Is it worth getting a treadmill in the New Year?

[Fitnik]

I know what you're all thinking - not another fitness toy, Fitnik!

But.........I really enjoy running and in the past have found it to be the most complete, “catch all” form of exercise for me but have not done any for months. I can only work out in the mornings at 6.30 and it’s just too dark in London at that time. DH is not happy about me running along the river when there could be weirdos lurking there and I don’t blame him, plus it’s too darn cold in the mornings anyway! I have (cardio-wise) an elliptical trainer, a rebounder, a Reebok step and jump rope, which I do use regularly. I am wondering if I should get a treadmill?? The impact would not be an issue for me at all.

Any advice from those of you who have treadmills would be much appreciated (including recommended brands etc..). I am seriously considering this………………


Your friend in fitness, Fitnik

 

[2workout2]

Hi Fitnik,
We bought our treadmill last January and I have not regret my purchase. I love it. You can run when ever you want, and weather will never be an issue.

If you love to run, I say go for it. We purchased our treadmill from an internet company, tradmillbynet.com.

Good Luck & Happy Holidays,

Terri

 

[fitkansaschick]

http://www.debsgifs.com/random1/gifs2/runner1.gif

I was wondering the same thing. I like that your name is similar to mine.

As for me, I am a warm weather runner. I too do not feel safe running at 5:30 even in Haysville, Kansas

 

[bridge]

Hi Fitnik;


Yes, I think it is well worth it! I have had mine for about five months and what a convience it is, I can run anytime I choose. I am in the same boat as you, too cold to run here in the winter.

I run between 15-25 miles a week and a few times a week, run 4.5 miles then do 3/4 of a Cathe step workout...very effective I must say. I have a free spirit club series, I find it to be very sturdy and does not move around as I run, unlike a few cheaper brands I have tried. I was sooo tempted to spend less, but I knew I would curse it because of its 'lightness.'

Good luck in your search!

 

[Fitnik]

The treadmill arrives a week tomorrow!

Thank you for your advice. DH and I spoke about it in detail last night, did lots of research on the net and have decided to invest in a treadmill! I went to Fitness Network today and tried out several (and got my workout in for today also – whew!) I know I will definitely use it regularly because I love running and have missed it – not sure about DH though………
So the treadmill arrives on Saturday week. It’s a Vision 9450 with programs etc.., the full works – and it folds! There’s a generous warranty and I even got a discount as I buy all my “toys” from FN and they’ve made quite a lot of money from me this year…..LOL!
This will be the last bit of major equipment we buy, simply because we now have no more room – but there’s always room for videos! I’m going to get the Treadmoves videos now – then that will be it (famous last words……….)
;-)

Your friend in fitness, Fitnik

 

[2workout2]

RE: The treadmill arrives a week tomorrow!

Fitnik,
I am glad you decided to get the treadmill, you won't be sorry. Let us know how you like it.

Terri