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Exercise Smarter, Not Harder with Interactive Training

The NordicTrack Commercial 9.9 Elliptical comes packed with some awesome features, at a great price point. NordicTrack is well-known in the industry for producing top notch equipment. The Commercial 9.9 allows you to get the benefits of having a personal trainer, while exercising on your elliptical in the comfort of your own home.

This machine offers you Live Interactive Training through a technology called iFit. During your workout, your trainer will be able to digitally adjust your incline and resistance as they see fit. With all the options provided to you on this machine, you’ll never have a boring workout, and you’ll be able to achieve maximum results.

Note: At the time of this review, the NordicTrack Commerical 9.9 comes with a 30 day iFit trial.

NordicTrack Commercial 9.9 Elliptical Trainer Features

7″ Smart HD Touchscreen — This full color display lets you access everything iFit has to offer, right at your fingertips!

iFit Ready — The best thing about the Commercial 9.9 machine is iFit technology. You no longer have to pay for a gym membership, a personal trainer, nutrition coach, and commute back and forth to prioritize your fitness. iFit allows you to crush your goals right from the comfort of your own home, with just you and your elliptical. Some of the top iFit features include:

• Huge Workout Library: You’ll never get bored with the large variety of video workouts available for you to stream anytime.
• World-Class Trainers: The trainers with iFit are professionals personal trainers.
• Live-Interactive Training: Your trainer can control your resistance and incline during your workout to ensure you are pushing yourself to achieve your goals. It’s one less thing you have to worry about!
• Google Maps: With Google Map technology enabled, you can take your workout ALL over the globe!
• Personal Lifestyle Coaching: Receive coaching in the areas of exercise, nutrition, activity, and sleep.

25 lb. Flywheel — This is a decent size flywheel. The heavier the flywheel, the better. Heavier flywheels make for a smoother stride on your machine.

Adjustable Stride Length — You can personalize your stride with the adjustable ramp and pedals, to intensify your workout and target specific muscles.

0-20% Incline, 22 Resistance Levels — Be prepared to take your workout to the next level with these incline and resistance capabilities.

Front Drive —The front drive design is more compact, easier to mount/dismount, and places less stress on your hips. Read more about Rear Drive vs. Front Drive here.

Comfort Features — The Commercial 9.9 was built with user comfort in mind with features like an AutoBreeze workout fan, SoftTouch handle bar grips, and OneTouch user controls.

Sound System — Play your favorite workout jams through Bluetooth enabled 2” digitally amplified speakers. 

350 lb. User Weight Limit — This is one of the highest weight limits that we find on ellipticals.

Warranty —10-Year Frame Warranty, 2-Year Parts Warranty, 1-Year Labor Warranty. This is decent coverage for the price range.

Our Review – NordicTrack Commercial 9.9 Elliptical Trainer

This elliptical has great incline and resistance capabilities, so even though you’re working out at home, you’re still going to get an effective workout in.

To step up the game even more, iFit comes into play providing you with an extensive video workout library, and personal training as well as lifestyle coaching. Overall, the Commercial 9.9 machine provides some really solid features for the price range.

A similar machine to consider from NordicTrack is the Commercial 12.9. It has all the features we like from the 9.9, but it comes with 10″ touchscreen, and a heavier flywheel. Also, see a full comparison chart of NordicTrack Ellipticals here.

Go to www.NordicTrackEllipticals.com to learn more.*

Three Machines in One

The NordicTrack FreeStride Trainer FS10i is an awesome machine in their FreeStride Trainer series. The FreeStride series is unlike anything else on the market, as it combines the benefits of a treadmill, stepper, and an elliptical all into one machine. This breakthrough in cross training innovation provides variable motion while exercising and promotes “muscle confusion”—leading to a much more efficient workout.

When our team visited NordicTrack’s headquarters, we were able to view some of their FreeStride line first-hand. As we mentioned, the FreeStride series contains other models. In the FreeStride Trainer Series you can also find the FS14i model.

Exercise Features – FreeStride Trainer FS10i

Variable Motion — The FreeStride Trainer FS10i combines the benefits of a stepper, elliptical, and treadmill which imitates a more natural motion while exercising. When using a standard treadmill or elliptical, your body is limited to a set range during exercise. With the FreeStride series, the variable motion allows “muscle confusion” with the variation in your motions. By combining the motions of 3 machines in 1, more muscles are able to be engaged during a workout to make the most of your results.

