Why is the NordicTrack Elite 9500 Pro Treadmill a serious professional gym-training machine built for home use? This machine comes with space-age technology:

- Heavy-duty 4-horse power commercial motor
- Adjustable cushion for the extra long 60" x 20" running deck reducing the running impact by 15 to 33%
- A console featuring luxury automobile techniques in design and a 7-inch television set cable ready.
 
This Rolls-Royce of treadmills makes exercising fun and productive.

Featuring one of the largest motors in the industry, the dynamically spin balanced 4.0 CHP commercial engine is built to last with commercial parts and thermal cutoff switch. This is one of the quietest and smoothest treadmill motors available. Coupled with 2.5 spin-balanced rollers crafted from high tolerance, machined steel covered with E-coat to eliminate static, the action is even and fast.

This NordicTrack Elite 9500 Pro Treadmill has the patented DuraStride Adjustable Cushioning system reducing strain and impact on the spine, knees and ankles by 15 to 33%. This is accomplished by a movable isolator, which allows the user to select the firmness preferred. Having choices from hard road surfaces to a softer, joint friendly support gives runners training for marathons actual indoor road practice.

The LED display is a “Solaris” like ones used in luxury cars and reduces clutter creating a clear, clean, stylish screen. Built-in comfort includes streamlined controls placed for easy use and software anticipating users need. The one touch operation allows quick changing of speeds from 0 to 12 mph and the incline from 0 to 15%.

Programs can be found instantaneously without scrolling through multiple screens. A special EKG grip pulse monitor is built into the handlebars allowing the user to keep the workout in the training zone desired These feature 24 specially designed workouts to increase running speed, 4 distance training, 4 heart rate training and 4 programmable for custom programs.

The 7-inch television is a new addition along with the workout fan on the console. Even the surround sound system has been upgraded, combining high-end speakers and sub woofers. A music port and console shelf makes staying in tune while working out easy.

Concerns include the price, the heaviness of the machine and the lack of iFIT Live Internet connections. The price is higher due to the space-age technology; the luxury and versatility are well worth the added expense. This space saving machine is well-built and heavy to move. Even with the wheels, moving this durable machine is easier with two people.

The biggest complaint is the lack of iFIT Live Internet capabilities; this is designed to play iFIT Live cards. These cards can be purchased with special workout programs, installed and played on the console.

For people serious about exercising and wanting a long-lasting or even lifetime professional exercise machine, this Rolls-Royce of exercise equipment is a great option. The heavy-duty 4.0 hp commercial motor is guaranteed for life and provides smooth, quiet action. The most outstanding feature is the “DuraStride” cushioning giving running the moving-on-air feeling while reducing impact stress on body joints. This NordicTrack Elite 9500 Pro Treadmill is a dream for the professional athlete and well worth the investment.