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Choosing Fitness Equipment Like A Treadmill
from: Keith KingstonA treadmill is a great investment in fitness so when thinking
about choosing a piece of fitness equipment, a treadmill is
often a popular choice. Studies have shown that people get more
out of a treadmill than other fitness equipment, because it is
natural to walk or run and you are more apt to stick with it for
longer each session and keep using the equipment itself over a
sustained period of time.
You get what you pay for when it comes to treadmills, but for
most of us choosing fitness equipment of any type is going to be
a significant investment. When you shop by price you must be
even more careful to select the best in that price range. The
price ranges generally break down into three groups - Budget
$500-$1500, Mid-Range $1500-$3000 and Superior $3000 onwards.
There are often significant sales and discounts though so you
should keep an eye out.
The motor is what is important in a treadmill as it gets the
heaviest workout. The figure you want to look at is the
"continuous duty rating" and shop for 1.5 to 2.5 HP "continuous
duty". The "peak duty" rating is less valuable. The "treadmill
duty" rating falls between continuous and peak but you will
spend less time in peak.
You should test treadmills - just as you when choosing fitness
equipment of any type - by wearing your workout shoes and
clothes. A shaky or jerky ride is not acceptable. The hand rails
should feel sturdy enough to support you and be in a good
position to grip easily and not block your arm motion. The belt
must be wide enough and long enough for your stride.
Choose a model that has the most pre-set and programmable
workouts to vary pace and incline. The incline and speed should
be easily adjustable from the console. A pulse monitor is good.
A water bottle holder and book rack are essential for many
people too - but this is a matter of personal choice.
The treadmill needs to work in your space too so think about
where you will put it when you get it home. If you plan to watch
TV or listen to music, you need to be able to hear those over
the treadmill itself. A model that looks small in the store can
turn into an elephant in your spare room. Check its size when
folded or stored and test how easy it is to move after all, you
will be the one who is moving it.
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