Bowflex Series 3 Treadmill
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Description of Bowflex Series 3 Treadmill
Bowflex Series 3 Treadmill, motorized and ready to go the distance in getting you fit! Get low-impact, high-cardio workout benefits right at home! With grip heart reading and 6 preset programs. Here's how Bowflex will have you flexing all your fitness muscles: Strike Zone deck suspension offers a comfortable surface that's easy on feet, ankles, knees and hips. You get a soft landing and a firm lift-off on the roomy 20 x 54" surface 6 preset programs. Quick keys for Walk, Jog, Run speeds, with speed range from .5-10 mph; 4-window LED dot matrix display; Durable 1.75 HP continuous duty motor, made to last 2" precision rollers; Contact grip heart rate sensors; Fold-up treadmill with soft-drop declining, so it's portable and easy to store; 2 bottle / cup holders; Measures 77 x 35 x 55 1/4"h. open. Folded it's 39 x 35 x 60"h. Weighs approx. 300 lbs. Some assembly required. Maximum user weight 250 lbs.With a fold-up capability for easy storage and durable construction for rugged use, the Bowflex Series 3 Treadmill is an intense cardio workout system for the home gym. It offers a 1.75 horsepower continuous-duty motor; six workout programs for workout variety (including manual, cardio, fat burn, and hills); grip heart rate monitoring; and an LED computer display to track your metrics as you exercise.
 The Series 3 offers a 1.75 horsepower continuous-duty motor, six workout programs for workout variety, grip heart rate monitoring; and an LED computer display to track your metrics as you exercise. |
Specifications:
- Speed range: 0.5-10 miles per hour/0.8-16.1 kilometers per hour
- Incline range: 0-12%
- 1.75 horsepower continuous-duty motor
- Six workout programs: manual, cardio, running, fat burn, speed interval jogger, and hill intervals
- Grip heart rate monitoring
- Four-window LED computer display with 10 x 21 dot matrix
- Product dimensions: 77 inches long by 35 inches wide by 55.25 inches tall/196 by 89 by 140 centimeters
- Folded dimensions: 39 inches long by 35 inches wide by 60 inches tall/99 by 89 by 152 centimeters
- Machine weight: 298 pounds/135 kilograms
- Maximum user weight: 275 pounds/125 kilograms
- Power requirements: 120VAC 15A non-GFI grounded outlet
- Strike Zone deck cushioning provides soft landing and firm lift-off
- One-ply belt
- Rollers measure 2 inches/5 centimeters
- Walking/running surface area measures 20 inches wide by 54 inches long/51 by 137 centimeters
- Two bottle/cup holders
Manufacturer's Warranty
Frame - 15 years; motor - 10 years; parts - 2 years; electronics and labor - 1 year
What's in the Box?
Bowflex Series 3 treadmill, user's manual, warranty information
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About Treadmills
Walking is still considered one of the most beneficial cardiovascular exercises for people of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. As a fundamental form of aerobic training, walking has numerous physical benefits for the heart, lungs, and circulatory system, while also increasing muscle tone and burning fat calories. Treadmills provide a convenient way to regularly exercise in all weather conditions in the comfort and safety of your own home.
From beginners just starting an exercise regimen to advanced athletes looking to maintain their fitness level, anyone interested in getting and staying in shape can benefit greatly from regular use of a treadmill. Treadmills allow you to determine the pace, distance, and complexity of the workout based on your needs, all while watching television, talking on the telephone, or reading a magazine. Much easier on sensitive joints like the knees and hips, treadmill walking and running surfaces are typically long, padded platforms that allow ample room for a long stride and comfortable, low-impact walk or jog without the harsh contact of a concrete surface.
While many different types, styles, and price ranges of treadmills exist, many of them offer unique features like a fold-up design for easy storage, an electronic display monitor showing speed, distance, workout time, incline level, and burned calories, and EKG grip pulses to monitor the heart rate while exercising. Regardless of the simple to complex features you may choose, treadmills offer an array of aerobic exercise opportunities that will provide long-lasting beneficial cardiovascular results without a commute to the gym or a jog in the rain.
