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Cardio Treadmills

clandress Posts: 94 Joined: 2003/09/21	2003/12/15, 01:19 PM Hey guys, first off let me say thanks to everyone that has helped me so far... Im 5 weeks into my diet/exercise program and i'va already lost 45 lbs and my "love handles" are gone. This is the single most exciting thing i've done in years. I want to add a treadmill to my home gym but the cost is somewhat prohibitive. Do the treadmills that lack a motor (just a track on wheels) prohibit me from doing a "proper" HIIT workout. I know I rely on the machine to MAKE me do my intensity levels to meet my HIIT goals, but I was wondering if you guys have any feedback on this type of device. Thanks again in advance.
rpacheco Posts: 3,770 Joined: 2001/12/13	2003/12/15, 04:02 PM I think the capability to do inclines is probably more important than having a motor or not. I personally prefer elliptical trainers or stationary bikes to treadmills...low in impact. Just my 2 cents... -------------- **_Robert_** Pain is temporary; glory is forever!
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2003/12/15, 09:15 PM What about running outdoors, is that an option? I'm not familiar with that kind of machine, sorry. -------------- "A will finds a way" Ivan Montreal Canada
MyCoffeeGirl Posts: 121 Joined: 2003/12/04	2003/12/15, 11:14 PM I would say - get the no-motor treadmill. They make you work harder anyway - since the belt isn't moving for you. As far as your HIIT - I would get a heart rate monitor and do your intervals based on your heart rates. There's a guy on ebay that sells them - this one I got and it works great for how cheap it is! http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=15277&item=3646305062 -------------- ~~~~~~~ROXIE~~~~~~~ http://www.mycoffeegirl.com