November 2011 Update

• We are no longer updating the review to this product as it is no longer part of the 2011-2012 lineup. Please visit our Best Buy Treadmill and Best Buy Elliptical pages for our current recommendations. Thank you!

Good points

•  comes equipped with all the necessary features for an effective workout
• cushioning is superior to many higher priced models and is especially beneficial for runners

Bad points

•  not the best quality judging from the low weight capacity and slightly inadequate motor

Comments

• On the surface, there isn't really anything that sets the Nordictrack Apex 4500 apart from the other treadmills out there. You would be right for the most part. The Apex 4500's main selling point is the superior cushioning that are especially gentle on your joints. Besides this however, even at 50% off MSRP, there are usually better deals from Nordictrack so you can probably pass on this one.

Lose pounds with the freedom of an outdoor workout inside your home with the NordicTrack Apex 4500 Treadmill. Its features include a carb counter so you can monitor accurately the grams of carbs you lose with each exercise. Its odometer monitors your workout distance while MyMiles keeps track of the number of miles you traveled. The ClearView Backlit Display, especially with the extra wide viewing angle, allows you to easily view the number of carbs and calories you burned, your speed, distance, pace, time, and pulse. And with its training zone indicator, you stay in the right training zone: warm up/cool, down, aerobic, endurance training or performance training.

The NordicTrack APEX 4500 Treadmill also has 10 personal trainer workouts and 2 learn workouts that you can save for future use. Its AutoBreeze fan feature also allows you to cool off while training with its 4 fan settings from low, medium, high, or AutoBreeze. It can be easily stored with its SpaceSaver design. By just raising the spring-loaded deck and locking it to place, you can easily fold your treadmill and wheel it into storage when not in use. Its specifications include a DurX 2.25 CHP commercial-drive motor, reflex cushioning, 1-10 MPH 1-Touch Speed, 0-12% 1-Touch Incline, 20" x 55" 2-ply commercial-grade treadbelt, and 2.5 precision machined rollers.

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