3 Horsepower Motor Reviews

Get rid of the notion that you need to spend 3, 4, 5 thousand dollars or more for a decent treadmill. More and more treadmills are quite good with price tags under ,000.

The Horizon Fitness T101 Treadmill is a decent treadmill priced under ,000. Horizon Fitness is a reputable fitness equipment manufacturer and sells a large variety of treadmills (plus elliptical trainers and exercise bikes). The Horizon Fitness T101 Treadmill is a good treadmill if you're looking for your first treadmill or you're not an overly demanding athlete.

Running Surface

Granted the running surface size at 20" wide by 55" long is not ideal - but it's good enough if you aren't well over 6 feet tall. In fact the Horizon Fitness T101 is ideal for walkers and joggers. If you are over 6 feet tall you might want a 60" long running surface. Also, if you're into doing lunges or any type of walking/running requiring a long gait, then your best bet is a 60" long running surface.

Horsepower

It's true the Horizon Fitness T101 only has a 2.25 horsepower motor - but then not everyone wants or needs 3.0 horsepower. Now, if you're a serious runner and so sprints, you might want a larger motor. That said, smaller motors produce less noise and at the end of the day cost more money. Motor size is not the be all and end all - remember you're buying the best treadmill for you.

Workout Programs

How does the Horizon Fitness T101 shine? The built-in programmed workout programs are many and the workout options are plenty. With 12 workout programs, you'll find a workout program that suits you. If you don't want the hassle of coming up with your own workout - just hit a few buttons on the console and the T101 computer will step you through a programmed workout. But, if you like doing your own workout - no problem, you can that as well.

Cushioning

If you're just starting your treadmill research, I bet you didn't know that some treadmills come with a cushioning feature? And the Horizon Fitness T101 is no exception. Running on the T101 tread deck is softer than running on pavement. Now don't go looking for treadmill with loads of cushioning, because if you've run on sand you know that too much softness makes for a totally different kind of workout altogether. Running on a super soft surface won't be representative of your true running and walking performance.

Hill Running

One other nice benefit of a treadmill in your home (this may be a curse) is you can run hills any time and for as long as you like with the adjustable incline mechanism. The Horizon T101 is outfitted with a top incline of 10 percent.

Are you short on space? Then take advantage of the Horizon T101 folding feature. When you're done working out, get it out of the way by folding it and storing it in a closet or behind a screen.

If you weigh under 300 pounds (maximum user weight) and have a treadmill budget under ,000, then the Horizon Fitness Treadmill T101 could be the treadmill for your home.