Treadmill Reviews - How to Choose the Right One
by Danna Schneider
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Treadmills are one of the best ways to get yourself on the road to
cardiovascular health and achieve and maintain a healthy weight. While
they come with a variety of prices and features, they are definitely NOT
all created equal.
Buying a treadmill is a fairly big investment, so it is important to
know what you want, how that particular product has been reviewed by
consumers who have purchased it, how much you are willing to pay, and what
type of quality and features you are looking for.
There are several factors you should consider when shopping online or
in-store for a treadmill. There are also several brands that make
treadmills. Reebok, ProForm, Horizon, New Balance and others are some of
the top brands on the market today, and they usually can be counted on for
quality and durability. For the sake of simplicity, I'll list the features
to consider when shopping for a treadmill and briefly discuss their
importance.
Treadmill Features
1.) Motor - Preferably a 2.5 horsepower or more. Any less than this
quite frankly will be a disappointment as far as performance and product
lastability.
2.) Space saving option. In other words, does it fold up for easy
storage if this is what you want?
3.) Console display features.
4.) Speed control. Can you go up in speed in increments, or little by
little. If it's the latter, this can be frustrating.
5.) Magazine or book holder for easy reading while you're walking or
running.
6.) Non-slip belt.
7.) Belt padding, otherwise known as shock absorption. This is very
important, as it will protect your joints and help to avoid soreness and
muscle fatigue. It reduces the risk of injury in runners as well.
8.) Incline position control.
9.) Noise control. No one wants a noisy machine. It's distracting and
annoying.
10.) Additional statistical data such as heart rate, calories burned
and special interactive fitness programs.
11.) Good warranty.
12.) Spacious walking surface.
13.) Helpful hint: If you spend $200 or less, chances are you may be
disappointed in the product's performance and sturdiness. Most reviews of
the cheaper treadmills are very negative, and most consumers state they
wish they'd invested a little more to get a higher quality product. The
phrase "you get what you pay for" is definitely applicable in the purchase
of a treadmill.
As you can see, there are quite a few considerations in purchasing a
treadmill. If you cannot find exactly what you want in the stores, try
shopping online. There are usually some great prices and selections on the
internet that you may not be able to find in stores. Take advantage of any
customer reviews on these products as well. It's an excellent way to see
how well you will like the product if you choose to purchase it.
A quality treadmill will be built to last and made of extremely durable
material and quality parts - especially the motor, which is a key
component to a treadmill's lifespan. This is truly a product that you will
want to invest some time and extra cash on to get what you really want,
and make it last.
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