The Proform XP 550E Treadmill is one of the exclusive Sears Home Treadmill designs by the Pro Form Treadmill company. Although the Proform Treadmill company is a prime player in the home gym equipment industry, consumer ratings and reviews often mention the inferior running parts and warranty woes of the range. The Proform XP 550E Treadmill has some useful features, but overall it is not one of the best home treadmills on the market.
Proform XP 550E Treadmill Basics:
Motor: The Proform 550E XP Treadmill comes with a 2.75 THP Mach Drive System with power that isn't quite up to scratch.
Treadbelt: The 18" x 55" self-lubricating non-slip running surface has minimal maintenance needs, as pointed out in ProForm XP 550 Treadmill reviews.
Proform XP 550E Treadmill Speed: 0 - 10 mph with Digital QuickSpeed, allowing instant adjustments at the touch of a button.
Shocks: The ProShox cushioning system makes for a comfortable run. The system claims to reduce joint impact by 32%, and the comfort aspect enables the user to extend training sessions. This is one of the best characteristics of the Proform XP 550E Treadmill.
Weight Capacity: The 550E ProForm Treadmill XP easily carries weights of up to 300 lbs.
550E ProForm Treadmill XP Incline: The Power Incline feature can be adjusted between 0 - 10%.
Proform 550 XP Treadmill Programs: The Proform XP 550E Running Treadmill is iFit compatible, which gives greater training variety and support. 6 Pre-Programmed workouts are included. These focus on aerobic exercise, natural weight loss, and performance goals. You can also customize two programs of the Pro Form 550E according to your individual needs.
Console: The ClearView Prizm Backlit Display is easy to follow and gives sufficient feedback. A Carb Counter is part and parcel of the Proform 550 Treadmill's features.
Sensors: The EKG Grip Heart Rate Monitor of the 550E Proform XP Treadmill facilitates well-targeted practice runs.
Proform seems to be receptive to the message that it needs to up the quality of parts used in its treadmills, as well as the warranty periods. However, at this time, a number of other home treadmills offer greater robustness and reliability than the Proform XP 550E Treadmill.
