The Indoor Alternative

Hey bikers, have you ever felt like you get bored training on the same stationary bike day after day? Have you ever thought about partaking in some cross training exercising such as running? Well if you are either of these people and you live in a place where winters can cause for treacherous conditions, then a treadmill might be a purchases that would settle your needs.

As for many people across the Midwest winters can bring a large increase of inside time and decreased exercise. To many top end athletes this can largely put a damper on their beginning of the season, after not doing much for the 4 months that we call winter. A treadmill gives a variety to the everyday biker who spends endless hours sitting on a stationary bike starring at the other side of their basement. Treadmills give a very good workout and come in many different financial levels which can be sure to fit your needs and financial abilities. Although running on a treadmill doesn’t stand up to the pleasure of running outside, it gives the runner a more cushioned surface to run on compared to asphalt. Most treadmills come equipped with a rubber track that forgives some of the impact of regular running. Along with this upgrade, the newest treadmills have great amounts of useful technology that ranges from custom work outs and cellular capabilities. With the majority of treadmills to this day having the ability to run up to 12 mph, you will surely not be hurting for speed.

Now on the other hand, my personal point of view on treadmills may contradict what others may think. I believe that running on a treadmill is very boring and I would actually rather risk it in running in the outdoors even when a little slippery or cold. Just recently my family bought a new treadmill from my own place of work, and I haven’t even ran on it once. This is only my opinion though so I would encourage you to try it for yourself to see what you think.

Most treadmills range in price between 1750-5000, in which brands like True Spirit, Schwinn, and Land Ice can be purchased. These treadmills can purchased and te3sted at most fitness stores, and if your really unsure whether you want to even get yourself into one of these, you could go to your nearest gyms or Y’s and give one a test for your self.



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