A treadmill is an exercise machine that allows someone to walk, jog or run indoors. A treadmill works by a belt driven system that can be adjusted to various speeds to accommodate the user. Treadmills have become very popular for cardiovascular exercise.
Along with exercise bikes and elliptical machines, the treadmill has been synonymous with cardiovascular exercise. With the health community urging at least 3 days of cardiovascular exercise a week, many people rely on the treadmill to get their cardio exercise. Additionally, in areas where there are few places to run outside or during extreme climates, treadmills may be one of the few options for people to run or jog.
Buying A Treadmill
Before you buy a Treadmill, you should think about the following features
- Treadmill Brand Reputation - If you plan to use your treadmill often, it is advisable to buy from a reputable brand as there are many moving parts and you don’t want the treadmill to break on you unexpectedly. Even more importantly, you don’t want to get injured from your treadmill.
- Treadmill Motor Quality - Look for treadmills with 2.0 or higher horsepower continuous duty if possible. Find out how quietly the motor runs. You loud treadmill motor will not only annoy you but even discourage you from exercising. Also, check that the treadmill motor has at least a one year warranty.
- Treadmill Stability and Cushioning - If possible, try the treadmill somewhere and see if it is stable. The treadmill should be sturdy and not wobble when you are running. Also, running in general can stress your knees and shins. Make sure that the treadmill has proper cushioning so that you don’t injure yourself. A treadmill that is stable and has proper cushioning is far more important than one with lots of gadgets.
- Treadmill Features
Modern treadmills have many features and gizmos included. Most of these you may never use. The key features to look for in a treadmill are incline ability, availability of workout routines, and a heart rate monitor. A treadmill should be able to incline fairly easily to various positions to generate resistance. Workout routines on the treadmill allow for you to exercise at the push of a button without having to account for adjusting speed, warming up or cooling down since those should all be programmed in.
A heart rate or pulse monitor on the treadmill allows you to quickly determine if you are optimizing your workout. Don’t skimp on this feature as managing your heart rate while exercising will not only increase your performance but also let you exercise safely and prevent overexerting yourself.
There are many treadmills that you can research online. If possible, always try to go to a store and try out the treadmill before you buy.
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