Group: New Members Greet & Meet - Introduce yourself

New Members Greet & Meet - Introduce yourself
Created: 2011/12/31, Members: 1539, Messages: 27038

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Purchasing a Treadmill Help!

ebonygem
ebonygem
Posts: 5
Joined: 2002/09/18
Canada
2002/09/24, 10:37 AM
Hi, I am new to this site, but very happy to find this site. I use to workout at the gym 3-5 days a week, but with my schedule changing I am want to purchase a treadmill. I was wondering what I should be looking for? such as montioring your heart rate. I will be running, walking and jogging on the treadmill as well as weight training and jumping rope.

If anybody knows what makes a treadmill better then another please reply. Because I see treadmills for $799.00 to 1,700 or more. I am not looking to spend a lot of money just get a good workout. I am looking to purchase the treadmill in the middle of October.

Thank you in advance.
rpacheco
rpacheco
Posts: 3,770
Joined: 2001/12/13
United States
2002/09/24, 11:16 AM
Welcome to ft! I personally like elliptical trainers as they are lower in impact than treadmills. They'll also cost a lot less.

Anyway, as far as treadmills, the better ones (also more expensive) can incline. This helps to increase your intensity.

Good luck!

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