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LIVESTRONG Treadmills

  • A discontinued Johnson Health Tech line, once a strong-value pick under $1,000

Brand Facts

  • Status Discontinued in the US; some models lingered in Canada
  • Made by Johnson Health Tech North America (near Madison, WI); launched 2009
  • Models reviewed 9
  • Original price ~$800–$1,300 (LS8.0T ~$800, LS10.0T ~$999, LS13.0T ~$1,300)
  • Motor 2.5–3.0 CHP, lifetime motor/frame warranty
  • Deck / speed / incline 20" x 55" surface (20" x 60" on LS13.0T), 12 mph top speed, up to 12% incline (14% on LS13.0T)
  • Weight capacity 325 lbs (350 lbs on LS13.0T); folding decks

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Sturdy, stable folding build that reviewers rated strong value in the $500–$1,000 range
  • Lifetime motor and frame warranty across the line
  • Livetrack Interactive: USB workout tracking that synced to LIVESTRONG.com for Lance-endorsed coached programs
  • A portion of each sale supported the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the fight against cancer

Cons

  • Discontinued in the US, so factory warranty support is effectively gone
  • The Livetrack/LIVESTRONG.com sync that was a headline feature is now defunct
  • Owners reported motor failures and belt slipping, plus spotty customer service
  • Console couldn't store age/weight on lower models, so calorie estimates were less accurate

LiveStrong Fitness builds and sells home treadmills, ellipticals and cycles. This brand is owned by Johnson Health Tech North America, Inc., and Asian corporation that also owns Horizon, Matrix, Johnson and Vision.

Lance Armstrong and its foundation are endorsing this brand as part of their campaign to promote a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent cancer. It's one of the factors that has influenced its popularity over the past couple of years.

The first LiveStrong treadmills were launched on the market at the end of 2009, and since then they have had a tremendous success. They are reliable, efficient, well designed and fun to use.

**UPDATE** Johnson Health Tech is no longer selling exercise equipment under the LiveStrong name. For comparable treadmills read our Horizon treadmill reviews.

Models We've Reviewed

Reviews:

We've selected some of the LiveStrong treadmills for the RunReviews Best Buy two years in a row because they have outstanding performances for the price paid.

The feature we have appreciated from the beginning is the 'User Profile' functionality. This option allows us to insert our weight and age before starting a workout, which is needed when calculating calories burned with accuracy. This is above what most known brands offer in the $500-$1,500 price range.

Another strong feature launched with the latest models is the LiveTrack Interactive. This is a free USB program that allows the user to transfer workouts for free from the main website. Through the same USB system, you can also export workout results to your free online account for reports and data comparison. We believe this is a great asset as most treadmill users need a professional trainer's assistance to guide them through the most important exercises, and that is exactly what you receive (for free).

The latest innovation, Livestrong Fitness Passport Set Top Box is also worth mentioning. You just need a TV screen to connect this setup box and simulate outdoor routes.

Overall, we love exercising with Livestrong. It may be because they are new and they must have reliable products in order to be noted in such a crowded market. Or perhaps the Lance Armstrong foundation wouldn't approve to represent this brand if it didn't match their reputation.

No matter what the truth may be, we appreciate their models, from the design and functionality point of view, and we warmly recommend

Frequently asked questions

Are LIVESTRONG treadmills still made?

No. Johnson Health Tech discontinued the LIVESTRONG treadmill line and no longer sells it in the US, though some models lingered in Canada. The brand launched in 2009 tied to Lance Armstrong, so you'll generally only find these models used today.

Were LIVESTRONG treadmills any good?

For their price, yes. Reviewers praised the sturdy, stable build and the lifetime motor and frame warranty, and models like the LS8.0T (~$800) and LS10.0T (~$999) were considered strong value under $1,000. The weak points were a proprietary tracking system and some reliability and service complaints.

Should I buy a used LIVESTRONG treadmill?

Only with caution. Because the brand is defunct, factory support is gone and the lifetime warranty effectively no longer applies. Replacement parts are still sold through third parties like Treadmill Doctor, but owners reported motor and belt-slip failures, so inspect any used unit carefully.

Who made LIVESTRONG treadmills?

They were built by Johnson Health Tech North America, based near Madison, Wisconsin — the same company behind Horizon, AFG and Vision fitness brands — under the LIVESTRONG name tied to Lance Armstrong.

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