Benefits of the Treadmill

I have a soft spot for the treadmill. It was the first piece of equipment I used and with it pretty much alone (I didn't know how to lift weights yet!) I lost a lot of weight and started my fitness journey.

Over the years the treadmill keeps winning me over and with any luck I can pass along my enthusiasm for this machine onto you, with ten benefits of the treadmill:

Ten Benefits of the Treadmill

1. In comparison to walking/running outside, speed and incline can be controlled and recorded. It's also great for avoiding going downhill because shin splints are never fun!

2. Using the treadmill is easier on your joints than running or walking on pavement.

3. Using the treadmill is convenient. You do not have to miss a workout due to bad weather.

4. Staying balanced on the treadmill requires core stabilization. It's great for the abs and low back!

5. Most treadmills nowadays are equipped with heart rate monitors to make certain that your workout are intense as need be.

6. Using the treadmill is a form of cardio that is great for your heart, circulation and overall health and well being.

7. The treadmill is great aid for weight loss.

8. The treadmill keeps your workouts safe. Running outside can be a hazard with potholes, traffic, cyclists and other pedestrians.

9. Having a treadmill at home makes exercise super easy. Even if it's first thing in the morning walking on one does not require much concentration and it helps you to wake up and start the day on a healthy note.

10. Overall treadmill workouts are beneficial to cardiovascular health, energy and stress levels, weight maintenance and sexual health.

If you do not use a treadmill yet at home or the gym consider trying one out for 15 to 40 minutes after a weight workout.

Try It!

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