Treadmill Reviews 2012

Buying a treadmill is a huge step for every person interested in keeping fit and is by no means an easy process – this is where a treadmill buyers guide comes in handy! There are literally hundreds of different brands of treadmills on the market competing for your money, but, if you are decided to buy a certain treadmill, make sure you do not get it only for the manufacturer’s name.

Before purchasing a treadmill, you should know exactly what you are going to be using it for: walking, jogging, sprinting or a combination of all three. Secondly, a predetermined budget for the purchase should be established right after you decide what types of treadmill you want to get. Our Treadmill Reviews 2012 will help you decide.

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caters for all you need to make an informed choice. There are numerous treadmills to choose from, so thats why we at Treadmill Reviews 2012  have put together a buyers guide to assist you in making the right choice.So lets get started, we have listed below the things you need to know before deciding to purchase your treadmill.

Treadmill Motor

Now that you have made your choice regarding the purpose of buying a certain model and also established a budget for it, a good treadmill buyers guide should tell to choose a treadmill with a motor that provides the exact amount of horsepower needed – not less and not more. Good treadmill reviews should also provide this information.

What you need to look for, are treadmill motors that have  at least 1.5 Continuous Duty horsepower and  an RPM of 5000 or below. Motors that run this fast do tend to wear out quicker. So look for a high Continuous Duty and Low RPM. If you want to use your Treadmill for running, then use a treadmill with a an RPM below 4000 and for walking, an RPM below 5000 is ideal.

Treadmill motors range from 1.5 to 3.0 horsepower. If you are certain that you are going to use the treadmill for a long amount of time and on a daily basis, you should consider purchasing a treadmill with at least 2.0 horsepower. Motors are quite expensive to fix or replace if they break down, so make sure that the treadmill has a motor warranty of at least 3 years!

• For Walking use a motor that has at least 1.5 Continuous Duty  Horsepower

• For Jogging use a motor that has at least 2.5 Continuous Duty Horsepower

• For running use a motor that has at least 3.0 Continuous Duty Horsepower

Treadmill Belt

After choosing the treadmill with the motor that best fits your needs, checking the dimensions of the running belt is the next aspect any treadmill buying guide should mention. The belt should be 50 to 54 inches long if you plan on buying one for walking, but the length of the belt pretty much depends on your height. If you plan to jog, the belt should be at least 54 inches and over 58 inches long if you are tall or have a long stride.

Treadmill Rollers

Another important feature in our  treadmill buying guide should is the quality of the rollers. The roller system has a major role in the lifespan of the treadmill. When looking for a treadmill, you should opt for a model with large rollers, as they reduce tension and wear, absorb more heat and have a larger load capacity, thus improving lifespan.

Cheaper treadmills generally have a roller diameter of about 1.6 inches, midpriced treadmills have rollers around 1.9 inches in diameter and the top of the range treadmills arounbd 2.5 inches in diameter. Remember: The larger the roller, the less revolutions it makes thus reducing wear and tear.

Try to buy a Treadmill that has a cartride roller bearing, these are easier and cheaper to replace that a roller with a sealed bearing.

Treadmills are by no means cheap or simple. The general rule for them is that you get what you pay for. Make sure you do not make the mistake of buying a cheap treadmill and then start asking yourself why it broke down so fast. A good treadmill can cost as much as $3000, but it will perform better for a long period of time and may have more features than a $1000 treadmill.

Treadmill Frame

Treadmills will usually have a steel or aluminium frame, nothing wrong with either but a steel frame is heavier and will help keep your treadmill stable expecially at high speeds. We at Treadmill reviews 2012 recommend a treadmill with a welded steel frame instead of a standard bolted on aluminium frame.

Treadmill Cushioning

This is important so as to avoid any injuries in your joints. Try to avoid treadmills that have a spring type cushioning as they can lead to injuries when the energy you put onto the treadmill is returned up through the joints. Look for a treadmill that has a rubber cushioning, ideally there would be stiffer rubber at the back giving a solid push off.

Treadmill Programs

The more programs your treadmill has loaded, the better. This will help aleviate some of the boredom and give you a solid workout, most treadmills come with a heart rate monitor and calorie burning calculator, if you have the money, you can also get one with a built in TV. Most treadmill reviews will cover this.

Treadmill Display

Is the display on the control panel easy to read?

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Treadmills are by no means cheap or simple. The general rule for them is that you get what you pay for. Make sure you do not make the mistake of buying a cheap treadmill and then start asking yourself why it broke down so fast. A good treadmill can cost as much as $3000, but it will perform better for a long period of time and may have more features than a $1000 treadmill.

Treadmill Reviews 2012  hopes you find our Treadmill reviews 2012  buyers guide useful when deciding which treadmill to buy.

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