NordicTrack Commercial ZS is a product of Icon Health and Fitness. This model comes with an improved design, but otherwise it resembles a lot with NordicTrack Commercial 1500.

Commercial ZS is a 2009 model. But we found it available at a good price in 2010. Its reputation is not that good, still we had a nice experience.

We invite you to read next about the Commercial ZS and check out the Conclusions section for a better view of the pros and cons of this model.

NordicTrack Commercial ZS Specifications

Speed: 0-12 MPH

You can use the Quick Buttons on the console to change Speed during workout.

Incline: up to 12%

Same as incline, you can use the Quick Buttons from the console to change incline value.

Motor: 3.0 HP Commercial

Maximum User Weight: 350 lbs/ 160 kg

Belt: 20 x 60 inches/ 41 x 152 cm

Warranty: lifetime for frame, 12 years for motor and 1 year for parts and labor

NordicTrack Commercial ZS Features

Display Info

This treadmill allows you to monitor progress with 8 displays, according to which information you want to access. Press Display repeatedly to reach the desired display. The display is easy to read and follow.

Apart from elapsed time, walked/ run distance, approximate number of burned calories, speed, incline, walking/ running pace and heart rate, you’ll have a workout history of speed settings, an animation of a runner and a visual equalizer that shows volume.

You can also personalize console settings according to your workout preferences.

Workouts

The NordicTrack Commercial ZS offers 28 preset workouts, of which 9 Weight Loss, 9 Aerobic Fitness Workouts and 10 Performance Workouts. If you want more diversity, you can choose out of the 4 Create & Save workouts and make your own.

To go to a preset workout, you have to press one of the 3 categories of preset workouts until you reach the one you want. Each has 1 minute segments. At the beginning of the workout, the display will show you the name, duration, maximum incline setting and maximum speed setting.

Start the belt. You’ll have a profile of the speed settings on the display. Select the display you want and monitor your progress. You can measure your heart rate for better results.

Or, if you’re looking for some variety, create your own workout. Select a Custom Workout by pressing Custom repeatedly until you get to the name of the workout you’re looking for. Start the belt and begin the workout. You can personalize the console settings at the beginning of the workout.

And when you want to pump it up even more, you can use an iFit card (optional), which you insert into the console and press iFit Increase/ Decrease until you get to the workout you want. Start the belt and select a display mode to monitor progress. When you’re done, remove the card.

Heart Rate Monitor: Handles

The handlebars incorporate sensors that can monitor your heart rate at any time. Or, you can opt for the hands-free chest strap that you purchase separately.

We recommend you buy it. It will be useful.

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Folding options

You can fold the treadmill for space-saving storage. But it’s heavy and you will need assistance.