Sports reviews of Bowflex Series 3 Treadmill
Customer Review: Effortless Purchase
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Hello Gang,
I just wanted to say because of your honest reviews I did feel very comfortable purchasing this product. I purchased the Bowflex Series 3 as opposed to other models in the same price range and class. Some notes for anyone considering the same purchase. I live in Maryland and had no problem receiving my purchased. I was quoted 3 weeks and I got it in two weeks. EGL was very helpful and at least my experience the staff was professional. Someone posted the number and address, which was also very helpful in tracking my purchase. For those of you, who call to track, keep in mind that your purchase is under your AMAZON name and address. It is better to use your tracking number when working with EGL shipping. Staff members by the name of Lisa, Monte, Jabar I think where all very helpful. My items arrive in Baltimore MD a week and a half after I order them. EGL was very flexible in getting my treadmill to me. You must request a 2 man crew; and call back and verify that a two man crew is in route or you may have to wait longer. Also if you want the treadmill in your basement bring the delivery men around back; their policy is to the front door. Which ever door it is should not matter, and really is none of their business. The treadmill is by and large extremely huge and close to the size of an oversized couch.
Now onto assembly details, my husband put it together for me. He is 6'0 and pretty strong, it took him about 3-4 hours to put it together while watching Sunday night football. A small power drill does help a great deal but is not required. Be careful not to pinch the wires while assembling the top portion (screen/panel). You may need an extra set of hands just to have someone hold the wires clear of the railing while you snap the top portion in. The treadmill is strong and sturdy and my husband ran on it at a speed of 7.5 while I do my fast walking at a speed of 2.7. I am 5'9 with a long stride so for folks out there looking for a machine able to handle their height this is the one.
Read the manual on how to use different workout settings before you begin or you will swear it is broken. Reading the manual first will avoid being frustrated in the middle of your workout when you want to modify your routine. The treadmill in size is comparable to one you would find at a commercial gym. You must get the Bowflex floor matt so that you have a sold sturdy workout (avoid rocking on carpet), and also to keep from ruining your floors. At $100 dollars no one is really happy about it but once you put it down, it is a perfect fit and certainly worth it. The treadmill is very very heavy and does take up a lot of space; something to consider if you are planning to bring the bowflex to a spare room, guestroom or bed room. As far as sound goes I would have to say it is not completely silent but not as loud as the ones at the gym. To give you an example I can walk at a speed of 2.5 and not wake the baby up. I am sure anything faster than that and the baby might be disturbed; running would be too loud, better still not as loud as the gym.
In closing, if you don't have time to go to a store, go to Amazon they will take care of you. You will NOT find a better treadmill with free shipping at $999, unless you stole it. (Smile) I went to Sports Authority, Cosco, Treadmill Doctor, and several other places online and this is the best deal in town. I hope this information is helpful especially during the New Year when we start our resolutions all over again.
Customer Review: BOWFLEX JUST LIKE THE ONES IN GOLD'S OR BALLY'S GYM...
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Bowflex Series 3 Treadmill
For the price, it's outstanding. I based my decision off the already listed reviews for this item (THANK YOU AMAZON FELLOW CUSTOMERS) and the lady who said it was delivered to your threshold and that's it. That's right in the doorway. I followed the advise exact. I opened the box. First you take up the two smaller pieces and all the plastic hand guards and end pieces. Then the one thing I did differently is when it came to the base (which is the piece that weighs about 200 lbs), I enlisted the help of three other people (so two on each side) and it was very easy. So you don't need to hire any moving company or installation crew if you have some friends to help you on delivery day.
The rest of the set up was very easy (by following the instruction book). Total time was no more than 45 minutes as long as you have no issues like the one I mention at the end of this paragraph. Now there is one small thing that was confusing, it calls for 22 one of type of screw and your package only has 18. The instructions must be made for setting up the BOWFLEX 5 or 7 treadmill because all of the screws worked out perfectly. I was not short any screws. So no need to panic when you read the instructions and see the screw count doesn't match. OH AND DON'T REMOVE THE WIRE/STRING THAT IS CLIPPED INSIDE LEFT BAR. THE WIRE IS TO HELP YOU PULL/GUIDE THE WIRE CONNECTION to the console/control. I TOOK IT OFF IN THE BEGINNING AND I SPENT PROBABLY 30 MINUTES TRYING TO PUT IT BACK IN!
