Treadmills & Steppers

Here’s a no-frills, compact walking treadmill with an unusually sturdy build for the price range, accommodating users up to 350 pounds. While this model is intended for fitness walking only, it is not self-powered like other walking treadmills — the 1.5 HP …

This simple stair stepper from Brookstone offers an adequate cardio and lower body workout and folds away for easy storage when not in use.

The telescopic shaft is a distinguishing feature that can be adjusted to your exact height and accommodate multiple users.

The base …

Combining the climbing motion of a stair stepper, the low-impact benefits of an elliptical trainer and the forward movement of a treadmill, the Mobia by Nautilus aims to take the health benefits of “walking” to a new level.

Nautilus, owner of Bowflex is sometimes criticized for over-hyped, …

Here’s a sleek and compact folding treadmill that comes fully assembled out of the box. Ideal for small spaces, the LifeSpan Fitness TR200 easily collapses to fit under a bed, upright in a closet or behind a door.

The blue LCD console features a large, easy to use display with …

The 6.75 Folding Treadmill, the newest offering from the highly regarded Smooth Fitness brand, is a feature-rich, mid-range machine that replaces the popular 6.45 treadmill model.

There’s nothing negative to say about the older version — the Smooth 6.45 …

To contrast the high-end treadmills we regularly review, here’s a look at a self-powered, very affordable model from Stamina.

Th InMotion II features a non-slip, low-impact 42 inch long walking/running surface that lets you set the pace, but your legs are the only …

The Bowflex Series 3 Treadmill is an affordable alternative to the highly regarded Series 7, considered one of the best home treadmills for the price by Consumer Reports and many other respected authorities.

Bowflex folding treadmills are robust and reliable and you can’t …

We’ve reviewed many types of motorized treadmills, from entry-level to high-end gym quality models. This is our first look at a manual treadmill that requires no electricity.

For those who can’t afford a powered treadmill or are simply averse to researching the …

The MS-90 incorporates a basic stepper, a separate twisting disk and two sets of light dumbbells for a quick, well-rounded and varied cardio/aerobic workout.

The machine is compact, simple to assemble and very easy to use. The twister plate can be removed to further save space in small rooms. …

This treadmill is the sturdiest and most solid that we’ve seen in the under $1,000 price range. Smooth Fitness accomplishes this by going big and heavy — the 5.45 is a rock-solid behemoth.

The Smooth Fitness 5.45 delivers health club quality performance …

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