training on a treadmill

Basic Treadmill Training

Walking and running are two of the best forms of exercise for improved general cardiovascular fitness. Using a Treadmill puts less impact on your joints, and offers a more varied workout with performance feedback.

Treadmills also help weight loss, and promote general lower body toning, as well as make you feel and look better.

1. Set goals that will inspire you to train regularly. Make sure you set goals that can be achieved based on your own fitness level and do your best to stick with the program. Once you've reached the first goal you will increase your motivation and commitment to the weight loss or general fitness training program.

2. Drink a lot of water, at least 8 cups per day. High water consumption increases the metabolism and in that way helps the body burn more calories.

3. Try to do treadmill workouts for at least 15 minutes per day. Serious users would typically train for around 1 hour.

4. The treadmill workout sessions can be very boring. Try different types of exercises and change your program when it becomes boring. Also you can listen to your favourite music during training, or place your Treadmill where you can see the TV or Window!

5. Always maintain the correct posture and maintain that during the whole training session. It is better to walk slower for a few miles and keep the correct posture than to do extra work with the wrong posture.

Please note that these are general guidelines, and are not necessarily exactly right for you. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider if you are not sure what to do.