One last note, the handrails on this treadmill are shorter than what you would find at the commercial ones in the gym. THAT is the only downside, not a big deal for me but something you may want to consider if you are someone who likes to hang on to the rail while you walk or run.
Customer Review: Can't Go Wrong
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I purchased my Bowflex Series 3 a couple of months ago and am thrilled with this machine. I can only compare with my hand-me-down $89 15-year-old floor model. I love the large display, the 2 bottle holders (I have a clamp-fan hooked on one), the smoothness and quietness, the sturdiness, the controls are easy to reach. I really felt I got a good workout from day 1. I'm 5'2" and have no problems running on the platform. Only three design complaints:
1. my hands are small and have to be positioned rather awkwardly to get the pulse reader to begin registering; and although it reads in the manual it takes up to seven pulses to begin, it has taken up to 14 minutes for me (better than my previous machine which stopped registering heart rate years ago);
2. the manual is vague and I wish it was more detailed (no description for "watts" and what am I suppose to do with the "scan" buttons); I'm still trying to figure out the lingo on the screen when I've finished and want to keep a record of my progress;
3. my book/magazine holder slides off at the first level incline (0.5) as there is no real ledge to hook on the console; I had to secure with packing tape.
As other reviewers have written this is a very heavy machine. And bulky. I placed it where my previous treadmill was and the large console blocks the entire TV. I had to do some rearranging (I also have a NordicTrack ski machine). So be sure of where you want to put it beforehand. I suggest purchasing a floor mat.
Also, I did not buy from Amazon (although I would have). I paid $649 plus $150 shipping from Sears. Amazon does not do price match because they believe they offer the lowest price (wise up Amazon--Sears is regularly $899.99). Sears is threshold or garage delivery too. Drawback was it took 15 days from time of ordering to arrival.
Customer Review: I love it! :)
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I am totally in love with this treadmill!
Pros:
- It is nice and sturdy.
- It has quite a few features and places to put a bottle, the stereo remote, etc. on it.
- It does the raised incline.
- It's easy to operate, even for people who, like me, don't bother to read manuals.
- It feels like a professional machine you would use at the gym.
- It's in my den, not at a gym full of people! :)
- It's cheaper than the fancier models, but unless you're a professional athlete, you don't need the additional features to begin with. I felt like it was a great deal for the price!
- It folds for easier storage if you have space issues.
Cons:
- It is very heavy. Make sure you set it up where you want it to stay, forever! Especially if you are setting it up in a room that has carpet on the floor. I was able to move it by myself, but I have tile on the floor of that room, and it was TOUGH!
All things considered, I think it's a great deal for the price. I had been to a store and noticed that the machines that were a few thousand dollars were way nicer and sturdier than the ones in this price range. This machine did not disappoint me at all, it felt like the ones I saw selling from 2,000 and up.
Enjoy!
Customer Review: Great Machine with Great Customer Service
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I did quite a bit of research on this treadmill before purchasing it and my only concern was the multitude of comments regarding poor customer service. I decided to buy the treamill anyway and hope nothing went wrong. The treadmill worked great until I moved and my movers man-handled it a bit. I couldn't figure out what was wrong with it, so I finally broke down and called customer service. Turns out my movers managed to get a hold of a couple of wires in the back when they moved it and ripped the wires out. Unfortunately, it took a few phone calls to diagnose the issue since we were trying to avoid opening up the console if it wasn't necessary. I found the customer service team at Nautilus (this is who handles this treadmill) to be incredibly friendly, helpful and responsive. I was not only satisfied with the service, but I was blown away by how great it was. In one instance, the service tech didn't know where my afflicted wire went exactly, so she asked a colleague and within minutes, we both had instructive pictures detailing what needed to be done. The treadmill itself is fantastic and sturdy. Love it. I'm also now a huge fan of the Nautilus customer service team. If you have an issue, they will help find a solution.