ACHIEVING FITNESS WITH THE TREADMILL MACHINE

ACHIEVING FITNESS WITH THE TREADMILL MACHINE

Fitness is a state of complete wellbeing the human body. A fit body has fulfilled basic requirements of having the right body-mass index and will function optimally. Fitness can be achieved in a variety of ways but in this article we are discussing the treadmill equipment and how it helps the body achieve fitness.

An averagely educated individual understands the benefits of getting regular exercise. Yet most people both young and old are not getting enough exercise.

Even simple activities in the form of performing housecleaning chores  for an hour or so or aerobics/cardio trainings at the gym keeps your muscles firm and strong, well-functioning hearts  and the entire body fit as a fiddle. Some other people who have home gym equipment in this case like the treadmill machine to exercise on is the perfect way of staying fit and active and in turn healthy.

Research has shown with doctors corroborating the facts in many studies that the more active you are, the healthier the body is. Therefore, there is a relationship between physical activity e.g. on home gym equipment like the treadmill and a lowered risk of diseases and ailments such as diabetes, heart conditions, high blood pressure condition, muscle related ailments, bone and joint problems. It has also been shown that exercise can make human bodies feel better in all ramifications.

However a lot of people are not informed and therefore think that they have to exercise for hours daily every day of the week to enjoy these benefits. Studies and even doctors reckon exercising three to five times weekly for about a half an hour helps to stay healthy. Once you start the body gets accustomed to that routine and even wants more.

Certain factors such as convenience, workout ease, relevance within users and effectiveness of the routine are part of what makes the treadmill our focus of discussion today.

The introduction of the treadmill into the fitness world and at large the health industry has been a welcome development. There are various fitness exercises which can injure you or are simply too strenuous to be done daily. With a treadmill however, a user can burn calories very easily right on a spot! This is achieved by either walking or running; which are in my own opinion easy to do and come to everyone most naturally.

 

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The treadmill machine helps the body exercise through running for both beginners and experienced runners. Using a treadmill requires having the right posture  and using the machine to reach certain fitness goals, geared towards either running a marathon or just helping the body get what is referred to now as the ‘summer beach bod’.

Treadmills come in various prices with a range between medium-high. The choice depends solely on both the users’ preferences and budget. From a survey carried out on some users, it has been shown that most treadmills are worth the investment. The machines can be adjusted to suit the users’ speed, endurance limits and pace. Some treadmills come with adjusted and speed controls that even beginners find very easy to use.

Some treadmills are expensive and may cause a user to question the price but in most cases users get good value for money. Most treadmills comes with fitness programs that can be made unique to them, CBP/ heart rate monitor , BMI trackers and an array of other exceptional and useful features that are ideal to help users track their progress, and to motivate them to function at optimal levels thereby reaching their fitness goals.

Very commonly we are reluctant to commit to anything on a regular basis so even walking can be a problem. Other factors such as hectic work schedules, family commitments, and inclement weather conditions amongst others add to this persistent nag of not exercising. Generally, most people simply do not make time to exercise or are too exhausted to try to exercise. As such treadmills are perfect tools in ensuring we get the right dose of exercises needed to keep us healthy and fit. Treadmills not only show necessary parameters of the human body, they also numerous exercise options such as walking to jogging to running etc. which help you decide the pace and intensity of the option you want to go for.

Safety is also a very good factor to look out for when considering the treadmill as exercise equipment for fitness reasons. Users should look out for treadmill equipment that carry safety logos and have affiliations with reputable health bodies and organizations.

The purpose of this article is to inform you of the purpose, functionalities and importance of the treadmills machine/equipment and of how effective it can be to fitness goals and not to advertise certain brands of treadmill equipment. There are basic treadmill machines and there treadmills that go over and beyond just being machines that people run/walk on. They are fitted with unique features, durable frames that stand the test of time and last longer than you will ever imagine. Having a smooth and efficient treadmill is something that should be sought after by everyone seeking to consistently cultivate a fit and healthy lifestyle.

Choosing the ideal treadmill for you can very confusing because you are faced with various options, models and brand names. What I regard as most important for consideration are the essential qualities, a treadmill offers as a complete fitness unit.

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I will share with you these essential qualities of an ideal treadmill to guide your choice(s)

The qualities to look out for are:

1.       An all- round, well fitted and functional engine

The engine is the most important part of any gadget and machine as it is the heart of that equipment. In the treadmill as well it is the most essential and expensive piece. The engines or motor as is called come with different power outputs and specifications. I will advise that you find the one that suits the electrical requirements of your home and with the help of the equipment’ sales team, you can pick the most ideal of the various types that will be available at the point of your purchase.

If the equipment is used often, then a high quality treadmill is highly necessary. Repairs always even out the scale between cheap treadmills and high-end treadmills when it is compared in the long run. In the long run, it would be advisable to go for the higher priced quality treadmill worth every dime spent on acquiring it.

2.      A great after-sales support system

This is equally important because should incase the equipment is damaged or has any fault at all, the support team should be the first point of call. This practice will help promote durability and longevity of the treadmill machine. This support program should have a long duration of warranty, this also assures you that the treadmill parts are made of quality materials.

3.       Fantastic Padding

In exercising, accidents are inevitable. They come with the terrain of motion and as such great and functional padding is very important in choosing an ideal treadmill. It helps in protecting vital parts of the body such as the chest, joints, back and others from injury, pain and accidents.

4.      Great Brand

My experience has shown me that equipment that are great brands should be synonymous with having fantastic reputations and helping to fulfil fitness goals with safety and efficiency.

The internet is a great resource where ratings and reviews can be obtained to guide new and intending users of treadmill equipment. I will suggest that any user considering the purchase of a treadmill should first pay for a gym pass or subscription at a gym and use their treadmills to help guide them on the purchase of their own home gym equipment/treadmill.

Most treadmills come with accessories which are instruments to provide users with a seamless user experience. In any case quality should trump price and other attendant factors. A treadmill should also offer great ergonomics which help users improve their posture even while exercising. Treadmills should also contain relevant statistical information and references such as calories used up, pace during run/walk, miles (or kilometres) run and heart rate and other parameters considered in its use.

A treadmill should also be highly functional in that it should have the means to control the type of workout that the user is going through by adjusting the pace and speed at which the user can run or walk. Ideally, a good treadmill should also let the user vary some factors during a workout to help the body attain the level of fitness it seeks.

Some treadmills are specifically built for rehabilitation purposes in that case, the treadmill will provide you all the required information to aid recovery and in order to fulfil the criteria of the treadmill that is being used to achieve maximum benefits to the user under rehabilitation.

There are functional and luxurious treadmills. I believe there should not be a trade-off between both. In any case, a treadmill should provide the user with what he/she needs.

Please choose wisely and go for the treadmill that will help you stay fit and accountable!