Auto-Adjusting Stride — A major benefit of the FS10i is the auto-adjusting stride length. The technology of the FS10i intuitively follows your movements during the workout, and auto-adjusts to you. The machine is capable of up to a 32” stride length, so it’s appropriate for users of most height ranges.

iFit Interactions — iFit is an innovative patented technology available from NordicTrack. The newest iFit feature enabled with the FreeStride Trainer FS10i is LIVE Resistance and Incline Control. Live Interactions allows you to focus on your workout, while your iFit trainer adjusts the incline and resistance of your machine for you. The only thing you focus on—is crushing your workout.

       Other iFit Features Include….

• • Live Personal Trainers and Classes: Select your favorite coach from NordicTrack’s lineup with an array of fitness classes available.
  • Personalized Fitness Tracking: You can enter your fitness goals as well as track your workouts, sleep, and calories.
  • Customized Workout Schedules: iFit provides customized workout schedules based on your fitness goals.
  • Personalized Meal Plan Recommendations: Based on your activity tracking in the app, iFit recommends meal plans that align with your fitness goals.

• Note: At the time of this posting, the FS10i comes with a FREE 30-day trial iFit Membership with your initial purchase.  This is a great value!

Mechanical Features

10″ Smart HD Touchscreen — This is a generous size display screen where you can view your workout stats and tackle your favorite workout class with iFit.

20 Lb. Effective Inertia-Enhanced Flywheel —The heavier weight of the flywheel on this machine will provide a more natural feel while exercising.

OneTouch® Controls — This console is easy to navigate and has 24 digital resistance levels.

Center Drive — The center drive design provides greater stability and reduces the size of the frame. Since the mechanics are located in the center rather than the front or the rear, it’s more compact.

Incline — The FS10i features 0-10% incline. If you’re looking for incline AND decline capabilities, check out the FS14i model.

Warranty — You get a fairly standard coverage that includes  10-year frame, 2- year parts, 1-year labor.

Additional Features Include

• Bluetooth Audio Capabilities
• Two 2” Digitally Amplified Speakers
• AutoBreeze Workout Fan
• Oversized Cushion Pedals
• SoftTouch Upper Body Grips
• Water Bottle Holder
• Transport Wheels

See a comparison chart of all NordicTrack Elliptical trainers here.

FreeStride Trainer FS10i Review

It’s clear that the NordicTrack FreeStride Trainer series is better than most standard ellipticals out there. The 3-in-1 development enables natural motion that targets more muscles, giving you a more effective overall workout. The compact design from the center drive location of the FreeStride series makes it ideal for anyone who needs a machine with a smaller footprint. We like the personalized and automated experience that the FreeStride Trainer FS10i offers.

Go to www.NordicTrack.com and learn more!

A Great Deal That Won’t Last Long!

If you’re interested in purchasing a NordicTrack machine but on a tight budget, the Elite 10.7 is a great option to consider.  This front drive elliptical has a moderate 28 lb flywheel, generous selection of 32 workout programs, and is iFit compatible.  This particular model is on close out so this deal won’t last very long. Check it out!

If you find that you are too late, you may also consider some machines from ProForm fitness. They are manufactured by the same company that makes NordicTrack so the quality will be similar, but the ProForm are often priced slightly lower than NordicTrack.

NordicTrack Elite 10.7 Elliptical Trainer Features…

iFit Live Compatible— The Elite 10.7 elliptical is able to integrate with the iFit Live program from NordicTrack.  iFit allows you to create an online profile, set goals, and track your progress.  You can also create custom workouts that integrate with Google Maps to simulate working out on real-life terrain around the world.  The machine is able to upload your workout stats with the aid of an additional module.  This module costs about $100 and is sold separately.  If you are intent on using iFit, you may consider checking out the NordicTrack C9.5 at $999 instead.  The C 9.5 machine will give you built in iFit capability with the addition of a 7″ color screen.

Power Incline —  The Elite 10.7 has power adjustable incline that goes up to 20 degrees. This feature is nice because it allows you to switch up your workout to target more muscles in your legs.

Front Drive Design —  Front drive ellipticals are usually more compact that rear-drive varieties.  In addition, they are easier to mount and dismount, which can be an advantage if you have mobility issues.  Finally, the pedals are closer together so you will have reduced stress on your hip joints and back during the workout.

28 Lb. Flywheel —  This is a decently heavy flywheel and is especially impressive given the low price of this machine.  A heavier flywheel contributes to a smoother more fluid-like motion on your elliptical.

Adjustable Cushioned Pedals —  The pedals on the Elite 10.7 elliptical are adjustable so you can reduce heel lift and toe numbness.  Extra cushioning helps reduce impact on your joints.

Wireless Chest Strap Included – These wireless straps help you monitor your heart rate during the workout.  This will help you stay in a prime exertion range to maximize your results.  This is about a $50 value for FREE!

