Pick the right treadmill for your home workouts

There’s nothing more stylish than sporting a fit and lean body. Today, being fit is hardly an option and is almost imperative for those who want to make a strong, positive impression. Not only does a little investment in your health make you look better, it also endows you with an inimitable glow, great body language and an overall sense of confidence and well-being.

However, like everything else of worth, looking ripped and ravishing isn’t easy. If it was, everyone would do it! Long work hours, hectic social lives and family commitments leave most of us with very little time to hit the gym or attend the neighbourhood pilates’ class. That’s why home workouts are the best bet for those who are serious about keeping their size in check. You save time, money and can include exercise in your day anytime as per your convenience.

A treadmill is the first and most important piece of equipment one must invest in for a proper home workout. After all, those crunches aren’t going to get you anywhere without an impactful session of cardio that burns all that belly flab.

Choosing the right treadmill for your house however, can be quite a task as the market is flooded with different models with varying specifications and price points. Here’s a look at some of the new and most popular motorised home treadmills between Rs 22 Thousand and 1.3 Lakhs, ranked according to the price-points, you could choose from…

PROPEL HT 54

The PROPEL HT 54 is a very popular home treadmill model. As it has a speed limit of 10kmph, it is ideal for walking, jogging, running and cardiovascular training of all kinds. Its attractive price point boosts its popularity amongst value-driven Indian buyers. Equipped with a 1.5 HP motor and three levels of manual inclinations, this treadmill is a safe bet for home workouts. It also has the facility to enable multiple users to choose different programs according to their needs.

Price in India: INR 23,999.  Available on Snapdeal.com   

Features include:

• 1-year warranty on the motor and parts
• Weight limit of up to 90 kg
• Track area of 16”X47”
• Mp3 interface and speaker
• Backlit LCD with heart rate, pulse rate, calorie and distance monitoring features.
• 10 preset programs

ROBOTOUCH TREADMILL RBT-35

RBT-35 is equipped with a 1.75HP motor with a speed level of 12kmph. It has 2 manual inclination levels and the hydraulic folding facility makes it a very convenient home device. 

Price in India: INR 24,992. Available on Sanpdeal.com

Features include:

• 6 preset programs with a multilevel shock absorption deck
• Track area of 16”X47”
• Backlit LCD console with heart and pulse rate monitoring, distance traveled and calories burnt tracker
• Weight limit of up to 120 kg
• 1-year warranty on the motor and parts

AFTON FITNESS XO-100

The AFTON FITNESS XO-100 is a basic version of a home treadmill and is suitable for jogging and walking. It has a 3PHP motor with a speed limit of 12kmph. It is foldable and comes with three levels of inclination. 

Price in India: INR 28,499. Available on Amazon.in 

Features include:

• 3 preset programs
• Backlit LCD console display for heart and pulse rate monitoring, distance and time features
• Weight limit of up to 90 kg
• Track area of 15” x 44”
• 1-year warranty on the motor, parts and deck 

COSCO CMTM FX55

This product has a 1.25Hp motor, which makes it ideal for jogging and walking. This treadmill is preferred by people of short to average heights. It has a speed limit of 10kmph and 3 levels of inclination. While this treadmill is not foldable, it can be dismantled easily. 

Price in India: INR 28,999. Available on Amazon.in 

Features include:           

• 5 preset programs
• Track area of 15” x 44”
• 4” backlit LCD console with heart rate, pulse rate, calories burnt and time display option
• Weight limit of up to 90 kg
• 1-year warranty on the motor

ISO SOLID T4

The ISO SOLID T4 lives up to its name and offers a robust performance. It is equipped with a 1.5 CHP and 3 PHP motor, with a speed of up to 7.45 mph. You can go up to three levels of manual inclination on this treadmill. 

Price in India: INR 30,999. Available on Amazon.in 

Features include:

• 12 preset programs
• Track area of 15” x 47”
• Backlit LCD console with calories, heart and pulse rate monitoring feature
• Weight limit of up to 100 kg
• 1-year warranty on the motor and spare parts

 AFTON M4

The AFTON M4 boasts of a 1.75 CHP (continuous duty horsepower), a strong motor with a speed limit of up to 7.45 mph. It has three inclination levels and comes with a soft drop folding facility. It is an ideal entry-level product for those who’re just beginning their tryst with fitness. 

Price in India: INR 35,459. Available on Amazon.in 

Features include: 

• 12 preset programs
• Track area of 15.2” X 47.24”
• Backlit LCD display with pulse rate monitoring, calorie count, speed, distance and time features
• Weight limit of up to 100 kg
• 1-year warranty on the motor and parts 

ROBOTOUCH MULTIFUNCTION TREADMILL-09

This equipment is the RBT-09. With a 2.0 Hp motor, a speed limit of 8.7 mph and 4 inclination levels with maximum 15% inclination, this competitively-priced product also offers a hydraulic folding facility. This treadmill comes with a bonus twister and massager.

Price in India: INR 38,280. Available on Snapdeal.com

Features include:

• 6 preset training programs.
• Track area of 16” X 48”
• 6″ LCD display with an audio jack.
• Shock absorbers and ON/OFF control on the handrails
• Weight limit of up to 110 kg
• 1-year replacement guarantee and 3-year service warranty 

XTERRA TRAIL RACER 3.0 TREADMILL

This product gives you a great bang for your buck! Besides being compact and foldable, it is equipped with a 2.25 Hp motor. It has a speed limit of 16 mph and offers 12 inclination levels

Price in India: INR 68,899. Available on eBay.in

Features include:

• 9 pre-defined programs and the option of manually setting a defined program to one’s need
• 6” LCD backlit display integrated with audio jack and speakers
• Track area of 20” X 58”
• Pulse handgrip feature enabling easy reading of pulse and heart rate with the option of constant monitoring
• Weight limit of up to 120 kg
• 3-year warranty on the motor and 1-year warranty on both labor and parts 

SOLE F63:

Considered one of the best home treadmill choices, the SOLE F63 is equipped with a sturdy 3horsepower motor and can go up to a speed of 12mph. It comes with 15 levels of inclination, up to 15%. The treadmill is foldable and has an in-built security locking feature.

Price in India: INR 92,699. Available on Shopclues.com

Features include:

• 6 preset programs including cardio and fat burning
• Speed and inclination control in the armrest
• Built-in speaker and Mp3 plug-in
• Vibrant well-lit 6.5” LCD display with heart pace, speed, inclination, time and distance readings along with calories burnt
• Track area of 20” X 60”
• Weight limit of up to 150 kg
• 1-year warranty on the motor and 5-year warranty on parts 

LIFESPAN TR 4000i

The LIFESPAN TR 4000i is another really popular choice at a higher price-point. Powered by a 3.25 Hp motor, the treadmill has a speed limit of 12 mph. Just like Sole F63, it is foldable, making it a highly convenient model to have at home without worrying about space issues. This treadmill too has an option of up to 15 inclination levels.

Price in India: INR 1, 27,500. Available on Rediff.com

Features include:

• 21 preset programs grouped into categories like fitness, weight loss, sports, and healthy living
• Built-in speaker and Mp3 jack, mobile stand and device charger
• 5” LCD screen with intelligent lighting
• Track area of 20” X 60” with 8 shock absorbers
• Weight limit of up to 150 kg
• Lifetime warranty on the frame and 5-year warranty on parts