When your browsing around on the net looking for a Proform 570 Crosswalk you will come across many websites that are selling this piece of fitness equipment. I have came across some pretty bad reviews on this item. People are saying that the upper body arms that is on this treadmill really do not help the machine or your workout at all. However when you visit Proforms website they say that the upper body workout arms are revolutionary. I personally do not see anything revolutionary in adding a couple of swinging arms to a treadmill. Although, I do think that it will help you to burn more calories and tone your arms a little more. Also some are saying that the treadmill is very cheaply made and only the appearance of swinging arms and features make it appear to be a more expensive, quality treadmill.

Proform 570 Crosswalk Features

Swinging arms

Some people think the swinging arms add no benefit to your treadmill workout. However I have to agree with Proform on this one as I think the arms will help you to burn more calories.

3 interactive built in Crosswalk treadmill workouts

The 3 treadmill workouts will help you to get started right away. You will be sweating and burning calories in no time with the interactive workouts that will have you moving and using the swinging arms immediately.

12 personal trainer workouts

The personal trainer workouts will adjust to you automtically. Whether if your focusing on your weight loss goals or just seeing how far you have come along in your workout. This feature will allow you to keep all your fitness goals organized and manageable so you know how close you are to your goals.

2.8 HP drive motor with 25 year warranty

The motor is a little weak and is meant for light use however they do back the motor up with a 25 year warranty. Just make sure you read all the fine print about this warranty before you buy it.

300 lb weight capacity

Not really a whole lot to say about this one other than if you weigh more than 300 pounds this may not be the treadmill for you. This crosswalk treadmill is meant for light use and not extensive fitness training.

ProSoft Plus Cushioning

This feature is supposed to reduce stress and the effects of wear on your joints by up to 22% compared to just jogging on the street. I guess any feature that will save putting a little wear on the knees is a good feature.

QuickSpeed and QuickSelect Workout Controls

Instead of having menus to scroll and look for your workouts, this machine has buttons. I think its a quick and easy way to save a little time and find exactly what your looking for, but I don’t think its really a big deal either.

Cooling Fan

I think its a good thing that this Proform treadmill has a cooling fan because it does get hot. However I do not think its a must because some people like to sweat on their treadmills. But if you need a cooling fan for your treadmill this one has it.

Heart Rate Monitor

This treadmill has what I think is a pretty cool feature but may be somewhat useless. It has the heart monitor sensors built into the handle grips. So I guess if you are not using the handle bars in your workout then you can’t use this feature.

Proform 570 Crosswalk Pros and Cons:

Folds Up and It’s Cheap!

Its a folding treadmill that can be tucked away. The price is I believe one of Proforms cheapest treadmills.  At a Suggested retail of $999 but as of right now they are having a 3 day sale for $599. They may discontinue it, I’m not sure.  But sometimes when you buy something you get what you pay for too. So if this treadmill is cheap compared to other treadmills that may tell you something.

I recommend this treadmill for the person who just wants to do light workouts and is not very serious about working out every day. Also the budget minded since its currently about $400 off right now.

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