Buying, sizing, ownership and training guides for home fitness equipment.
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Treadmill Buying Guide
Start with how you will use it. Walkers can choose a walking pad or a 20 × 55-inch treadmill with a 2.0–2.5 CHP motor. Runners need a 20 × 60-inch…
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How Much Should You Spend on a Treadmill?
Spend according to how you will use it. Walkers can stay in the entry-level tier with a walking pad or compact folding treadmill. Regular joggers…
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Treadmill Belt Size Guide
For walking, a 20 × 50 to 20 × 55-inch belt is enough for most adults. For jogging, choose at least 20 × 55 inches. For running, choose 20 × 60…
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Treadmill Ceiling Height Calculator
To run safely on a treadmill, your ceiling should be at least your height plus the treadmill step-up height plus about 10 inches for running (about 6…
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Treadmill Pace Chart
A treadmill pace chart converts belt speed in mph into running pace. Divide 60 by your speed to get minutes per mile: 6.0 mph is a 10:00 mile, 7.5…
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What Is a Good Incline on a Treadmill?
A good treadmill incline depends on your goal. Use 1% for runs that feel like outdoor running, 2 to 4% for beginner walks, 5 to 8% for fitness…
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How to Maintain a Treadmill
To maintain a treadmill, unplug it, wipe the console and rails after each workout, vacuum under and around it weekly, check belt tension and…
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Is NordicTrack Worth It?
NordicTrack is worth it if you want iFIT classes, touchscreens and workouts that adjust speed and incline for you. The T Series 16 and Commercial…
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