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According to Consumer Reports, the treadmill is the most popular piece of exercise equipment. Ranked number one in fitness equipment sales by the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association 2008 fitness study, treadmills are commonly used by both walkers and runners. There are many benefits to owning a treadmill or using one regularly.
No Weather Worries
While exercising outdoors has the advantage of providing diverse scenery, exercising on an indoor treadmill allows you to exercise during rain, snow and extreme heat and cold.
Injury Prevention
Jogging on concrete may lead to knee damage, reports the World News Network. A treadmill platform is cushioned to provide less risk for injury.
Terrain Flexibility
While exercising outdoors you are limited to the terrain, which may be primarily flat or excessively hilly. A benefit of a treadmill is the ability to adjust the terrain based upon your fitness and energy level.
Family Responsibilities
Working out on an indoor treadmill allows you to keep an eye on your children while you are walking or running on the treadmill.
Time Savings
Another benefit of treadmills is that it saves you time. If you own your own treadmill, you don't have to take the time to get in your car and drive to the fitness club.
Multitasking
Reading or watching television while walking or running on a treadmill is a way to stay motivated with your work out routine.
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