Best Bowflex TreadClimbers of 2024

How Does a TreadClimber Work to Reduce Impact?

There is an ongoing myth that running is bad for the knees. This has largely been disproven along with claims it can lead to arthritis. However, running is known to exacerbate preexisting issues like knee damage. Continuing to run on a bad knee can cause serious and extensive problems. There are ways to reduce the impact of running though. You’ll just have to give up on pounding the pavement and embrace a machine that lessons the impact of running like a TreadClimber.

So, how does a TreadClimber reduce impact? It’s because the treadles in the machine rise to meet your feet as you run, allowing for smooth and low-impact movements. It can take as long as three days to rest an injured knee. During this time, you begin to lose structural fitness. Unlike endurance, structural fitness takes longer to gain and is easier to lose even after just a few days. When lost, you put yourself at an increased risk for further injury. This can quickly spirals into a counterproductive pit that can become detrimental to your overall health and fitness. Using a machine like a TreadClimber can get you running sooner in a safer and low impact manner to prevent a significant loss of structural fitness.

Science

Some people ask why they can’t “just walk” around the block or at the mall. We’ll it’s just not the same and won’t provide the result you seek. The patented 3-in-1 motion of a TreadClimber burns far more calories than walking or jogging with less effort and impact. It’s also less tiring to use a TreadClimber due to something called Blood Lactate (mmol), which is lactic acid buildup from a workout. That build up makes people feel exhausted after exercising, which can make it hard to stay motivated. Since the TreadClimber causes 12% less lactic acid buildup than treadmills and 38% less than ellipticals, the machine makes it biologically easier to keep working out and getting results.

That’s important because you don’t want to burn out on a workout routine. You want to consistently make progress over time, and this unique design helps you do just that. All this explains why TreadClimbers are highly-rated. They allow user  to burn more calories and feel less burt out than most machines. This makes it easier to stick with the machine and achieve your fitness goals. Your body will thank you.

Three Workouts in One? But How?

You may be wondering how the TreadClimber provides three workouts in one. That sounds impossible, but it’s actually pretty simple:

• The forward-moving belts allow you to take advantage of the benefits of walking.
• As you step forward, you have to move your foot upward as though you’re walking up stairs.
• It allows for smooth, low-impact elliptical motion.

Commercial

Here’s a quick video of the TreadClimber in action to help explain how it works:

Is the TreadClimber Right for You?

Here are a few reasons why this style of machine might suit your specific exorcize needs:

• You’ve had knee injuries in the past.
• You want to burn more calories while walking.
• You want to tone your lower body.
• You need to support your cardiovascular health.
• You appreciate built-in motivation and customizable workout programs.

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about we’ve encountered about this machine through our correspondence with hundreds of customers over the years, .

Q: Will the TreadClimber actually burn that many calories?

A: This is a great question and one we get all the time. Many people are skeptical, but remember that this machine works the upper and the lower body simultaneously and users are also on an incline. To say these machines are intense would be an understatement.

Obviously you can adjust the intensity as you see fit, but if you do put it on a high intensity and perform the right amount training, you will burn up calories at an extraordinary rate. However, because there is virtually no impact on these machines, workouts don’t feel as intense as they would on a treadmill. You’d have to run very fast on a treadmill to meet the challenge of this machine.

Q: Can I have my TreadClimber assembled in my home? I hate setting these things up!

A: Yes. If you would prefer not to set the TreadClimber up yourself, an assembly service is available. The service includes bringing the machine into your home, calibrating it, and testing it. We will also walk you through any questions you may have about the machine. This service costs $249. If you’d prefer not to pay that fee, we have plenty of assembly instruction videos available to help guide you through the process. Most customers find these videos to be quite helpful.

Q: Can I do interval training on this machine?
A: With so many people jumping onto the interval training bandwagon, we get this question a lot. While you can do some light interval training with this one, consider purchasing the Max Trainer instead as it’s better designed to handle that style of workout.

Q: What is the warranty?
A: TreadClimber’s have a full warranty that last two years for the TC100 and three years for the TC200. If the machine happens to break down after that time period, then you can still order a replacement part and we will walk you through how to install that piece.

Q: Does this machine come with a money back guarantee? 
A: Not to worry, you’re covered. Just call or email Bowflex within six weeks and get a return number. Ship it back and you’ll be refunded the full purchase price (return shipping is on you).

Q: Is It Difficult to Store Your TreadClimber?
A: While this machine isn’t foldable, it isn’t that large either and can be easily moved around on the built-in wheels. So it’s at least mobile enough for storage.

Q: How can I get the best price?
A: Make sure that you check out our coupon code selection here.

Which TreadClimber is best for you?

Our personal favorite is the TC100 as it gives you great value and many setting options. However, if you require custom user profiles and a heart rate monitor or prefer to have a longer warranty, then you might consider stepping up to the TC200 instead.