Nordic Track Treadmill - From Schussing To Jogging

Nordic Track treadmill models hover in the upper economy to moderate price range and are more of what runners and those in sports training should have in mind.

Nordic Track treadmills owe their existence to Nordic Track's entry into the fitness market with the aerobic skier many years ago.

Nordic Track is now a subsidiary of Icon Health and Fitness, the largest producer of fitness machines, and both benefits from Icon's 200 designers and, many of Icon's machines are considered Best Buys in their class.

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NordiTrack has a sketchy track record. Those who review treadmills find problem-riddled machines like the exp 1000 or Fit Pro as often as they find commendable models.

Even there, one reviewer commended a Nordic Track model as the best home-use model made by the company while another refused to recommend it.

There's plenty of value in many of Nordic Track's machines, but what's true of buying any treadmill is particularly true of buying a Nordic Track: do your research.

The top-of-the-line model for Nordic Track is the 8600, a commercial grade machine that sports a 5.0CHP motor and achieves speeds of 12MPH.

It has 20x60" running surface and a cushioned deck that rises to 15%. It features Cardi-Grip™ Pulse Sensors with chest strap optional for heart rate monitoring, and includes iFit®, Icon's interactive workout technology, 10 preset workouts, and an 8x30 Club Style Navigator™ Console.

The Nordic Track 8600 sells for about $3300.