Used Treadmills
What Is A Treadmill?
When you workout on a treadmill, there is no air
resistance like you experience when you workout outdoors. Moreover it's
not your body that is moving but it is the ground beneath your feet that
is in motion. Therefore, as compared to walking outside it takes less
energy to walk on a treadmill with the same pace. Since treadmills
provide a smooth and even terrain, your knees and back are likely to
feel more relaxed and the chances of injuring them are also reduced.
Today, treadmills carry a lot of features which are unique and
health-friendly. Apart from some basic features, which your treadmill
needs to carry there are various special features which add an advantage
to it:
1) Pre-programmed workouts designed for all levels ranging from beginners
to routine runners.
2) Speed variations.
3) Incline of the walk (motorized treadmills can tilt the walking deck to
give a workout equivalent to that of walking uphill).
4) Some treadmills may also offer a customized program for you, depending
on your case history.
The general belief is that expensive treadmills carry the maximum
features. But, this need not be true. The features and the prices of a
treadmill vary in accordance with the type of treadmill it is. For eg.-
A manual treadmill is light, inexpensive and can be folded to be pushed
under a bed whereas, a motorized treadmill is heavy and not that
portable. But a motorized treadmill is actually more advanced and
provides a superior exercising experience
In addition to manual
and motorized treadmills, a class of home and commercial treadmills is
also available. However, you need to take care of a few points while
purchasing a treadmill for yourself.
1) When buying a motorized treadmill, go for motors
which carry maximum guarantee.
2) Check out the minimum and maximum incline levels and speed that a
treadmill offers.
3) Make sure that the running deck is long and wide enough to support
your natural stride.
There are other things as well which you need to keep
in mind while buying a treadmill. But, these features are the added
advantages offered by different motorized treadmills and therefore need
to be paid close attention to.
The popularity of treadmills has experienced a great upshoot in recent years. People are increasingly
realizing the importance of exercising and the advantages offered by
treadmills are pulling more and more buyers towards it. The future of
the treadmill industry also seems to be bright as more and more brands
enter the market with advanced models to provide you the best of
exercise regimes within the comfort of your home.