subject: Motorised Treadmill - The Most Commonly Enjoyed Piece Of Equipment Today [print this page] The most obvious benefit that you stand to reap from using a treadmill of any kind is that you will be able to walk (or jog) indoors, even when the weather outside is nasty, rainy and cold. This will allow you to stay on track with your fitness goals without having to take a break from getting fit due to inclement weather conditions. In other words, you can't use the weather as an excuse to keep up with the goals that you have set for yourself.
Motorised treadmills are powered by motors that are connected to the belt - and this allows you to automatically adjust your movements and the speed that you walk or jog, and will allow you to adjust the incline of the machine so that you are walking either on a flat surface or going uphill.
Beginners often avoid the incline option these machines offer, as using the incline is much more strenuous. The standard setting is perfect for those not looking necessarily for toning, but rather to simply get more fit. All models also have the ability to allow you to adjust the speed without having to get off. This is usually either controlled by knob, buttons, or a slider. This ability makes it much easier to keep on moving, since you can adjust for when you want more exercise or would like to slow down.
When choosing a motorised treadmill to add to your fitness plan, be aware that as with anything else in life, quality is important. You can find cheap models out there, but if you are really serious about getting in shape, going with a quality machine that is built by a reputable company is important. Having a warranty is also important, as you never know if something is going to break down on the treadmill itself. Each company hosts a different warranty, so it is a good idea for you to do some research. Nothing can be worse than purchasing an expensive piece of equipment that breaks down a few months later, with no way to get repairs at an affordable or no price.
Other options that you might want to consider when purchasing your machine include an on-board heart rate monitor and misting system that will blow a light mist of water to cool you down at selected intervals. When shopping, also look online so that you can really comparison shop. There are several retailers online and offline that carry motorised treadmills, but you will be able to do research on specific models when looking online.
