Treadmill Training
According to the Sports Goods Manufacturers Association, treadmills are
the #1 home-fitness item, outdistancing stair-climbers, stationery
bicycles, rowing machines and cross-country skiers.
In fact, some surveys indicate that nearly 40 million Americans run on
treadmills. Marathoners use treadmills. So do collegiate runners,
soccer moms, lunchtime joggers and legions of senior citizens who are
eager to get in shape and keep in shape. And according to the research
firm American Sports Data, women, forever dedicated to
self-improvement, are purchasing 75% of the new home treadmills being
sold.
It's easy for women to incorporate a home treadmill into an existing
exercise program as an alternative to outdoor running, or, a treadmill
can easily be the centerpiece of a fitness plan, providing excellent
cardio-vascular benefits all by itself.
The smart money knows that an investment in a good home treadmill
will pay off with big dividends in a variety of areas: IT'S A SURE
THING It doesn't matter if you're weathering a snowstorm in Nome,
Alaska or a heat wave in Tallahassee, Florida, your treadmill is always
ready to take you a few miles closer to good health. Let the mailman
worry about snow, or rain or dark of night, with a treadmill, you can
run whenever you like. THE CALL OF THE WILD There's no doubt that a run
on a forest trail or in an urban park is a wonderful experience that
brings out our spirit of adventure. But, in many areas, a run in nature
may expose you to wild animals, unfriendly pets and even unsavory human
beings.
Far too many women in large cities and small towns have been victimized
while out for a morning or afternoon run. A treadmill is always in a
safe place your house. And you can bring the outdoors in for your run
by setting up your machine near a window so you can enjoy the view
during your workout. SLIPPERY WHEN WET After a heavy snowfall, plows
often heap white mountains onto the sidewalk, forcing runners into the
streets, where ice and cars present dangerous obstacles to making it
home alive. STEP LIGHTLY Running on a treadmill is much easier on your
legs, feet, and joints than running on rock-hard concrete and asphalt,
and special low-impact treadmills are available which claim to reduce
the impact of running by 40%. How? The running belt on the treadmill
gives more than outdoor surfaces, and the inner workings of the
treadmill help to disperse the shock waves that occur when your foot
strikes a surface.
YOU'VE GOT HEART Want to know how many calories you've burned? Your
heart rate? How fast you're running? The distance you've run to the
hundredth of a mile? A wide range of built-in monitors is standard
equipment on many treadmills. Monitors help you get the most out of
your workout by approaching it scientifically and focusing on things
like keeping your heart rate at a good level. In fact, some treadmills
even offer a special function that regulates the speed of the treadmill
based on your heart rate the ultimate custom-tailored workout. FORM IS
THE FUNCTION It's tough to develop a good running form when you're
skipping to avoid tree roots or jumping on and off sidewalk curbs. And
good form is integral to getting the most from your run. With a
treadmill, you have the dual advantage of a smooth running surface and
a steady pace, so you can concentrate on things like lengthening your
stride, pumping your arms, etc.
Any progress you make on the treadmill will easily be translated to
your outdoor running. TV YES! COUCH POTATO NO! If you love to watch
television, your time on the treadmill is a perfect opportunity for
guilt-free multi-tasking. In the gyms of Wall Street in NYC, captains
of industry watch CNN and get the market news while they're getting
their morning dose of endorphins. At home, with a VCR, you can watch
whatever you like cartoons, Regis and Kelly, soap operas, even tapes of
your favorite marathon! (Hey, maybe you'll pick up some running style
tips.) FINDING THE ZONE Because home treadmills eliminate a variety of
distractions and stressors dogs, traffic, uneven roads, etc. they allow
you to really clear your mind and easily enter a relaxed, meditative
state while running.
About the Author
Christopher Guerriero, is the founder of the National Metabolic &
Longevity Research Center and a best-selling author, speaker, and coach
to millions. He is creator of the award-winning Maximize Your
Metabolism system. To learn more about this step-by-step program, and
to sign up for FREE how-to articles and FREE teleseminars, visit:
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