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LifeSpan TR1200-DT5 Treadmill Desk – Review

August 22, 2019 by  
Filed under Treadmills

LifeSpan TR1200-DT Treadmill Desk

LifeSpan TR1200-DT5 Treadmill Desk

Rated 4.6 Stars

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The LifeSpan Fitness TR1200-DT5 Treadmill Desk is a medium duty treadmill with a built-in workstation desk to get work done while exercising. It is ideal for walking for hours while you work. Features include a strong 2.25 horsepower (hp) high torque motor (continuous duty) , which can reach speeds up to 4 miles per hour.

The motor is optimized for up to 6 hours of use per day. Walk slow, or at a faster path, for hours at a time while you get your work done. Why sit at a desk all day, when you improve your posture, lose weight, and improve your health by using this treadmill desk. Our bodies are not made to sit for extended periods of time.


LifeSpan TR1200-DT5 Desktop: The desk surface measures 38″ wide by 29″ depth and can accommodate a computer monitor, keyboard, phone, laptop, and other equipment. A cable management system allows cables to be uncluttered. Built-in Bluetooth allows you to share your workout with the new Lifespan App. The desk is height adjustable for proper ergonomics. The deck is a 20″ x 50″ area which is perfect for walking. A bio-mechanically sound deck suspension system supports people up to 350 pounds in weight.

The Intelli-Step step-counting feature works like a pedometer. The Control Console is located at the front of the desktop for easy access. One advantage of this treadmill is that it comes completely assembled and ready to plug in except for the desk portion which is semi-assembled requiring about 15 minutes to assemble.


TR1200-DT5 with a generous Desktop area for working.

TR1200-DT5 Treadmill Features: Control Readouts: Distance Traveled, Calories Burned, Time and Step Count. Deck suspension support by 6 compression shocks to dampen impact and walking noise . Rated for up to 6 hours daily use. Padded armrests at the front of the desk enhances user comfort. Desk adjusts to user height. Intelli-Guard™ Automatic shutoff if you step off the treadmill.

Very quiet operation: 1 mph is 47 dB, 2 mph is 50.1 dB, 3 mph is 54.2 dB and 4 mph is 59.8 dB.


Maximum User Weight Capacity: Up to 350 pounds.
Treadmill Warranty: Frame – Lifetime; Motor – 3 years; Parts – 2 years; Labor – 1 year.
Treadmill Base Dimensions: 63″ L x 28.5″ W x 7.25″
Desktop Dimensions: 38″ x 29″ (W x D)


Smart-Review Commentary: The LifeSpan TR1200-DT5 is a highly rated Treadmill Desk. It is specifically designed to be used for hours a day at low speeds, so you can walk while working. This will result in longer motor and component life. Burn calories while keeping yourself occupied with work. It can go up to a brisk 4 mph, and is Extremely Quiet., so you can get work done and talk on the phone. The desk is adjustable for height, so that it is at the perfect height for users from 4 feet 10″ to 6 feet 8″. It can fold up when not in use. The 20 x 50″ walking surface has been designed for walking.

The desk area is designed to allow you to use your own monitor, laptop, keyboard, phone, and other equipment. The desk surface measures 38″ W x 29″ D . The TR1200-DT5 has a cable management system with a cable tray which is tucked under the desk to store your cables. This is the perfect way to fit in exercise and still get your work done. Console Controls are built-in at the front of the treadmill. One huge advantage of this treadmill is that it comes fully assembled, except for the desk portion (about 15 minutes assembly). Reviewers report that this treadmill runs quiet and smooth. We have found that overall the LifeSpan Fitness brand of treadmills have received outstanding reviews. They are the leader in treadmill desks. This model gets the Smart-Review Top Pick rating in the treadmill desk category and is highly recommended.


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LifeSpan Fitness TR1200-DT5 LifeSpan Fitness TR1200-DT5
    Treadmill Features

  • 2.25 hp motor
  • 0-4.0 miles per hour
  • Built-in Desk
  • Cable Management
  • Front Controls
  • Fast Assembly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • 38″x 29″ Desktop
  • 20 x 50 inch walking area
  • Intelli-Guard™ Auto Shutoff
  • Lifetime frame warranty
  • Maximum user weight limit: 350 lbs.

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Lifespan Fitness TR1200-DT7 Treadmill Desk Demo at CES


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