Should You Buy an Electric Treadmill?

by Audrey Aniston

Electric Treadmill

Electric Treadmill

Electric treadmills are an excellent piece of fitness equipment and a must have for any personal home gym. Gym World, Sport & Leisure UK, and Exercise Equipment are all online retail sites offering top quality treadmills at affordable prices. For a low budget price, the Reebok i-Run Plus is a treadmill that is best operated by the average user. For a medium budget, the Tunturi T 20 offers a strong 2.5 HP, a 12% incline, and up to a 10mph speed. For a higher end budget, the Tunturi T 40 is made especially for fitness enthusiasts who have to have the best. It possesses a 3HP motor, a 12% incline, and a top speed of 12 mph. It also includes excellent durability, added comfort, and heart rate programmes and sensors.

Electric treadmills or motorised treadmills are a great addition to your home gym. They offer convenience for those who have difficulty getting to a gym. For those cold and rainy days, running indoors is a must. Walking, jogging or running on a treadmill offers a low-impact workout, as most treadmills reduce stress of the joints. The physical benefits include getting you in top shape while improving your aerobic capacity and cardiovascular system. Other physical benefits include body fat loss, toning of leg muscles, burning of excess calories, and increased energy.

Should You Buy an Electric Treadmill?

Should You Buy an Electric Treadmill?

Once you have made the decision to purchase an electrical powered treadmill, there are a few points to consider. The motor must be a minimum of 1.5 horse power and be suitable for people weighing up to 18 stones, or 252 pounds. For those who are heavier, a bigger motor is necessary, as the higher the horse power, the more efficiently it will operate. The speed range will depend on individual fitness levels. A walker will need one that runs at least 0-6 mph. Most people use a treadmill with a 1-10 mph range, and for the more serious runner, a range of 6-12 mph is more suitable. The incline range should be a minimum of 0-10% power incline. Most treadmills offer electronic data, such as distance, time, and speed displays. Also available are treadmills with pre-set workouts that target specific goals. Depending on the size of your budget, higher end treadmills can record workouts and include heart rate programmes. A one year warranty is necessary, and you’ll need to choose a brand that offers a good belt thickness, shock absorption and running surface length.

In conclusion, investing in an electric treadmill is the best option for those on a path to better fitness.

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One Response to “Should You Buy an Electric Treadmill?”

  1. Tanya on September 24th, 2009 6:48 am

    This is indeed a very informative article!

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