Would you like to work on your fitness, but are you dreading training outside in the bad weather, in the dark or going to the gym? Then a treadmill for your home is ideal. This way you can work on your fitness from the comfort of home whenever it suits you. Whether you want to improve your fitness, lose weight, stay fit during the winter months or need to rehabilitate. With a treadmill you work a very large part of your muscles.
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A treadmill, also known as a treadmill, is a specially developed fitness equipment that allows you to work on your cardio comfortably indoors. They are used, among other things, for home fitness, but also often in sports centers and even for rehabilitation. With a running belt you can work on your cardio, often with the aim of improving your fitness, health and physique and becoming more energetic.
There are a large number of different running belts available. It is important to look carefully at what you want to use the treadmill for. If you run a few times a week, a cheaper treadmill with fewer options may already meet your wishes and needs. Do you want to work intensively and seriously? Then it is better to opt for a treadmill with more extensive options such as nice and more comfortable cushioning, a wider running surface and higher speed to make your workouts even more challenging. Or maybe you like to watch your favorite series on Netflix during your workout. Then an integrated screen is also possible.
The most important part of the treadmill is the motor. The motor ensures that the tread starts moving and stays moving. Depending on your training goals, you can go for a treadmill with a powerful or less powerful motor.
You can often recognize a good quality treadmill by the power of the motor. The power of the engine is expressed in horsepower (horsepower). The more horsepower an engine has, the higher its peak speed will be. A higher number of horsepower also ensures that your treadmill functions better at lower speeds, lasts longer and produces less noise when you are busy with your workout or rehabilitation.
Look at the continuous power of the motor. This is the power that the engine can deliver permanently and drives, among other things, the running surface. The motor must also ensure that the tread does not stop when you take steps. A strong motor will ensure that this will not happen. Your own weight also plays an important role. The weight that the treadmill can carry depends on the motor and damping system. If the treadmill is subject to heavier loads due to intensive training or a higher body weight, it is recommended to opt for a stronger motor.
A treadmill can have an AC or DC motor. AC motors are the best choice but more expensive than DC motors. The AC motors use alternating current and have fewer moving parts, which makes them a lot more durable. These motors can be loaded at a higher speed and higher power for a long time. In addition, the AC motors ensure less noise production if you go for more intensive training. The treadmills with AC motors are perfect for use in professional environments where the belt is frequently and heavily loaded. DC motors are direct current motors. This type of motor is perfect for home use. DC motors will wear out more quickly in a professional environment and will therefore need to be replaced more quickly. Our advice is to look carefully at how you want to use the treadmill and based on that what type of motor you need.
Not every treadmill is suitable for everyone. It is therefore important to check carefully (or seek advice) whether the desired treadmill is suitable for your body weight. If you weigh around 120kg, the desired treadmill must be able to handle at least 120kg. We always recommend taking it a little wider. Suppose the maximum load capacity is 130kg and you weigh 125kg, then go for a device with a higher load capacity, e.g. 140kg, and not for a device with a maximum load capacity of 130kg.
Is the device shared? Then it is best to maintain the body weight of the heaviest person. The construction of the running belt is specially designed for a certain user weight.
Other important points are the damping and construction. Cushioning refers to how well your steps are absorbed by the tread and the sound produced during use. The cushioning is one of the major advantages that a treadmill offers.
If you train outside, the surface is not always ideal. Just think of the uneven roads, sandy paths and hard asphalt. A sub-optimal surface means that your muscles and weights (mainly knees) have to absorb the blows of running. With a good quality treadmill, the blows are absorbed by the running surface of the treadmill.
In addition, good construction is important for the stability of the treadmill. A good construction ensures pleasant and stable workout sessions. This means you feel less vibration and consoles are not loose.
The available running surface plays an important role in the comfort of your workouts. If the running surface is narrow, you are more likely to hit the sides of the device or make missteps because you have to continuously pay attention to where you put your feet. A wider tread gives more comfort during your training. If you choose a shorter surface, it is important to stay in the middle of the running surface and not to run too far back.
Depending on your personal goals, you can go for a wider or narrower surface. However, a wider surface always gives you more freedom of movement, which ensures more comfort during your training. In addition, the chance that you will accidentally make a mistake is much smaller. If you are going to run or sprint seriously, we recommend choosing a treadmill with a wider running surface.
Each treadmill has a maximum speed at which you can do your workout. In general, 1 to 8 km/h is considered walking and from 8 km/h it becomes more like jogging or (gentle) running. If you are more of a runner, you can also go for a treadmill that can handle speeds of up to 15 km/h. If you are a real sprinter, you can go for a running belt that can handle about 20 km/h so that you can challenge yourself more and more.
