The Bowflex 5 Series Treadmill is the improved version of the successful Bowflex 3 Series. The treadmill is very sturdy, has a pleasant design and it comes with a wide belt backed by a powerful 2.5 CHP motor.

The Bowflex 5 Series treadmills include 12 built-in workouts adding enough variety to your training sessions. Don’t need to worry about the effort invested during workouts as the built in fan can cool you down fast! The console includes the QuickIncline and the QuickSpeed systems to change incline & speed rapidly.

This model is one of the most successful treadmills for this price range and that is why you may find it in numerous gyms or health clubs.

Bowflex 5 Series Treadmill Specifications

1. Speed: 0 to 11 mph
This treadmill reaches a maximum speed of 11 mph, more than enough for a home trainer or a serious runner.

2. Inclination 0-12 %
You can make your training sessions harder by adjusting the treadmill’s incline. On the Bowflex 5 Series you can do this by one touch and you have options in the 0-12% range.

3. Motor
The Bowflex 5 Series is powered by a 2.5 CHP motor.

4. The Belt
This treadmill comes with a spacious running zone: 20’’ x 60’’. The belt can accommodate all heights and weights and includes the Strike Zone cushioning system.

5. Warranty
Bowflex gives a 15 years warranty for frames, 10 years for motor, 2 years for parts and electronics and 1 year for in house labor.

Bowflex 5 Series Treadmill Dimensions:
Unfolded – 83″ x 35″ x 55.25
Folded – 40.87″ x 35″ x 65.5″

Bowflex 5 Series Treadmill Special Features

12 Built-In Workouts
The Bowflex 5 Series treadmills come with 12 workouts like distance goal, calorie goal, speed intervals or hill intervals. You have also included 2 custom programs.

Comfortable Running Surface
This treadmill has a spacious running surface that comes with the StrikeZone cushioning system installed. The StrikeZone system provides a firm lift off and soft landing.

SoftDrop technology
The 5 series is easy to store thanks to SoftDrop Technology. The machine folds up nicely and has 41″ x 35″ x 66” after folding. The wheels endure the treadmill portability.

The Bowflex 5 Series Treadmill can handle a user weight up to 300 lbs.

The following features are also included: Grip Heart Rate Monitoring, 3-speed fan and a 4-windows LED display.

Conclusions For Bowflex 5 Series Treadmill Review

The Bowflex Series 5 Treadmill is the mid range treadmill from Bowflex between the Bowflex 3 Series models and Bowflex 7 Series treadmill. The machine is sturdy, powerful and quiet. But at the same time is very heavy and it’s not easy to move around.

The belt can accommodate even tall persons because it is very generous in size. More than this, the Strike Zone cushioning system does a great job being highly recommended for those with feet problems.

The Bowflex 5 series treadmills have the QuickIncline and QuickSpeed systems included. This means that you can set a new speed or incline with a single touch.

Remember also the12 workout programs that offer enough variety to the training program. We also noted the built in fan with 3 adjustable speeds which we like very much.

The Bowflex 5 Series treadmill is a strong machine designed for home users. It can be used by those who walk, jog but also by runners. Overall this is a qualitative treadmill that may be the solution to your training problems.