The Bowflex TreadCimber TC1000 is the latest model utilizing the company's unique TreadClimber technology. This unique design offers all the benefits of the best low-impact workouts, with a treadmill, stairclimber, and an elliptical trainer in a single unit. In the TC5500, Bowflex introduces their new G.O. Coach feature. G.O. Coach technology (goal-oriented programming) facilitates simple planning to assist in creating, monitoring, and meeting your fitness targets.
Offers treadmill, stairclimber, and elliptical functionality
Variable speed from 0.5-4.5 miles per hour
12 levels of resistance
Provides G.O. Coach capability for setting goals and tracking progress
Offers standard and customized workouts
Longer treadle design
Accommodates tracking for up to four users
Displays 15 functions, including time, distance, calorie burn,heart rate and program
CON
May be too large for some workout spaces
Chest strap required for heart rate monitoring
May be too loud for some users
Some users may not be challenged by the maximum speed of 4.5
Maximum user weight of 300 pounds
DIET and NUTRITION
The Bowflex TreadClimber TC5500 is a fitness product. Nutritional guidance is not included.
EXERCISE
The Bowflex TreadClimber TC5500 offers three workout types. Utilizing the company's unique TreadClimber technology, the TC5500 functions as a treadmill, stairclimber, and elliptical. Users may choose from standard, preprogrammed workouts (including nine landmark challenges), or create a custom workout.
CONCLUSION
From trusted fitness leader Bowflex, the TreadClimber TC5500 offers three varieties of low-impact cardio through a treadmill, elliptical, and stairclimber within a single unit. With 12 adjustable resistance settings and speeds ranging from 0.5-4.5 miles per hour, users can continually create ever-challenging workouts. The console display shows all the key fitness metrics, while the new G.O. Coach technology offers the ultimate in goal setting and monitoring--for up to four users!
This machine will get you in shape fast. I was surprised after using the machine for 10 days I was actually able to jog a pretty good pace for almost 3 miles after not jogging for years. I'm 44 years old. I like the chest strap and that I can keep my heart rate in check.
User Feedback
(Page 1 of 1, 1 total comments)Chris
+This machine will get you in shape fast. I was surprised after using the machine for 10 days I was actually able to jog a pretty good pace for almost 3 miles after not jogging for years. I'm 44 years old. I like the chest strap and that I can keep my heart rate in check.
posted Aug 30th, 2011 12:55 am