Bowflex Treadclimber Reviews

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Bowflex Treadclimber Reviews

Bowflex Puts A Spin On The Traditional Treadmill

The Bowflex treadclimber is supposed to combine the workout power of a treadmill, a stairclimber and an elliptical. Treadclimbers have an interesting design and do offer a unique approach to cardio,  but don’t be overly influenced by Bowflex’s many infomercial ads. You’re not gonna look like the fitness models in the commercials in a few weeks! Having said that, the Bowflex Treadclimber does offer a unique approach to cardio that can really get your heart rate up and keep it there and burn an incredible amount of calories without having to run! ( This fact alone draws in a lot of customers lol)

While the treadclimber design can offer you an intense workout, Bowflex Treadclimbers have both pros and cons.

Pros

  • Burn more calories with less perceived effort
  • Works more core muscles in unison
  • Minimizes joint impact
  • Increase your hear rate quickly
  • Compact design won’t take up to much space
  • No running or jogging!

Cons

  • Heavy and can be hard to move
  • Poor warranty
  • Customer service isn’t great
  • Expensive

Bowflex Treadclimber Reviews By Model

UPDATE: Bowflex has released 3 all new Bowlfex Treadclimber models. They replace the previous three models the TC1000, TC5000 and the TC5500.

The new models are the Bowflex Treadclimber TC20, Bowflex Treadclimber TC10 and the TC5.

We will leave our previous reviews so you can compare and contrast with the new models.

New Bowflex Treadclimber Models

bowflex treadclimber tc10Bowflex Treadclimber TC10 – $2,199

The Bowflex Tc10 is their mid level treadclimber and is the replacement for their tc 5000, their most popular model.

bowflex treadclimber tc20Bowflex Treadclimber TC20 – $3,299

The Bowflex TC20 is the top of the line treadclimber and has the most bells and whistles of any model. Interestingly however it has fewer “landmark challenges” than their previous TC5500 top end model.

bowflex treadclimber tc5Bowflex Treadclimber TC5 – $999

The biggest change definitely comes with the Bowflex Tc5. Replacing the Bowflex tc1000, it completely does away with the motor. Because of this one of the treadclimber’s main hang ups (the noisy motor), is reduced completely.

 Old Bowflex Treadclimber Models

bowflex treadclimber reviews

Bowflex Treadclimber TC1000 – $1,298

 

Bowflex Treadclimber TC5000 – $2,499

 

Bowflex Treadclimber TC5500 – $3,299

  • NEW: Goal oriented technology. Built-in personal motivation
  • Customizable programming so you can challenge yourself
  • Longer foot treadles for more comfort and a longer stride
  • 4.5 mph max speed
  • 5 year motor warranty
  • Click here for our Bowflex Treadclimber TC5500 review

 

How The Bowflex Treadclimbers Work

The Bowflex treadclimber system is based on their patented “dual motion treadle system”. “Treadles” refer to the two moving walking areas your feet walk on. These two treadles move up and down while you stride. As they state in their commercials it combines the workout movements of three different exercises, the treadmill, the elliptical machine and the stairmaster. As has been reported by independent tests, the treadclimber motion does burn twice as many calories as a treadmill running at the same speed.

More Sweat With Less Running

One of the big draws of the treadclimber other than its ability to provide a good workout without running, is its ability to provide low impact training. There’s a reason why treadmill manufacturers are always trying to one up each other in terms of cushioning, it’s because running can really be hard on your joints. Bowflex treadclimbers try to solve this problem with their walking only design. On the impact scale the treadclimber probably falls somewhere in between a treadmill and an elliptical machine.

Low Impact Combined With High Work Rate

The main problem with elliptical machines despite their low impact type of training is the fact that seriously hard to get your work rate up high enough in order to burn enough calories. There is a reason why elliptical machines are so popular in gyms. (And because they’re so easy use! i.e. require little effort!) You won’t find that with the Bowflex Treadclimber.

Unique Movement Takes Some Getting Used To

In fact, you’ll be sweating buckets in no time and you’ll feel your legs burning. One thing to keep in mind however with the Bowflex Treadclimber, is the fact that a lot of customers have stated that it takes a little while to get used to the unique movement that is asked of you by the Treadclimber.

In fact Bowflex recommends that first you simply use the Bowflex Treadclimber in treadmill mode to allow your body to get used to the unique foot positioning. After a week or so you can “switch on” the Treadclimber mode and start blasting away those calories.

For more details on each specific model please check out the individual Bowflex Treadclimber reviews pages for each Bowflex tread climber machine.

If you’d like to find out more information from the official Bowflex website click the more details button below. There you can also find helpful videos along with more customer reviews that going to more detail on each specific model.

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