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Livestrong Fitness LS9.9T
LIVESTRONG® LS9.9T treadmill featuring 2.75 continuous duty motor, speed range from 0-12 mph, and incline range up to 12%. Speed and incline toggles are mounted on the handlebars for on-the-fly changes. Console sports workout fan, iPod®-compatible MP3 port with speakers, contact heart rate monitoring, and 12 workout programs including the exclusive Livetrack™ fitness journaling software. 325-pound user capacity. Lifetime warranty on motor and frame; 3-year coverage on all parts. Unlimited "in-home" repairs for 1 full year.
Average Customer Rating:
4.7
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Rating Snapshot (15 reviews)
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15 out of 15(100%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for LS9.9T
Review 1 for LS9.9T
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Value for the Price:
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Raekat
Location: Morgantown, IN
First Purchase: No
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Weight Loss
Awesome Treadmill - Great Price!
Date: April 4, 2010
After reading many online reviews for a variety of top line treadmills and trying some in the store, I am thrilled with my LiveStrong Ls9.9. It has everything that I wanted out of a treadmill and more, at a much lower cost than I expected. This treadmill was a breeze to put together with very simple directions and even included every tool that we needed as well has having each part clearly marked. We had it assembled in less than an hour. This treadmill is perfect for my size, 5'2, but taller runners may need to go up to the next level to obtain the longer belt. This one is perfect for me and fits comfortably in the extra bedroom. This treadmill is extremely sturdy and I love the extra features, such as the fan, speakers for my mp3 player and the multiple computerized training options. On many of the other brand of treadmills I originally looked at, several of the complaints were that the computer programs did not work properly. That is not the case with the LiveStrong treadmills and I have found this to be one of the most motivating factors about using this on a daily basis and not getting bored with working out at home. I switch back and forth between "weight loss", "speed interval", ",mountain climb", etc. I have been so happy with this treadmill that I have recommended it to many of my friends and co-workers. I don't believe you'll find a better value on a great quality treadmill.
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Review 2 for LS9.9T
Overall Rating:
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marshbass
Location: Diamondhead, Mississippi
First Purchase: No
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Strength or Toning
Very happy with this unit
Date: June 26, 2010
Read many reviews and info on treadmills and decided on the LS 9.9. Had a Pace Master 870 for 20 plus years but it finally went out ( we used ours on a regular basis, big into fitness since my wife and I are x athletics and I am a physical educator and x bodybuilder). Never skimp on cheap exercise equipment since it pays to buy quality stuff so if you decide to sell it, it will go fast, cheap stuff does not sell! We have had a home gym for 30 years with the same equipment since all we have to do is recover pads every few years but machines are heavy duty.Anyway, we have had this unit for 3 weeks and it is terrific. Quiet, solid and comfortable. 5 of our family members use it daily. I expect it will hold up for many years but time will tell. Almost went back to Pace Master but for another $800 , I did not see that much of a difference for the price. Warranty is actually better with the LS. If we have any problems with the unit, I will get back to this site to voice myself, until then, I plan to attempt to try and wear this sucker out.......
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Review 3 for LS9.9T
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treep
Location: Franklin, Ohio
First Purchase: No
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Performance Training
What a difference
Date: June 1, 2010
Just the running surface alone is worth the price. I truly believe others just say they have cushion. This treadmill is a joy to do my sprints on. There is not another treadmill at this price point that comes close. I have tried them all!
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Review 4 for LS9.9T
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jlointc
Location: Portland, OR
First Purchase: Yes
Exercise Frequency: Occasional Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Weight Loss
Impressive Treadmill, More Pros than Cons...
Date: May 19, 2010
Cons: Static Electricity Buildup while in use->Zap,Hand grip Heartrate Sensors slower than I'm used to on Gym machines : quickest was 8 seconds, Prepping to Lubricate/Lubricating the deck was tedious,Speakers pickup Data Noise on iPhone on Edge/3G when streaming music from the Web.
Those cons aside, I love this unit so far. My 1st recommendation is that you have to see the unit for yourself. If you're lucky stop by your local Dick's Sporting Good store, bring your running shoes along and give this unit a test run.
Main reasons I purchased the unit: Favorable reviews on TreadmillDoctor.com, Manufactured by Johnson Tech /Vision/Horizon, Simplicity of design, Intuitive, and the main factor: PRICE. You can't beat the value you get with this new line of treadmills! I didnt need the extra long running surface on the 12.9T, or more LCD displays/Cheststrap Heartrate sensor...saved myself the Price bump too. ;) But the price bump from the 7.9T is TOTALLY worth it. The convenient switches on the arm-rests are great! No need to break your stride by REACHING for the panel. And the larger LCD displays are a big Plus.
