Technogym Launches SKILLRUN

CESENA, Italy, December 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --

A unique treadmill designed for performance training offering a complete solution for both cardio and power workouts 

Technogym - the world leading producer of design and technology-driven fitness products and digital solutions, and official supplier to the last six Olympic games - is proud to announce the launch of SKILLRUN™, the first piece of running equipment that combines cardio and power training in a single solution, designed to meet the training requirements of both elite athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

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SKILLRUN™ is made to set the new benchmark in performance running and answer the needs of all runners, from sprinters to marathoners and triathletes. Thanks to its unique MULTIDRIVE TECHNOLOGY™ (patent pending) SKILLRUN™ offers the possibility to select both cardio training and resistance workouts to enhance power. The interactive UNITY console allows users to access a completely customized workout experience, which engages and motivates them through digital contents, personalized training programs and data tracking.

SKILLRUN™ offers also a wide range of innovative workouts including high intensity interval training, speed resistance and neuromuscular training, as well as immersive and entertaining options. SKILLRUN™ includes some exclusive features designed for athletic and performance training such as:

• Fast Track Control: to adjust speed and incline on the fly while exercising
• Maximum Training Space: thanks to the 55 cm - 22" wide belt
• Speed and Incline: up to 30 Km/h (18,6 mph) speed and incline ranging from -3% to +25%
• QUICKPAD: possibility to change speed and gradient in just one touch
• Speed-shift: to create on-the-fly interval training profiles and switch from one speed to another with a simple touch

And allows the user to perform a variety of cardio and power workouts:

• Running Session: the exclusive interactive technology Biofeedback (patent pending) tracks and monitors the main running parameters in real time, providing color-coded feedback.
  
• Parachute training (patent pending): users can strengthen the resistive power and top-end speed with parachute training that reproduces the feeling of outdoor running with a parachute. Resistance is null at the start and increases to gain speed.
  
• Sled training: it allows users to train their power. Can reproduce the feeling of pushing a sled on grass. Resistance is high at the start and decreases to a constant rate.

SKILLRUN™ is also ideal for group training sessions in a class or studio environment. The solution SKILLRUN CLASS (patent pending) is perfect for those in search of a more effective and motivating group running.