Motorized Vs. Manual Treadmills
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The article "Motorized Vs. Manual Treadmills" talks about fitness, it has been created by Kathryn O'Neill.
When people go to purchase a treadmill, one of the first
questions they ask is 'Do I want a manual or motorized
treadmill?'
What’s the difference between the two?
The Basic Difference:
With a manual (or non-motorized) treadmill, you push the belt
with your feet. The action of your feet against the treadmill
moves the belt.
With a motorized treadmill you keep pace as the treadmill motor
moves the belt for you at a pace you set electronically.
Advantages & Disadvantages:
Manual treadmills:
Tend to be cheaper (since you’re not paying for the motor) and
can range from $200 to $600.
They also tend to be smaller, take up less space and are easier
to move (since they aren’t as heavy as a motorized treadmill).
Some people have theorized that manual treadmills burn more
calories than motorized treadmill since you supply the power to
move the belt.
This is unfortunately NOT TRUE.
Because you supply the power, unless you are in top athletic
shape, you will tend to move slower and get tired more easily.
This results in LESS calories burned on a manual treadmill.
Plus, the atcion of getting the belt to move initially and keep
it moving can cause a strain on your joints.
It’s also difficult to run on a manual treadmill so if you want
to start a jogging program or train as a runner, a manual
treadmill would not meet your needs.
Motorized treadmills:
Tend to be more costly and can range from $800 up to $8000.
However, they tend to last longer and are built to take more of
a beating.
Also, cause the belt moves for you at varying speeds, this
motivates you to keep up and actually results in more calories
burned (vs.
a manual treadmill).
You can easily adjust the speed and incline on most motorized
treadmills, usually while still on the machine. This maeks it
much more convenient and saves the strain on your joints.
A final advantage to the motorized treadmills is that they tend
to have more options and features (iFit compatibility, numerous
built-in workout programs, scrolling information consoles).
This
makes your wrokout more interesting and possibly even enjoyable
as you can watch your progress.
This means that you will probably USE the treadmill more often
which again results in more calories burned and a better body
achieved.
The Final Conclusion:
Unless you’re in extremely good physical shape, a manual
treadmill is not recommended.
Choose a motoirzed treadmill for
maximum calorie burning and exercise convenience.
The biggest motivation to choose a manual treadmill is the low
cost. However, you can find a quality motorized treadmill for a
relatively low cost if you know where to look.
Regardless of what you chosoe remember to have fun and commit
yourself to a better, healthier you!
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