The Quinton treadmill is a low impact model that reduces chock in order to provide a safer workout. A low impact workout is important for reducing muscle and joint soreness. A low impact workout is even more important for those with injuries that are affected by increased shock during high impact activities.
The Quinton treadmill is one of the treadmills with the best shock reduction rating. For this reason, many people that want a very smooth ride or have injury issues will opt for a Quinton treadmill. The Quinton Treadmill line also has superior incline and speed capabilities.
Incline capabilities are very important in a treadmill for keeping variety in your workout as well as variety for your muscle groups. By increasing the incline, you can really improve muscle tone in your quads, hamstrings, calves and other muscles. The Quinton treadmill line has power incline capability.
With a power incline capability of 15% on the Quinton 612 Plus, this machine will be able to incline as far as you’d like it to and farther than I’ll bet you wish it would if you set out to conquer this machine. Whereas most top of the line machines have an incline up to 12% at most, this one will keep you challenged and tone.
The Quinton 612 Plus also has maximum speed rate setting of 12 miles per hour. This too is above what is considered average on most treadmills. Generally, a maximum speed of ten miles per hour is considered as high as you’d ever need the machine to go.
With a maximum speed of 12 miles per hour, the Quinton treadmill line of fitness machines will keep you challenged and pushing yourself. But before deciding, take one for a trial run yourself. The only way you’re going to be able to determine which treadmill will really meet your needs, there simply is no substitution for personal experience.
The Quinton treadmill is a good on for shock absorption, has a fair smattering of basic features, and a rack for a book or magazine, as well as a drink holder. It is reasonably priced, but you could do better for the amount of features if you’re willing to spend this much money.