When you think of exercise machines one of the first to come to mind even if you hate exercise and have no wish to ever use an exercise machine, is a treadmill.
Definition of Treadmill
An indoor exercise device consisting of an endless belt on which a person can walk or jog without actually covering any ground. When the person using the machine stands on the platform and begins to walk the roller underneath moves and the belt turns over the rollers. Speed can be built up very easily. There is a rail to hold onto in the front or at either side for support. The original word treadmill comes from a type of mill which was operated by someone treading the steps of a wheel to ground grain etc.
Using a Treadmill
The Advantages
- Walking or running on a treadmill is a very effective way to workout
- Motorized treadmills measure speed, heartbeat and number of calories used
- Unlike outdoor roads and tracks the treadmill platform is even
- Gradients may be used for the more energetic
- You can judge exactly at what rate you are improving
- No restrictions on time limit
- Can be used in the privacy of your own home and at the same time listen to iPod or watch TV
- Allows the user the opportunity to exercise in bad weather
- No necessity to join a gym, which can be very expensive
- The basic treadmill is usually portable and lightweight and easy to store
Disadvantages
- Can be boring and lonely, so its important to have access to TV or music
- Needs a positive attitude (like all exercise)
- Can be noisy and heavy if motorized
- Motorized treadmills are more expensive but have more features
Technology is moving forward. Future treadmills will incorporate the use of a helmet so that the wearer can be transported into virtual reality
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