First impressions: I've only run on it once...I just set it up. The treadmill is very smooth, transitions incline and speed as well as any gym equipment. The speakers work well...if you stream music make sure you're on Wi-Fi. Also take your time setting up the unit.
Helpful Setup TIP: The unit comes with its belt centered & set to factory specification...you have to loosen everything to lubricate the deck underneath the belt. The manual tells you to mark the existing settings, but they don't stress this point. So I'll STRESS IT. Measure everything...where the Roller Is, how the belt is centered, bc you'll have to return it to this position once you're done spreading the Silicone lubricant all along the deck surface. I used Post It notes and marked the measurements where everything lined up nicely in the end. Happy treadmill shopping.
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Review 5 for LS9.9T
Overall Rating:
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Sturdy Design:
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Value for the Price:
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dailyrunner
Location: Northern, MI
First Purchase: Yes
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Strength or Toning
Happy with my purchase
Date: March 31, 2010
I purchased my treadmill a little over a month ago, and I love it. It is a heavy machine and getting it down into my basement was a bit difficult. However, once in place, setting it up was fairly easy (it is easier if you have someone to hep you hold pieces in place). I have been running on it everyday for three weeks now and I am loving it. Overall I am very happy with my purchase.
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Review 6 for LS9.9T
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brianne
Location: NY
First Purchase: Yes
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Weight Loss
Getting Ready for Bathing Suit Season!
Date: March 31, 2010
Having a gym-quality treadmill available to us (young parents with three children 4 and under) is making all the difference. We were spending money each month on gym memberships and not getting the value for our money we wanted. With our hectic schedules and our children's needs, it was just impossible. Having this treadmill, of this caliber (that we can catch-up on our tv viewing to boot using the ipod plug-i) - is awesome. We're so happy!
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Review 7 for LS9.9T
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rumbadancer
Location: Windsor, CT
First Purchase: No
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Other
We are very pleased with our decision so far.
Date: March 31, 2010
We conducted a moderate length search for the right treadmill. Nearly bought a Sole but the Livestrong was less massive and had sufficient features even if much less of a track record (pardon the pun).
We found the set up to be quite easy. Good instructions (in proper English) except they didn't say to tear off the small vinyl cover on the operation "key" and it looked like it belonged there. Worked fine after discovering that. We thought the key was mechanical rather than conductive.
It is quiet, comfortable and smooth for a 130 lb. walker. It feels sturdy and well built. Features are pretty standard across various product lines. So far, we have not had to request any service but horror stories abound for the industry as a whole as well as some for Livestrong on independent sites. All we can say is that the sales side of the business was a pleasure to work with.
We have nothing negative to report after about a month of use.
We found the set up to be quite easy. Good instructions (in proper English) except they didn't say to tear off the small vinyl cover on the operation "key" and it looked like it belonged there. Worked fine after discovering that. We thought the key was mechanical rather than conductive.
It is quiet, comfortable and smooth for a 130 lb. walker. It feels sturdy and well built. Features are pretty standard across various product lines. So far, we have not had to request any service but horror stories abound for the industry as a whole as well as some for Livestrong on independent sites. All we can say is that the sales side of the business was a pleasure to work with.
We have nothing negative to report after about a month of use.
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Review 8 for LS9.9T
Overall Rating:
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Sturdy Design:
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pantala
Location: Seattle, WA
First Purchase: Yes
Exercise Frequency: Occasional Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Strength or Toning
Great treadmill for the price
Date: March 31, 2010
I spent several weeks researching treadmills and the LS9.9 was the best value for under $1000 I could find.
Assembly was easy by myself, although there was one screw whose machined holes did not line up to attach the console. Even with one screw (out of four) not used there is no console shaking even when run at higher speeds.
The controls are intuitive and easy to use, and having speed and incline controls on the handles is very convenient. The built in programs provide a huge range of workouts that should be able to challenge and grow users of any ability.
Customer support has been very quick to respond to questions I had and quick to replace a part that arrived cracked.
In the sub-$1000 treadmill market, the LS9.9 really does stand out as a great value with quality that exceeds bigger name-brand treadmills found at most sports stores.
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Review 9 for LS9.9T
Overall Rating:
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Sturdy Design:
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jellayly
Location: Plano, IL
First Purchase: Yes
Exercise Frequency: Occasional Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Weight Loss
Great Equipment for the Price
Date: March 31, 2010
I have never owned a treadmill, or any other piece of excercise equipment for that matter before. I have, however, used them at gyms and other health facilities before, and this one is right up there with the best of them. I saw these "on sale" at a local nationwide sporting goods store, so I went looking online for a review and found the Livestrong website. I saw that they sold directly and that their price was the same as the "on sale" price at the sporting goods store. Also, I saw, they shipped for free. Which was perfect since I don't have a truck. I got it in 3 days, and it was very easy to put together, maybe a half hours work. My wife really enjoys it and I like it quite a bit too. I like all the different workout settings and levels, which give you a large enough variety to almost never have the same workout twice. The treadmill is very sturdy, which was a main concern, since I weigh 260 lbs. and have been up to 295lbs. The only little complaint I have, is the fan. It's built into the control and display board. The fan is tiny for one thing, and the vent the air comes out of is fixed in place and hits me somewhere in the lower chest with the barely moving air. I am 6'2, which I don't think is way above aveage. My wife, however, who is 5'1 thinks it's fine. Overall, it's a great product, and I'm glad that a portion of the purchase price goes to cancer research.
