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Orthopedic Treadmill Belts - Friend Or Foe?
Posted on 15th | Posted by admin in Health and Fitness
Almost all treadmills offer orthopedic belts on at least a 1/3 of the models, if not more. Many people are not aware that this is an option, and not a must when purchasing a treadmill. Treadmills now offer orthopedic belts and/or decks and all is not what it seems when choosing these options.
Pros:
The Orthopedic belts one the market are said to cushion and protect joints of connective tissues of you hip joints, ankles, and knees. Treadmills like NordicTrack offers DuraSoft Cushioning belts which are said by NordicTrack to reduce joint impact on joints by as much as 19 to 33% as compared to road running. NordicTrack also offers a belt that has a 5 position adjustable cushioning. Many people prefer the ability to decide which is best for them at any given time throughout their workout life.
What Does Horsepower Really Mean When Choosing A Treadmill?
Posted on 4th | Posted by admin in Health and Fitness
When going to purchase a new treadmill, the first thing the treadmill sales person will begin talking about is usually the power of the motor. The reason being is that the treadmill motor is truly the most important component of the treadmill. If the motor does not function, nothing on the treadmill will function. The power of the treadmill motor is measured in Horsepower. Horsepower in the treadmill industry is measured by either Continuous Horsepower or Peak Horsepower.
Continuous Horsepower is how the treadmill motor will operate continually without power surges and stops.