We were left impressed (and sweaty) after putting the NordicTrack X22i Commercial Treadmill through its paces.
The NordicTrack X22i can breathe new life into any running routine in need of resuscitation. With its crisp 22” HD touchscreen and immense offering of immersive workouts , we found there were enough features to keep us coming back for more.
Set-up and usabilityWe were lucky enough to have our machine assembled for us. However, normally the NordicTrack X22i treadmill has out-of-the-box assembly, arriving as several pieces which need to be connected. The belt comes as a single piece, as does the screen, screen holder and handles. There are then several smaller pieces that will need to be screwed into place to connect the two main parts and complete the machine.
While the considerable dimensions have their drawbacks when it comes to storage, they have a whole host of advantages, too. The 22” wide, 60” long belt provided us with a spacious running surface which our taller tester said felt unrestrictive – having previously found compact machines such as the Peloton Tread and Echelon Stride felt slightly cramped.
One issue we did encounter was viewing the screen during off-treadmill workouts. The iFit app offers a wide range of sessions, including the likes of strength and cross-training, which require you to step off the machine and onto a yoga mat to accompany your treadmill sessions here). However, due to the large size of the machine, we found that the screen was hard to see from the mat and we had to rely on audio cues to know what to do next.
The aforementioned iFit app, while not exclusive to NordicTrack treadmills, earned further brownie points with our testing team. There are thousands of interactive workouts on offer including cross-training and active recovery workouts – alongside the expected walking and running sessions. Among these there are live studio classes led by knowledgeable, enthusiastic instructors and virtual routes in some of the most picturesque locations in the world.
NordicTrack X22i: PerformanceThis is a beast of a machine, and its performance in our tests reflects that. We found the running surface spacious and comfortable, with enough cushioning to soften the impact on our knees without proving too bouncy, and the belt stayed impressively quiet when we raised the pace.
But it’s during the walking and running sessions where the NordicTrack X22i really comes into its own. The cinematic screen offers an immersive experience, the Live Interactive Training mirrors the pace and incline of your instructor on virtual routes and the clued-up coaches provide fascinating insight into your surroundings, while also giving advice on technique.
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