subject: Important Treadmill Features To Look At [print this page] If you want to get fit in the comfort of your own home, the treadmill is one of the best pieces of indoor exercise equipment you can get. You can walk, jog or do interval training in the comfort of your own home. Workout on your treadmill what ever the weather or temperature is outside, while watching your favorite television program or listening to music.
So, if you are in the market for a treadmill, you will need to do a bit of research to get the best treadmill for your needs. There are so many things you need to consider as there are so many top brands of treadmills, and each have a cheaper base range, mid range and the more expensive top of the range treadmill. To help you decide what sort of treadmill is right for you I will look at the standard features that you should look check out when buying a treadmill.
Treadmill Motor
One of the most important features to consider when buying a treadmill is the motor. Some treadmills are manual, some are motorized. The best type of treadmill to get is the motorized. The belt on a manual treadmill is not powered, so only moves as a result of you running on it.
Motorized treadmills on the other hand use a motor to power rollers that drive the belt. The better treadmills also have a second motor to power the deck for changes in the incline. Motor sizes range in general from 1 hp to 4 hp. The bigger the motor size, the faster the belt can go, so you can get increased speed from the belt, and the motor will last longer. This can result in significant savings over the long run when repairs and replacement costs are factored into your purchasing decision.
Frames
The cheaper treadmills are built using a steel frame. They are strong and reliable, but are heavy and over time they can corrode, especially if the sweat is not wiped off the frame after workouts. The more expensive treadmills are built using aluminum frames. These are lighter and stronger, can take more weight and dont rust.
Treadmill Deck
A very important feature to consider when buying a treadmill is the deck. It is important that the deck is shock absorbent to prevent stress injuries. The ticker the deck, the more shock absorbent. Look for phenolic and proprietary decks for the best shock absorbent results.
These are a few of the features you should consider when buying a treadmill.
