As we review treadmills, one of the metrics we like to pinpoint is the preset workout programs the treadmill will come with upon purchase. These programs can help people be more engaged in their treadmill workouts, so we wanted to highlight some of the best of today’s preset treadmill workouts.
Matrix XIR Ultimate Console Built-In Programs
On the Matrix treadmills, there are three different treadmill consoles which can be attached to a base Matrix treadmill. By choosing the XIR Ultimate console, you can have a variety of different built-in programs. Pictured below is a screenshot of a goal-based time workout.
Users can tailor their workout to their weight, desired workout time, you preferred max speed and your top incline level. The sliders can be adjusted by hand as the screen of the XIR Ultimate console is a touchscreen, making it easy to work with the preset program.
The training, goals, and target heart rate workout program categories all have sub-workout programs where you will follow the same process of adjusting the sliders to your needs.
You can also access the Sprint 8 program from the Matrix XIR Ultimate console. These are 20-minute interval programs which you can choose from beginner to elite or even customize. The Sprint 8 program is also available on some Horizon and Vision treadmills.
NordicTrack Treadmill Preset Workouts
If you are looking for a large variety of preset exercise programs, NordicTrack treadmills have plenty. All the NordicTrack treadmills with a touchscreen have a similar preset program layout, as shown by the screenshot below of the NordicTrack Commercial 1750.
There is more than just the calorie burn workout program category. You can also choose heart rate, intensity, speed, and incline workout programs. The different programs go from beginner to advanced, so you can choose which level is right for you. Also, the touchscreens on the NordicTrack treadmills makes it easy to scroll through the programs and find the right ones for you.
Also, NordicTrack is currently including a year membership to iFit Coach with the purchase of some of their treadmills. Through iFit Coach, you can access an even wider variety of running programs and receive encouragement from top-notch personal trainers.
As you can see, treadmill manufacturers are trending toward providing a healthy variety of preset workout program options with the ability to tailor them to your needs. So, the next time you read one of our treadmill reviews, pay attention to the section where we discuss available workout programs to help you really see if that particular treadmill is the right one for you.