HealthChat’s Top Fitness
Treadmills Unveiled
Treadmills are the most popular home exercise machines
for aerobic fitness. Their great advantage is that they
readily simulate real life using the authentic movements
of walking, running or jogging. In addition, extensive studies
have shown that the use of a treadmill results in the burning
of more calories than any other exercise equipment.
Key to finding a good treadmill is to research the different
types of machines before you buy one so that yours does
not end up as an addition to the furniture. It is strongly
recommended that you bear the following in mind:
- Non-motorized machines are suitable for walking but
do not withstand vigorous jogging.
- For jogging choose a more stable machine.
- For a motorized machine an emergency shut off is essential.
- Ensure the running belt is at least 15 inches wide and
50 inches long.
- The incline of the machine should have a 10% grade that
can be adjusted during exercise.
- The motor should allow for speeds of at least 8 miles
per hour.
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