Mar 13 2010

How to Choose and Buy a Great Home Treadmill

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Today everybody has become health conscious and wants to stay fit, but going to the gym can be a luxury which many people do not enjoy because of time constraints. You can solve this problem by getting a treadmill for your home. Not only can you workout at home without having to go anywhere, you can also exercise at your convenience anytime you want. A treadmill is a piece of exercise equipment where you run on the spot, without moving any distance. You can exercise while watching TV, or even read while you run. Even when there is bad weather you can run indoors.

The working system of a treadmill is the belt system. The top of the belt moves to the rear, allowing you to run an equal and necessarily opposite speed. The speed and the distance covered can be set or measured. You can also change the rate of speed when you need. Because all factors of the run are known, the exact energy spend is able to be calculated. Some treadmills also have special built-in features such as heart rate monitors, step count, amount of calories burnt, etc.

How to choose the right treadmill: Well, after deciding you want to buy a treadmill for yourself, but looking at the number of different treadmills available, you may get confused as to which one is best. There are lots of things you need to consider. Price is of course something you need to consider, but remember never to compromise on money when it comes to your fitness and health; after all you do not want to feel sorry later. Don’t become a slave to price. Consider the durability and functionality first, and then come to the price.

The size of the treadmill you purchase is very important, so first you’ll have to think about where you will be putting the machine in your house. Measure that space and find one that can comfortably fit in that range. Also keep in mind that many can be folded up to make storage easier and less obtrusive. The motor of the treadmill is also very important, but it’s something that many people overlook. You want to look at the peak duty rating and continuous duty rating to get a good idea of the motor’s capability. A larger and more powerful motor will also end up lasting longer and providing more consistency. For an average adult male, you want a motor with at least 1.5 continuous duty horsepower.

You also of course want to see the other measurements and specifications for the treadmill that you will be purchasing. You want a thick deck to provide comfort and durability, and it should be at least 3/4 of an inch thick. In terms of the other sizes for the deck, you want one that at a minimum is 48 inches long and 17 inches wide, so you have plenty of room to work with as you are on the treadmill. You also want a treadmill that provides good cushioning so you don’t get injured or experience any discomfort. The suspension should be directly beneath the deck as opposed to shock absorbers on the legs. You’ll have choices between rubber and foam padding, rubber is better at shock absorbing and recovers quicker, while foam will generally be softer and more comfortable.

One of the great features of treadmills is that you’ll be able to choose between a variety of exercise programs and preset programs and you’ll be able to instantly change speeds and even inclinations. Of course, the more of these features and other advanced specifications that you have on your machine, the more money you will probably have to spend.

Bring one home! Walking is a very effective exercise which everybody is able to do. It is basic, doesn’t require a lot of coordination, and can be an excellent way to deal with stress by clearing your head. Anybody of any age can do it, and it is the same for a beginner as well as for an athlete. So, if you are an indoor person, cannot go to a gym, or if you do not get time to go out to exercise, you can get a treadmill and exercise at home whenever you can and want to.

One of the most popular treadmills on the market today is the Bowflex 7 series treadmill. Visit The Fitness Treadmill Store for an in depth review of this Bowflex treadmill

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Jan 28 2010

Cardio Equipment, Whats Right For You

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Have you ever wondered what piece of cardio equipment to use? The answer to that question differs depending on the physical goals and abilities of the the individual. A good answer to this question is that the ideal piece equipment the one that provides the most rewards while minimizing the risks.

The treadmill is one of the most popular forms of cardio exercise equipment at gyms and fitness centers today. If you walk on the treadmill on a level grade the risk of injury is minimal. But in most cases the rewards are minimal. For starters fewer calories will be burned thus leading to less fat loss. Some extremely obese people, and those with physical issues; will find this to be a high impact exercise, and possibly painful. Slow Walking on a flat treadmill has minimal risks for everyone; but also few rewards as it does not burn enough calories or get the heart rate up enough to significantly reduce body fat.

The obvious way to get the most out of your treadmill workout is to turn on the speed and/ or crank up the incline. You can start with a slow jog or increase the incline and have a brisk walk. When your body gets accustomed to that, try running or running/ jogging at an incline. These are tried and true ways to get the fat burning furnace in your body to turn up the heat. But for a lot of people running just isn’t their thing; especially those with the physical limitations mentioned earlier. So what are they to do? Well, the treadmill is definitely not the only answer to your fat burning needs. read on.

Stationary bikes are another common piece of cardio equipmant being used at gyms today. Stationary cycling has the same pros and cons as riding a bike outside (with the exception of crashing!). I believe cycling is more beneficial than jogging and running because you can burn a lot of calories without the high impact pounding to the knees and back that you get from jogging and running. To a lesser degree however; there is some stress to the knees and back that is generated by intense cycling also.

When I think of an extreme low impact workout; I think elliptical machine. This is the most versatile of the three pieces of equipment stated in this article. You can adjust the ramp, speed and the resistance. You can also get more body parts involved if you use one that has the moving handles. Most people can use this eqipment with little or no problem, even those with some physical limitations. I personally use all the equipment stated above; but the elliptical is my hands down favorite.

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