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Review 10 for LS9.9T
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Robin
Location: Ithaca, New York
First Purchase: No
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Weight Loss
LS9.9T
Date: March 31, 2010
We received the LS9.9T, it was very easy to put together, very easy to operate and my husband and I love it. We especially like the port to plug your Ipod into, we would recommend this model to anyone. During delivery a part broke off, I contacted the company, they were quick to respond and we had the piece within a couple of days!
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Review 11 for LS9.9T
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Gary
Location: Charlotte, NC
First Purchase: Yes
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Strength or Toning
Great Treadmill
Date: February 10, 2010
My wife and I use this treadmill almost daily. It's a sturdy machine and easy to use. We liked the appearance of it better in comparison to others. The assembly wasn't too hard and when there was a problem with the machine mechanically which was still under warranty Livestrong sent us replacement parts and a technician to repair it right away. I would definitely recommend this treadmill to family and friends.
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Review 12 for LS9.9T
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LPOWWW
Location: Long Island, NY
First Purchase: Yes
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Weight Loss
Great treadmill for a great price
Date: February 3, 2010
This treadmill was very easy to put together and extremely easy to use. We love the built in speakers that we can plug our IPOD right into. Plus it looks great!
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Review 13 for LS9.9T
Overall Rating:
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Sturdy Design:
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Bastian
Location: Highland Park, IL
First Purchase: Yes
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Strength or Toning
So far very pleased.
Date: February 3, 2010
We have had the LS9.9T treadmill for a few weeks and we are very happy with it so far. It was delivered in the box, and was relatively hassle free to put together in under two hours. Our dog also uses it and she loves it. I tested and researched all other available treadmills in stores, and the Livestrong units performed much better than the others for the price. We are pleased as well with the Ipod hookup and speakers. Overall, the unit is sturdy, quiet and performs great!
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Review 14 for LS9.9T
Overall Rating:
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Sturdy Design:
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TiaRacy
Location: Tulsa, OK
First Purchase: No
Exercise Frequency: Frequent Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Weight Loss
Best Value for the Money
Date: February 2, 2010
My husband and I chose the LS9.9T after seriously considering a similarly featured and similarly priced Smooth treadmill. We went with the LS9.9T and couldn't be happier. There is a broad range of pre-programmed workouts and we love the fact that your progress is being tracked. A very important feature for us was the size of the machine folded up and the Livestrong LS 9.9T takes up much less space folded up than any other treadmill we looked at. While it doesn't seem like a very important feature, it was the deciding feature for us because we have very, very limited space.
I rated the sturdy design only a 4 star because while the deck is rock solid, ours did arrive with some damage to the top panel. Since the shipping container was not damaged, this damage must have occurred in packaging or manufacturing.
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Review 15 for LS9.9T
Overall Rating:
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Sturdy Design:
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MaxTheMagnificent
First Purchase: Yes
Exercise Frequency: Occasional Exerciser
Fitness Goal: Weight Loss
We're very happy
Date: January 30, 2010
My wife and I purchased this treadmill because we both wanted to exercise but it was way too cold to walk outside. We are both extremely happy with this model (I just asked my wife what she would like to say and she replied "I love it"). One thing is that it's a real good idea to pay for the store to deliver it to your house and put it together and install it for you. We bought it from Dicks Sports store -- it was free delivery and $80 to set it up (the $80 was money well spent).
Note that you have to lubricate under the tread part with the supplied silicon oil stuff before you use it (and then every 150 miles). The user manual isn't very clear on this, but the way I did it was as follows: You lift the back end to eye height (it's counter-balanced so it's not that heavy) and put some masking tape on the two rear bolts (you'll see them in the diagram in the manual) and then mark the masking tape and the frame with a sharpie pen. Then you loosen both the bolts (turning anticlockwise) by a fixed amount by counting the turns -- each turn ends when the marks on the masking tape and frame line up (I used 8 turns) -- this slackens the main belt so you can get your hand and the oil under the belt -- when you've finished make sure you tighten the two bolts (clockwise) using exactly the same number of turns you used to loosen them. I hope this helps (it's really a lot easier than you think).
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