Top 7 Best Heavy Duty Treadmills

Our first treadmill for you to review is an excellent option for first-time treadmill users and anyone who is looking for an affordable addition to their home gym. The Weslo Cadence G5.9 Treadmill has basic accessories and features, but a powerful motor.

Weslo chose to use a 2.25hp motor on the G5.9. This option makes this not an affordable treadmill, but a durable one as well. You can manually set the incline at one of two levels, plus there are six preset workout programs available.

NordicTrack's reputation for offering quality exercise equipment is exemplified in their T6.5S heavy-duty treadmill. This machine uses NordicTrack's FlexSelect™ cushioning to reduce the pounding on your joints dramatically.

If space-saving is important, you'll appreciate that this treadmill uses EasyLift Assist™ technology to fold up in a snap. The NordicTrack T6.5S has a touchscreen display where you can access 20 preset programs. They added a strong 2.6hp motor that allows you to walk or jog as fast as 10 mph.

The fourth treadmill we researched for you is another from NordicTrack. The Commercial T1750 takes features offered on more basic models and adds the element of commercial gym-grade construction.

This machine also comes with 50 preset workout programs. The tread belt is extra-wide and full length. With a five-foot overall length, this model will handle long running strides.

NordicTrack supports the commercial-grade assertion with a full 10-year warranty on an extra-strong frame, plus 2-years on parts and 1-year on labor. This is one of the most impressive warranties on home-model treadmills.

There are a lot of inexpensive treadmills on the market. However, the vast majority are simply not built to be durable. That's not the case with the Exerpeutic TF1000 Treadmill. While it isn't a machine designed to withstand intense running, it is a perfect solution for walkers.

The affordable price makes it even more appealing. You can increase the speed enough to hit a target heart rate, essential for cardio training. Exerpeutic installed the heart monitor in the handrails so you can monitor your cardio output safely.

Some heavy-duty treadmills can take up a lot of space. Not a problem with the foldable ProGear HCXL 4000 Electric Treadmill. The ProGear rolls away in a corner or even in a closet. This machine has a strong 1.5 HP motor to propel and extra wide tread area.

ProGear kept the operation simple. This is a two-level incline machine with speed adjustment from 0.4 to 4.0 miles per hour. The LED monitor supplies time, speed and heart rate on an easy-to-read panel.

ProForm is an exercise fitness company with a strong reputation for building quality machines. The 2000 model treadmill follows is reflective of their dedication to building equipment that is both user-friendly and durable.

You can immediately take confidence when you see a piece of exercise equipment comes with a lifetime warranty on important structural components. Both the frame and the motor on the ProForm 2000 Treadmill are back with this type of impressive warranty.

Our final heavy-duty treadmill is a great choice for budget and space conscious needs. The Sunny Health and Fitness T7643 Treadmill has a smaller deck area, plus folds up when not in use. It is an excellent model if you only have limited floor space.

You can adjust your speed in one-tenth of a mile per hour increments up to 6 mph. The LCD monitor is smaller than some models, but it uses a large, bold display so it's easy to read. In the center of the display console is an extra-wide tablet holder.