StepMill – StairMaster SM3 StepMill
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Product Highlights
- Smaller but as tough as the commercial version.
- Efficient cardio and strength workout from stair climbing.
- Step range: 26 to 162 steps per minute.
- 10 workout programs, including fat burner and intervals.
- Large backlit LCD display; Polar-compatible heart rate monitoring.
For nearly 30 years, the StairMaster StepMill has been known as the toughest workout in the gym. Now, you can bring that same intensity home with the new StepMill 3. Featuring a revolving set of 6-inch stairs, it offers a step range of 26 to 162 steps per minute, providing a robust cardio and strength workout that will strengthen your legs and boost your cardiovascular health.
The StepMill 3 includes 10 diverse workout programs such as Quick Start, Manual, Steady, Mystery Challenge, Build, Bell Shaped, Calorie Burner, Fat Burner, Heart Rate Zone Trainer, and Heart Rate Intervals, ensuring a varied and engaging exercise routine. The large, backlit LCD display tracks essential workout metrics, including time, watts, calories, heart rate, level (1-20), floors/minute, segment time, floors climbed, and workout profile.
Additional features include heart rate pulse grips on ergonomically designed handrails, an automatic safety stop sensor at the rear of the steps, and Polar-compatible heart rate monitoring. With a 275-pound weight capacity, the StepMill 3 is both durable and user-friendly, supported by an impressive warranty: lifetime frame, 5 years mechanical, 2 years electronics, and 1 year labor and wear items. Bring the gym-quality toughness of the StairMaster StepMill to your home with the SM3.
Pros
- Compact but tough as the commercial version.
- Efficient cardio and strength workout.
- 26 to 162 steps per minute range.
Cons
- Heavy and bulky design.
- Limited workout programs compared to some machines.
- Basic console features.
- High price point for home use.
