10 Reasons To Workout On Treadmills

Are you interested in shedding a few pounds after the holidays? Is it too cold or too hot outside to go running? Are you looking for ways to change up your workout with the maximum benefit? Treadmill workouts are for you. If you answered no to these questions keep reading anyway, you just might find that treadmill workouts are something you want to consider.

I have been using a treadmill for a long time as part of my workout routine. Below are my top ten reasons for doing it and why I bought one.

1. You can save money.

   While there is an upfront expense when you first get a treadmill, over time you will save money compared to the ever-increasing fees at gyms.

2. Treadmills are softer on my knees and body.

   Running outside on concrete does not absorb the impact of my stride like treadmills do. They are made precisely for this purpose. Running outside increases the wear and tear of your body if you are not careful.

3. I don’t get bored.

   Treadmills offer you the ability to select the type of workout you feel like doing on any given day. You can hit quick start and select your pace and incline, or use one of the preset programs built into the system. This lets me change my workout routine as often as I want. If you have a treadmill with a visual display, you can even run in the mountains of Switzerland or along the beaches in Hawaii.

4. I can listen to my favorite music, watch a TV show, read or do none of these.

   When I workout on a Treadmill, I can catch up on my favorite TV shows or movies; read magazines and books that have piled up on my side table, or blare my favorite music without having to wear earphones. If quiet is what you want to clear your mind, then you have that option too. Push start and run on your way.

5. I don’t have to worry about traffic.

   Running outside means that you are consistently paying attention to what is happening around which doesn’t allow for stress-free running. Drivers of cars are not always considerate to runners and at times you aren’t sure whether the car is going to hit you. Running inside guarantees that you won’t get into an accident.

6. Road conditions are not always safe.

   I can’t tell you a number of times, I have sprained or almost sprained my ankle from running outside. Potholes and slippery gravel have gotten the best of me. When this happens, I then need to take time off so that my injury can heal.

7. I can keep track of my pace more accurately.

   Running on a treadmill lets you take control of your pace. You simply set it to the speed at which you want to run and off you go. This helps if you want to train for a race and adjust your speed at different points in your run. It also helps if you are trying to follow a workout schedule that tells you at what pace to run on any given day.

8. You can keep up with your workout regimen without worrying about the weather.

   I can’t count the number of times I have decided not to run or workout because it was too hot, too humid, too cold or raining outside. With a treadmill, I never have to worry about this; it keeps me on track and gives me no excuses to keep up healthy habits.

9. I can incorporate High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) into your workout.

   If you are reading this, you might have heard about the benefits of HIIT. With a treadmill, I can add this type of training to my workouts at any time. I simply hit the speed or incline button and I am on my way. Some treadmills even have these types of workouts already programmed into the equipment.

10. I don’t have to run.

    Sometimes, I just don’t want to run. While jogging, and running on treadmills will burn more calories than walking if your incline is on the same level, if you increase that incline you will have the same effect. Not a runner; no worries – push the incline button.

As you can see, there are many benefits to running and working out on a treadmill. Whether you are a long-time runner or just a beginner, treadmills give you the flexibility, variety, and control to enhance your workouts. There are many treadmills on the market, so do your research to figure out which one will meet all or most of your needs. You will find one. If you already have one, then make sure to change up your workouts as you will get the best results!