Buy treadmills with confidence.More and more people buy treadmills. Are you getting ready to get one too? Features to watch include: Motor size and horsepower. Belt size and thickness. And don't forget to check the warranty. There is a good indicator of durability.
The importance of treadmill motor size depends on how heavy you are, if you are running or walking and how much you will be running. Large and heavy people who buy treadmills, or frequent runners, should really never go below 2.0 hp. If you are a bit lighter, mostly walking, or a less frequent runner, 1.5 hp could do the trick. Belt: The same logic applies for belt size and thickness - use common sense based on your body size and how you will use the treadmill. For those who buy treadmills now American Council on Exercise recommends at least two-ply belt, minimum 49 inches long and 17 inches wide. Computer features: Most treadmills offer more or less sophisticated computer programs, where you can monitor speed, time, incline angles etc. More advanced models also include some kind of heart rate monitor. Some models offer advanced programming and even downloadable new programs from the Internet. Consider what you will really need and use. Warranty: All of you who will buy treadmills should also consider the warranty terms. If you use the treadmill regularly it is likely to break down sooner or later even if it is a really solid machine. Take good care of your treadmill and look for good warranty terms. The warranty ranges from 90 days to lifetime... different for different manufacturers, but also different for different parts of the treadmill. A really nice warranty deal is offered here on a good value Keys Treadmill . Check it out and compare. Keep in mind that health is a long term investment. Happy hunting.
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