Do you want to make your workouts even more challenging? Then you can also opt for a treadmill where an incline angle can be adjusted. With an incline angle you can train your leg muscles extra and simulate different slopes. The incline angle puts your lower body muscles, such as calves, thighs and buttocks, but also your abdominal muscles to work extra, allowing you to burn more calories. With a large number of treadmills you can set a positive incline angle, but with some it is also possible to set a negative angle so that it feels like you are walking downhill. A negative incline angle can also be used for the recovery of some injuries. The physio or movement therapist can best advise you for this.
If you would like to use a treadmill at home, it is a good idea to first measure the desired location to see if it fits. A treadmill can sometimes take up quite a bit of space, which is why there are special treadmills whose running surface can be folded up so that, if desired, you can easily store the treadmill, for example in the garage or cupboard.
It is important to take into account that a folding treadmill handles the incline angle differently than a non-folding treadmill. The difference is in the hinged frame. The advantage of a non-folding treadmill is that the frame provides even more strength, but you cannot fold up the running surface to save space. With a folding treadmill you can fold up the running surface and store it to save space.
If you want to train at an incline, only the running surface of the folding treadmill goes up (or down for decline). If you want to use the handles a lot, this will result in a different training position.
With the non-folding variants, the entire front of the device will raise to the desired position. This has the advantage that you always have a good posture during your workouts because the armrests and handles also remain the same with the inclination angle you set.
Nowadays (almost) all treadmills also have transport wheels. If you would like to store the treadmill after your workout, you can easily move it thanks to the integrated wheels.
With various running belts it is possible to keep track of your heart rate. The handles then have integrated sensors so that you can monitor your heart rate on the screen or via an app. This allows you to go for heart rate controlled training.
Treadmills come in many different designs and are therefore suitable for anyone who wants to improve his or her fitness or needs to rehabilitate. Whether you are young or older, want to walk, jog, run or sprint, you can tailor a treadmill entirely to your wishes and needs.
Perfect for home use. Would you like to continue enjoying the comfort of home? And you don't like going to the gym? Then you can easily install a treadmill at home. This way you no longer have to go outside to train in the rain and wind with the chance of catching a cold or getting sick. For example, add the treadmill to your home gym so that you can make your workouts even more complete. Or place it near the television so you can watch your favorite films and series.
Also for rehabilitation. Do you suffer from an injury or have you recently undergone surgery? Then you can work on your recovery by moving (gently) on a treadmill. Various treadmills are designed to make rehabilitation as comfortable and easy as possible. For example, through a low entry, special rails for support and a joint-friendly running surface. If you would like to use a treadmill for rehabilitation, we recommend that you always seek good advice first.
For commercial purposes such as gyms and physiocentres. A permanent part of every gym are good and strong treadmills. There are athletes of all different fitness levels, from beginners to sprinters. And because of the intensive use, you naturally want it to last a long time.
Treadmills are also an integral part of the business for physiocentres. They are often special treadmills that are used for rehabilitation purposes, for example if you have to recover from an injury or operation.
With the special treadmills for rehabilitation, you as a physiotherapist can set how long and how fast your clients should train. With the majority of treadmills you can set the speed yourself, from a gentle walking position to sprinting. But a low entry, extra armrests and an emergency stop are also not an unnecessary luxury. A frequently used rehabilitation treadmill is the Tunturi T90, which can be expanded with a REHA rail. Or go for the Bowflex 25 treadmill, which has the option of decline.
A treadmill should certainly not be missing in your home gym. There are several advantages to using a treadmill, such as:
Train whenever you want, that's one of the biggest advantages of a treadmill at home. This way you no longer have to go outside during bad weather and cold and dark days, but you can work on your fitness from the comfort of your home. Do you normally train in the gym? Then you can also save a lot on travel time.
With a treadmill at home, you don't have to worry about weather conditions, bad roads, or other conditions that get in the way of your training. The running surface of the treadmill will always feel flat and comfortable. In addition, you can often also set your training yourself via a screen. If you want to take it easy for a day or go all out, you can set all this.
If you run outside, you will have to deal with different surfaces such as asphalt or sand paths. Every time you put your feet down while running, this has a major impact on your joints, which may cause injuries.
To reduce and prevent joint injuries, many treadmills have special damping systems. These absorb the impact when you are running. This protects your joints and makes your training less stressful.
We are regularly asked whether you can lose weight by training on a treadmill. It is certainly possible to lose weight with treadmill workouts. It is important to exercise enough and pay close attention to your diet. To lose weight you can train in different ways. For example, go for calorie burning, endurance training with a focus on the fat burning zones or interval training.
With every workout, a good warm-up can prevent muscle pain and injuries.
Would you like to buy a treadmill? But are you still not sure which one would best suit your wishes and needs? We will be happy to help you with all your questions. You can reach our treadmill specialists by telephone at +31(0)413-256800 or send an e-mail. Or visit our store in Volkel Netherlands.
