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Treadmills FAQ

Is maintenance required for my treadmill?

Your lifespan treadmill is very simple to maintain. All maintenance requirements and steps for your specific treadmill is included in the product manual. Here is a simple breakdown of the maintenance requirements below:. You can purchase silicon spra

Is running on a treadmill as effective as running outside?

Running on a treadmill indoors has the same benefit as running outside, with some additional benefits including:

What is the difference between a normal treadmill and a curved FreeRun treadmill?

The Lifespan Curved Treadmills provides you with more freedom than a Standard Treadmill. Unlike a normal treadmill, you are generating your own speed instead of keeping up with the speed like a motorised treadmill.  The Curved Treadmills do not use a

Which treadmill is suitable for me?

Treadmills are an amazing way to get your cardio workout in the comfort of your own home. Whether your goal is to increase your fitness level, lose weight, train for an event or simply get into running, Lifespan Fitness has a treadmill for you. The t

Are treadmills easy to install?

All Lifespan Treadmills will come pre-assembled in the box. The treadmill will generally be 90% assembled. The deck is one piece, all you'll need to do is unpack, unfold and tighten the bolts for the display to the upright tube and deck. When securin

Treadmill or Cross Trainer - which one should I choose?

Treadmills and Cross Trainers are both great options for working out and burning calories! Whilst both options are designed to provide a great cardio burn they differ in their delivery of workout. Cross trainers are a great option for a low impact wo

Which treadmill cover is right for my treadmill?

At Lifespan, Treadmill Covers are available in 2 different sizes for the Foldable Treadmills and one size for the Non-Foldable Treadmills. Please note that the below dimensions refer to the folded dimensions for your treadmill. The Small/Medium (S/M)

Why are some treadmill higher at the front of the walking deck when it is on 0 incline?

The front of the treadmill is where the components such as the motor and control board is stored so it will always have a slightly higher section at the front, we call this the Natural Incline. Models like the Pursuit 3 or Pursuit Max have a design t

What is the difference between HP and CHP for treadmills? Which one is better?

HP (Horsepower): This is a measure of the power output of the treadmill motor at its peak. It represents the maximum power the motor can produce for a short period. HP ratings can be higher, but they don't necessarily indicate sustained performance.