6″ Backlit Display – This display is not fancy but it gets the job done!  It will display your stats for speed, time, distance, pulse, calories burned, and progress around a quarter-mile track.

Warranty — Lifetime frame, 3-Year parts, and 1-Year labor coverage.  Pretty good especially at this price range!

32 Installed Exercise Programs — This is a great selection of pre-programmed workouts for you to add variety to your daily routine.

Cooling Fan — The fan automatically adjusts to match the intensity of your workout.

Our Review — NordicTrack Elite 10.7 Elliptical

The NordicTrack 10.7 Elliptical is a great deal at only $899, but this deal won’t last.  Once the models are sold out, you will not be able to purchase this machine.  I would caution you that this particular model needs a module to fully work with the iFit Live programming. Since this requires an additional $100 purchase, those interested in iFit may prefer the NordicTrack C 9.5 for $999.  If iFit is not such a priority, then you might as well enjoy the $100 in savings and snatch up one of the last models of the Elite 10.7.

Go to www.NordicTrackEllipticals.com for more details.

A Solid $999 Buy with a 7″ Touchscreen Display

The NordicTrack C 9.5 is a definite value buy at $999.  It is a front drive elliptical, which means that it is more compact and easier to mount.  What makes this machine a stand-out is the 7″ Smart HD Touchscreen display, optional iFit technology, a 25 lb flywheel and a generous selection of 32 workout programs.

You are not going to find any $999 elliptical, except for the rear drive NordicTrack rear drive SE7i, with as many upgrades and leading edge technology. This is not your typical elliptical trainer, it is also a motivational fitness machine.

NordicTrack C 9.5 Elliptical Features

• iFit Live —iFit technology along with a web enabled touchscreen is a great combination. The iFit program allows you to create your own custom workout programs using audio coaching from certified trainers. The workouts increase in difficulty over an extended period to help you gain real results.  An online profile allows you to set your goals and track your progress.  In addition, the machine can sync with Google Maps to let you simulate working out on your favorite real-life routes. In addition, there is an extensive library of virtual workouts that you can view on the full color display. For example, you can walk the beaches of Hawaii, or hike the mountains of Switzerland, and in the process you get audio coaching.   What makes iFit virtual training so impressive is that your elliptical will mimic the terrain of the video by increasing the intensity of your workout. And there is more.  You get Custom Meal Recommendations based on your calorie burn and You are able to track your workouts and your progress with helpful charts and stats. Studies show that individuals that track their workouts are more likely to achieve their fitness goals.

Note: At the time of this posting, a FREE 1-year iFit Membership comes with this machine.  After that initial year, there is an addition subscription charge to use the features.

• 7″ Smart HD Touchscreen – This is a fantastic feature that you won’t truly appreciate until you have it in front of you.  Use this screen to access your iFit.com account with the touch of a finger.
• Integrated Tablet Holder – If the touchscreen isn’t enough to keep your attention, the tablet holder will provide a safe place for you to display your additional smart device.
• 0-20 Degree Power Incline – This machine will adjust with quick select buttons.  Increasing the incline helps you target different muscle groups for a more effective workout.  If you also want a decline feature, you’ll need to buy the more expensive NordicTrack C 12.9 elliptical.
• 25 lb. flywheel – This is a mid-weight flywheel for Nordictrack. They have a few machines that have 28 or 32 lb flywheels, but many that have lighter wheels as well.  This will allow for a smooth and natural elliptical motion.
• SoftTouch Upper Body Grips – These grips are easy to hold for people of various heights. Switching your arm position will also help you activate different arm muscles.
• 32 Workout Programs – The C 9.5 comes with a generous selection of 32 installed workout programs
• Lifetime Frame, 1 year Labor and 3 year Parts Warranty  – For comparison, the NordicTrack C 7.5 only allows for a 2 year warranty on parts.

Read an article comparing the NordicTrack C 9.5 to the Sole E25 and NordicTrack SpaceSaver SE7i here.

Our Review: NordicTrack C 9.5 Elliptical

The NordicTrack C 9.5 Elliptical Trainer is a budget machine at $999, which means it is best for low to moderate weight users. Still, it’s a great value in this price range with its web enabled touchscreen and iFit technology!  The 25 lb flywheel is a mid-weight wheel from NordicTrack.  They offer a few machines that have 28 or 32 lb, but many that are also 20 or 18 lbs.  A heavier flywheel helps create a smooth and natural elliptical motion.  We really like this compact little machine.  Check out a comparison chart of all NordicTrack Ellipticals here.

Go to NordicTrackEllipticals.com to learn more about the NordicTrack C 9.5.