Originally Posted by Jennifer 3FC (Post 3335663)

I had an older model treadmill that did not show incline level, either. I had a knob for the speed, which changed digitally, but the incline was a toggle that held down or up to raise and lower. I wouldn't worry about the level number, you'll be able to mentally gauge the incline after a short while and know where you're at. 5% is pretty steep. You'll definitely feel it in the calves. Maybe you can try one out in a sporting goods store, and then go home and compare?