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NordicTrack's 50th Anniversary: 50 Years of Fitness Innovation

NordicTrack turns 50 in 2025. Explore five decades of home gym innovation, from the wooden Ski Machine that launched the brand to today's AI-powered Ultra Series treadmills and iFIT personalization.

Sep 11, 2025

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Real-world readiness starts with training that reflects real terrain. See what functional fitness looks like off the machine and on the trail.

Fitness

Functional Fitness: Why Real-World Readiness Matters More Than How You Look

Functional fitness measures what your body can actually do, not how it looks. Here's why that distinction matters more as life asks more of you.

Aug 27, 2026 · 5 min read

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See how the NordicTrack Commercial 2450 pairs with iFIT trainer-led workouts, so your training responds to the content on screen in real time.

Equipment | iFIT App | Fitness

Train Here, Go Anywhere: What Your NordicTrack and iFIT Membership Actually Gives You

Discover everything your NordicTrack and iFIT membership includes, from trainer-led terrain training to partner perks that extend well beyond the workout.

Aug 26, 2026 · 4 min read

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See the NordicTrack Commercial 2450 Treadmill in action, pairing HD touchscreen training with iFIT-guided outdoor-style workouts at home.

Equipment

New vs. Used Treadmills: Which is the Better Buy for You?

Not sure whether to buy a new or used treadmill? Compare cost, warranty coverage, and features side by side to find the right fit for your budget, space, and training goals.

Aug 25, 2026 · 3 min read

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Follow iFIT trainer Tommy Rivs through the Rivs Run Club New Zealand season, a guided treadmill running series built around real terrain and weekly runs.

Fitness | Trainers

Expert-Led Workouts: Why Who's Coaching You Matters

Why credentialed, expert-led workouts beat generic fitness content, featuring iFIT trainer Tommy Rivs and his Rivs Run Club and Joy of Running series.

Aug 25, 2026 · 5 min read

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See terrain-driven training in action as iFIT trainer Hannah Eden leads a New Zealand hiking workout built for real incline and uneven terrain.

Fitness | iFIT App

Terrain-Driven Training: Why Your Workouts Need Real-World Terrain

Terrain-driven training uses incline and decline to build the real-world readiness you need for hikes, travel, and unpredictable physical demands.

Aug 24, 2026 · 8 min read

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iFIT trainer Abe Ahern demonstrates a lateral reach on the NordicTrack Ultra 1 Reformer in the Base to Burn Pilates series — available with the Reformer Digital Activation.

iFIT App | Equipment

How to Make Your Pilates Studio More Profitable Without Adding More Staff

Your reformers sit idle between classes. Here is how boutique studio owners are turning off-hours floor time into a new revenue stream without adding staff or instructor hours.

Aug 5, 2026 · 14 min read

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Ellipticals vs. Treadmills: Which Is Right for You?

Equipment

Ellipticals vs. Treadmills: Which Is Right for You?

Not sure whether to choose an elliptical or treadmill? Compare benefits, calorie burn, and training goals to find the right cardio machine for your home gym.

Aug 4, 2026 · 9 min read

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Frequently Asked Questions: Treadmills

Equipment

Frequently Asked Questions: Treadmills

Get clear answers to the treadmill questions that matter when buying for home, covering features, incline benefits, space and shoe guidance to help you choose the right NordicTrack model.

Aug 3, 2026 · 4 min read

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Start low-impact home cardio with the NordicTrack X16 elliptical trainer. Auto-adjustable stride, silent magnetic resistance, and iFIT guided workouts built in. Shop NordicTrack.com.

Equipment

Best Elliptical for Beginners: How to Start Strong and Stay Consistent

Not sure which elliptical to buy or how to actually get started? Get two clear model recommendations, a side-by-side spec comparison, and a four-week beginner plan built around your first few weeks on the machine.

Jul 31, 2026 · 14 min read

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Ride with iFIT trainer Ashley Paulson through Washington's national park terrain. The Washington National Parks Power and Incline Cycling Series streams on NordicTrack connected bikes with Follow Trainer auto-adjust.

Equipment

How to Do Indoor Cycling Classes at Home: Best Bikes and Platforms Compared

Choosing a home cycling bike for on-demand classes? This guide covers connected bikes, setup requirements, what to look for in a platform, and how to choose based on your training goals.

Jul 30, 2026 · 16 min read

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Take on the iFIT Virtual Passport National Parks challenge on your NordicTrack. Hike, run, and ride through 20+ iconic parks, earn rewards, and build your Trophy Case.

iFIT App

Explore America's National Parks on Your NordicTrack Equipment

iFIT is bringing America's most iconic National Parks to your NordicTrack. Explore guided workout series, earn rewards, and build your Virtual Passport Trophy Case.

Jul 29, 2026 · 5 min read

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NordicTrack X24 Exercise Bike and treadmill comparison shot showing both machines with iFIT touchscreens active — ideal for home cardio training decisions.

Equipment

Treadmill vs. Exercise Bike: Which Is Better for Cardio and Weight Loss?

Treadmill vs. exercise bike: which burns more calories and better fits your home? Get an evidence-based verdict, sample workouts, and persona-matched product picks.

Jul 28, 2026 · 16 min read

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