subject: Why Choose Treadmill For Training [print this page] Why Choose Treadmill For Training Why Choose Treadmill For Training
As a cardiovascular exercise, like any other complex cardiovascular exercises (similar to non-treadmill walking/running), treadmill training can enhance endurance and provide a wide scope of health benefits. Exercising on a treadmill can decrease the strain incident to the ankles, knees and lower back that would be involved in running on a normal surface.
With regards to fitness, health and weight loss purposes, there are really no disadvantages to treadmill training. A calorie burned on a treadmill is the same as a calorie burned during any other activity or workout. Cardiovascular fitness is improved at a similar rate whether you run on a treadmill or outside on the road or track. The treadmill provides many added benefits for this type of user, including injury prevention, safety, convenience and improved exercise adherence.
The treadmill also provides these same advantages to competitive runners. Fitness gained from running on the treadmill has been shown to be very similar to training effects from free range running. In some cases, treadmill training provides even greater training advantages. A great example for this is the consistent speed of the treadmill. Many training programs require workouts that are performed at a precise speed and distance. The treadmill makes maintaining an exact pace and judging the precise distance much easier.
Besides, treadmill makes running indoors possible. They can be used in a controlled environment -- the treadmill runner does not have to be concerned with weather, traffic lights, or safety concerns. Treadmills allow you to jog, run, sprint, and climb hills and resistance train by easily and accurately varying grade and speed. Treadmills also absorb shock better than asphalt and are less likely to cause impact injuries.
Enjoy a healthy, fit and strong body with your treadmill!
