you to plug it into the machine, and some let you listen to your music through speakers (without headphones)!
Quick Controls Quick Controls allow you to select speed, incline and even workout programs with the touch of a button (usually on the handles).
Sound System Treadmills that include a sound system allow you to listen to your MP3 player/iPod through built-in speakers.
iFit iFit is an online service that lets you map and simulate runs from anywhere in the world, and track your progress wirelessly!
Built-in TV Treadmills that have a TV built in make it easier to get through your workouts by focusing on the TV while you're exercising.
Warranty The warranty is a very important part of your investment. The longer the warranty, the longer you can get free/discounted repairs by the manufacturer.	Frame: Lifetime Deck: Lifetime Motor: Lifetime Parts: 5 Years Electronics: 5 Years Labor: 2 Years
Best Deal We do not sell Treadmills; we are a free Treadmill Reviews service. This link goes to our top-rated retailer for the NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO

Full Review

Quick Summary
Rating: 94.4/100. Folding, 3.8 CHP motor, 22″ x 60″ running deck, 350 lbs. max user weight, iFit Live Built-in, 28 workout programs, 10″ full color touch screen, iPod dock, Intermix Acoustics 3.0 built-in speakers, Android compatible, TV Shows, Web access, AutoBreeze cooling fan, QuadFlex Shock Absorption, 1-Touch Speed/Incline/Decline

Pros:
- One of the most powerful motors on the market
- Treadmill is already equipped with iFit technology
- Compatible with Android (f/ web access & TV shows)
- Music friendly (mp3, built-in speakers)
- Vibrant 10″ full color display
- Cooling fans for added comfort

Cons:
- Folds but not the most compact treadmill available
- Treadmill has the California Prop 65 warning

Introduction

NordicTrack did not hold back when they set out to create one of the best treadmills on the market. The Elite 9500 PRO is their top-line treadmill of 2012 and rightfully so.

Whether you are a beginning walker or a seasoned runner, the 3.8 CHP motor can handle all types of training including endurance, hills and intervals.

The Quadflex precision calibration cushioning contains 9 different settings to perfectly calibrate to your comfort zone.

Stay cool with the AutoBreeze cooling fan which automatically adjusts to your running speed, making working out a breeze.

The Elite 9500 PRO is backed by a very good warranty. It also easily folds with patent SpaceSaver design and “Easylift” technology.

Workout Programs

Simply turn on the NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO and within minutes you can cycle through an impressive 28 built-in workout programs including 10 popular iFit routines.

Users can select between high intensity, speed, incline or calorie-burn routines.

The NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO is pre-loaded with iFit, a revolutionary new program that tracks and monitors workout results, offers routines created by fitness trainers like Jillian Michaels and even works with Google Maps to auto generate terrain based on actual locations.

Along with the 0-15% incline, users can take advantage of the unique -3% decline that activates different muscles by simulating walking downhill.

Walking at a decline not only burns more calories than walking on a flat surface, but also stimulates more muscle for faster results.

If that’s not enough, the NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO also records your heart rate (for optimized performance) via pulse grips or a wireless chest strap.

Treadmill Features

Some may say that the display on a treadmill is a secondary feature, but after walking/jogging/running on the NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO you may feel differently.

Produced with a gorgeous 10″ full color touch screen, the display works with Android Browser to present crystal clear information including the ability to surf the Web and check email while exercising.

Don’t have an mp3 player? The Elite 9500 PRO works with Pandora.com, one of the top rated music databases in the world!

Also, unlike other treadmills with iFit, the NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO instantly connects with Google Maps and iFit Live so you don’t have to lug around your laptop or smart phone to utilize those features.

The Elite 9500 PRO is designed to reduce impact and street on joints, including your knees and back. The AutoBreeze workout fan is also a nice luxury, as it automatically adjusts airflow to match how hard you are training.

Adjusting speed and incline is also very easy with the treadmill thanks to 1-Touch controls.

Warranty & Guarantee

The NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO offers a very good warranty including:

- Frame: Lifetime
- Deck: Lifetime
- Motor: Lifetime
- Parts & Electronics: 5 years
- Labor: 2 years (in-home)

Return Policy: 30 day trial-period for all products. Dial 1-866-896-9777 for more information.

Conclusion

Hands down, the NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO is one of the best treadmills on the market.

NordicTrack has managed to produce a treadmill that is not only extremely effective and reliable, but also loaded with a plethora of entertaining and entirely useful extra features.

With the ability to exercise while listening to music, checking email, surfing the Web, using iFit and/or watching television — the NordicTrack Elite 9500 PRO is truly changing the way you exercise.