Why Choose Treadmills Over Other Exercise Machines

By: Matt Shupe

Obesity is one of the risk factors in many serious diseases like
diabetes, heart ailment or gastro-related illnesses. Man's
present lifestyle has made it almost impossible to avoid fatty
foods. A closer look at the most-sought after restaurants for
busy people includes diners that offer quickie but fat-filled
meals.

Added to the proliferation of tempting food outlets is the busy
schedules of people who barely have enough time to meet their
family, much more to exercise. There are those who make an
effort to lose a few pounds but are hampered by their busy
schedules.

One strategy to keep up with a regular exercise despite one's
busy schedule is to buy exercise machines that can be used for a
few minutes during one's free time, anywhere. If you have a busy
schedule, what you need is a machine that you can keep in the
office or in the house, and which can be easily stored in a
small space.

One of the most practical exercise machines is the treadmill. It
may cost more than the other exercise machines but it has proven
effective to most people who look at exercise with disdain.

Most people dread the times when they have to use their exercise
machines because these are either too complicated or a tad
difficult to operate. Using treadmills can come naturally for
most people because what it requires is the basic walking and
running skills, two skills that come naturally among humans.

If you have a tight budget, there are manual treadmills which
operate simply by treading or walking on the rubber. For those
who have more money to spare, there are electronic treadmills
that measure the calories lost, miles traveled and other
exercise data. No matter what treadmill you choose, you will
definitely be able to recoup such investment in a short time as
you will be able to stay on the machine longer than any other
exercise machines. Experts said that high-end treadmills with a
motor horsepower of 1.5 or 2.5 continuous duty should be
preferred. Also choose treadmills with a longer warranty period
for their motor.

You can avoid getting injuries by doing some stretching first
before starting out on the treadmill. Begin your treadmill
exercise by walking and getting the hang of the machine. Do not
try any antics as you can fall off the treadmill if you try
running without getting too familiar with the machine. You may
be excited when you first get hold of the machine but a 20
minute walk using the treadmill two to three times a week would
be a good start. Gradually increase your speed and frequency as
you get more comfortable with the machine.

Walking on the treadmill for at least 30 minutes every session
will help you lose fat. However, always check with your doctor
before doing any exercise routine to make sure you are not
aggravating any physical illness.

Other people use their treadmills while watching television or
listening to their favorite music. The secret of a successful
exercise routine is not just a good exercise machine; you also
have to enjoy what you are doing.

About the author:
The author is a contributing writer for Treadmill Specials
where more treadmill information is freely available.