Recommendations for choosing a treadmill

Treadmills are the most popular cardio equipment in the world. Despite the large selection of fitness equipment of various types, they will continue to consistently occupy the first place in the consumer demand rating. Although the treadmill itself is far from the most compact fitness equipment, many people buy it for the home, as it can lose weight very quickly if you exercise regularly. Treadmills captivate users with their versatility and ease of use - they are suitable for almost everyone, from children to seniors. But how do you choose a treadmill for your home that meets your expectations?

Criteria for selecting a treadmill

The main criteria for choosing a treadmill are:

  • Class simulator - professional or home;
  • Engine power;
  • User weight;
  • The size of the running surface of the canvas;
  • The presence of depreciation system!

If you are purchasing a home trainer, then both home and professional treadmills will suit you. They differ in frame designs, functional characteristics and, of course, price: homemade ones are foldable, less powerful and relatively inexpensive, while professional ones have a stationary, more powerful frame, commercial properties and a significantly higher price. So, if your space and budget allow, of course, it is better to take a stationary treadmill. It is more stable, reliable and durable!

Which engine is better?

The engine is better to be at least 2.5 hp. because this parameter affects the smoothness of the running belt under load.
In simple terms, a weak motor can cause the running belt to jerk during a workout! That after a while, it will start to annoy you very much!

Permissible user weight

The maximum weight of the user, which the technical conditions of the track allow, must be 20% more than the actual weight of the person who will train on it!
That is, if you have 100 kg, then the track must withstand at least 120 kg, but the more the better!

Running belt

The size of the running surface of the canvas is calculated from the maximum height of the user who will work on it. For example, 3-4 people will be engaged in a family, then the size of the canvas must be selected for the highest growth. If the maximum height is 180 - 200 cm, then the canvas should be at least 150 by 48 cm. This is very important, because ease of use depends on it. If you're comfortable running, you shouldn't be aiming for the canvas, so if space and budget allow, go for a treadmill with a larger canvas!

As for other indicators, they play secondary functions. The cushioning system is absolutely in all treadmills, except for non-motorized ones, which are designed for sprints. And everything else is basically unimportant. Therefore, if you need a treadmill for home and you will use it exclusively for running at home, there is no point in overpaying.

Types of treadmills

Manufacturers offer treadmills of two types, mechanical and electric. Each of the options has its pros and cons, but with the right approach to training, they are equally effective.

Mechanical treadmills

Mechanical, or as they are also called inertial treadmills, do not have an engine. Its canvas is set in motion by the athlete's legs, and the load is created due to friction forces. Typically, the deck of these machines is slightly arched to increase running efficiency.

The consoles of this type of exercise equipment are equipped with an electronic module powered by batteries. The treadmill display shows information about time, speed, distance and calories burned. Most mechanical models have built-in heart rate sensors that can easily connect with remote cardio sensors and watches via Bluetooth, data from which can be uploaded to cloud services and monitor the effectiveness of your training progress.

A non-motorized mechanical treadmill is perfect for both beginner athletes and professional runners. This is a safe and very functional simulator, the pace of movement of the canvas is set by the user. On such a treadmill, you can run sprints and long distances, instantly accelerate and brake, abruptly switch from walking to running and vice versa. Non-motorized treadmills perform very well in fart-leks, the so-called interval runs, and also, they burn 30% more calories and fat than a conventional treadmill with an electric motor!

Electric treadmills

Electric treadmills offer users the widest range of options. Amateur models of these simulators are equipped with engines with a capacity of 2 to 5 horsepower, which can accelerate the running belt up to 20 km / h. On the market of cardio simulators, amateur and semi-professional models for the home are widely represented, which are not inferior in their functionality to commercial devices.

For a modern home electric treadmill, features such as a change in the angle of the belt, built-in fans, an audio system for working with gadgets, and smooth braking have long become the norm. As a rule, 10-12 training programs are pre-installed in such cardio machines, which can be switched in one click on the console. Some equipment is pre-installed with functional electric modules that not only collect activity data via Bluetooth, but can also analyze it with graphing and reporting, as well as to support wireless communication with smartphones and smart watches.

On sale you can find both electric walkways with a solid frame and folding ones. Home treadmills differ from professional equipment in their frame structure, engine power, deck and running belt.

Summing up, we can say that the choice of a treadmill depends on the purpose of training and, of course, on the budget. If training is nothing more than a way to warm up after a sedentary job, then an inexpensive electric treadmill is perfect. Well, for those who plan to part with extra pounds and never meet them again, it is better to choose a professional running cardio machine that will 100% knock out all the fat from you. The treadmill is the perfect exercise machine for regular workouts aimed at keeping fit or just improving the body!

What treadmill to buy?

Any treadmill is selected based on the weight and height of the user. Treadmills for the home, most often, are designed for people weighing no more than 130 kg. At the same time, you can find a semi-professional model, the frame of which can withstand 160-180 kg. This characteristic must be taken into account, since exceeding the maximum load indicator significantly reduces the service life of the product and increases the load on the joints.

The comfort and effectiveness of the workout depends on how correctly the choice of the treadmill is made according to height. It is known that tall people have a wider step, so the length of the running belt should be longer. With a height of up to 180 cm, a canvas with a length of 120 cm is suitable. If the height is between 180 and 200 cm, it is better to stay on models from 140 cm, and for those who are above 200 cm, only a treadmill with a canvas from 150 cm will be convenient.

Do not forget about the width. A narrow canvas up to 45 cm is optimal only for fast walking. From 45 to 50 cm is already a choice for easy running. Cloths wider than 50 cm can be considered for those who train without restrictions, including with sharp accelerations.

Questions and advice

It remains to be added that no matter which treadmill you choose, you are already striving for your ideal sports form, you want to become healthier and more beautiful. And CARDIOZONA is always ready to help you with this.

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